GoKawiilI try to keep marketing in check: I’ve been working on my latest book for more than a year but only posted about it once. At the time, the book was still going through layout and editing, so I didn’t expect many subscribers to pull the trigger. But now, I’m happy to report that the book is actually, physically here — and is lookin’ good:
Hardcover artwork.
Direct orders are shipping from the publisher as we speak; you can order here:
No Starch order page
The Secret Life of Circuits is also available from Barnes & Noble and Amazon (including regional sites in Germany, France, Poland, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Italy, United Kingdom, and Canada). That said, logistics are hard, so these orders will ship in October.
Order from Amazon for October delivery
The book is the reference I wish I had when first learning the craft. It gives real answers but doesn’t demand a year of calculus beforehand. It explains how to come up with your own designs, not how to copy other people’s work. And it focuses on modern problem-solving, not on circuit archaeology.
If you’re a regular to this blog, you know my style. The Secret Life of Circuits takes a similar approach, with the added benefit of careful design and a skilled editor. It’s also pretty: it’s a premium-size, full-color hardcover with nearly 300 diagrams and illustrations crafted specifically for that occasion.
You can check out the sample chapter here, or get a sense of the approach from the following blog posts:
If you’re still on the fence, here are some endorsements from fellow enthusiasts:
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