Do it yourself

Welcome to our Do it yourself (DIY) hub. You have the tools and products, so all you need now is a step-by-step guide. This space provides you with easy instructions on how to build usable technology.

The KnowHow platform is built on the foundation that technology should be accessible to everyone. This hub invites you to explore, invent and create - so why not give it a go with our handy DIY at home videos? Upload your creations on social media and tag us @Distrelec so we can see your inventions!

Your 5-point data security checklist

Today’s society is more connected than ever. With the many opportunities afforded by the IoT, 5G and other technological advances, it’s crucial not to lose sight of the basics – cybersecurity... Read more

How to make a self-watering hanging plant basket with Arduino | T3ch Flicks

Arduino’s Internet of Things (IoT) Prime Bundle includes many common and useful electronic components to build a number of applications. Whether you are looking to build your first IoT project or to improve an existing device, this bundle provides everything you need to get started... Read more

Hands on with Microchip: Microchip WiFi Smart Enablement Board unboxing | T3ch Flicks

Ideal for design engineers and makers alike, the Microchip WiFi smart enablement board can be used in any WiFi project and works effectively within the Alexa Ecosystem. Offering the opportunity to be creative, this board enables developers to rapidly prototype designs and to customize hardware... Read more

Hands on with Arduino: Arduino IoT Cloud demonstration

Aspiring IoT developers rejoice: in this application demonstration, Daniel Kilian, EMEA Sales Director at Arduino, runs through the basics of the Arduino IoT Cloud and shows you exactly how to get started with it. Following this quick intro, you’ll be developing... Read more

Hands on with Arduino: Arduino Starter Kit demonstration

If you’re new to the world of single board computing, a practical product demonstration can be just what you need to take the plunge into developing your own prototypes. The Arduino Starter Kit is the perfect starting point for new developers... Read more

Getting started with Arduino: a beginner's guide

In prototyping circles, the Arduino platform and its boards are a firmly established constant that has become integral for the design and development of new solutions in many industries. As a newcomer to prototyping, it’s therefore vital to understand what... Read more

Bringing robotics to the next generation of engineers: Hell Robotics, Norway

For the progression of the engineering field towards an innovative and sustainable future, nurturing a passion for tinkering, developing prototypes and critical thinking in the next generation is essential. Recognising a need to supplement the theoretical education Norwegian students... Read more

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