Book Review: Getting Started in Electronics
This is a complete electronics course in 128 pages! Author Forrest Mims teaches you the basics, takes you on a tour of analog and digital components, explains how they work, and shows you how they are combines for various applications. Includes circuit assembly tips and 100 electronic circuits and projects you can build and test.
Forrest M. Mims, III, has written a bunch of books, hundreds of articles, invented scientific devices, and traveled to the Amazon for NASA. He loves to share his knowledge with eager students. (more...)
Book Review: Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics, Fourth Edition
Learn the hows and whys behind basic electricity, electronics, and communications without formal training The best combination self-teaching guide, home reference, and classroom text on electricity and electronics has been updated to deliver the latest advances. Great for preparing for amateur and commercial licensing exams, this guide has been prized by thousands of students and professionals for its uniquely thorough coverage ranging from DC and AC concepts to semiconductors and integrated circuits. Written by Stan Gibilisco, an electronics legend and McGraw-Hill's most popular TAB author Perfect for hobbyists, students, and those of you who want to get ahead in tech-related careers. (more...)
Review: Electronics Self-Teaching Guide (Wiley Self Teaching Guides)
For almost 30 years, this book has been a classic text for electronics enthusiasts. Now completely updated for today's technology with easy explanations and presented in a more user-friendly format, this third edition helps you learn the essentials you need to work with electronic circuits. All you need is a general understanding of electronics concepts such as Ohm's law and current flow, and an acquaintance with first-year algebra. The question-and-answer format, illustrative experiments, and self-tests at the end of each chapter make it easy for you to learn at your own speed.
When would now be a good time to learn fundamental principles of electronic circuits at your own pace?
Review: Sharp Electronics PW-E550 Electronic Dictionary
The Sharp PW-E550 electronic dictionary delivers comprehensive knowledge of the English language in a convenient and compact design. The over 250,000 definitions and 350,000 synonyms can be found in this 5 ounce electronic reference tool that will fit in your pocket, briefcase, backpack, or purse. More info here...











