r/embedded

I’m an IT bachelor’s student planning to pursue a master’s degree in Germany under my university scholarship program or self funding and hopefully work there afterward.

My main interest is computer graphics programming. I’m currently learning C++ and OpenGL, and what attracts me to graphics is precisely the difficult low-level and mathematical side of it. I’m interested in rendering and GPU programming

However, I’m concerned about the job market it's currently very rough. I’ve been considering master’s programs in computer graphics/visual computing, but I could also potentially move toward embedded systems, computer engineering, or software-heavy robotics. Embedded systems also interests me, but graphics is definitely the field I’m more passionate about.

My priority is not really max salary possible . my main concern is getting a first skilled job in Germany after graduation and building a stable long-term career there, my limiter is the 18 months visa deadline I can't stay indefinitely with finding a suitable job for skilled work visa.

For people working in Germany or elsewhere in Europe:

How difficult is it realistically for a new graduate with a relevant master’s degree and good projects to enter graphics programming?

Would a visual computing or graphics-focused master’s significantly limit my fallback options compared with an embedded systems or computer engineering master’s?

Is it realistic to build a profile around graphics while maintaining enough C++/systems/GPU skills to apply to adjacent fields if I cannot find a graphics position immediately?

I’m really interested in answers from people currently working in graphics, embedded systems, robotics, GPU computing, simulation, computer vision, or C++ systems programming in Europe or anyone I just need a different prospective .

I have to create a temperature sensing system for a multi chain restaurant without using sensors only the thermistor that should measure the temperature inside the cold chamber and then display it outside the chamber using an lcd . There should bee separate button to set the threshold⁴ of the system⁴ after which if the temperature of the chamber increases more then the threshold a buzzer would buzz after 1 min after the temperature went above the room temperature

The system should work on battery and for 1 year battery should not get over and for 3 years the device should work .The total amount that has given is 30 dollars I need to design a system that is produced in mass I don't need calibration that we do in prototype.

Please help me to get this designed

What I'm facing is that i uploaded code for Bluetooth application(ble broadcast), but I also want to use usb, note that I haven't initialized my usb peripheral yet.

See that It is custom board, whenever i use like external power supply to program my board using swd it works, bluetooth broadcast works but when i connect my usb cable my ic stops.

I disconnected data lines only put power line then also it didn't work.

But when i disconnect my connection to vbus pin only then my board works perfectly from power of usb cable and bluetooth broadcast is working.

What is the issue, why my board stops working when i supply 5v to vbus pin.

Can anyone tell please.

I'm here pulling my hair to try to solve it

Hey everyone,

I’m currently working as an R&D Engineer and I'm planning to switch jobs soon. I’m looking for real career and financial advice on how to position myself because I’ve fallen into the "generalist" trap.

Right now, my day-to-day work involves a massive mix of:

IoT: Connected device projects, microcontrollers, and communication protocols.

Drones / UAVs: Flight controllers, stabilizers, and full system integration.

Hardware & Circuits: Schematic design and prototyping.

Product Development: Using 3D printing (Bambu Lab) to design and prototype enclosures/mechanical parts end-to-end.

I love being able to take an idea and build the whole physical, moving, smart device from scratch. But here is the problem: I need a good pay bump.

I know that general "R&D" roles at small-to-mid companies often mean doing five people's jobs for the salary of one. If my primary goal for this next jump is maximizing my salary, which stream should I lock into?

Should I strictly sell myself as an IoT / Embedded Firmware Engineer and focus heavily on the software/connectivity side because that's where the tech money is?

Should I double down as a UAV Systems Engineer focusing on the enterprise drone industry?

Should I focus on pure Hardware/PCB Design, using my 3D printing/enclosure skills just as a bonus?

For those making good money in these fields: How do I rebrand my resume so I don't just look like a hobbyist who does everything, but a high-value specialist worth a premium package?

Appreciate any brutally honest advice.

I'm not exactly sure how to optimally use this board or even setup a basic program, flash it and run it. I have experience with Tiva C with Code Composer (I imagine you're forced to use this program in purgatory) and Keil (not horrendous, but definitely not good or user friendly), but I have seen comments here mention that STM is transitioning to the VS Code Extension Pack (where following a few YouTube tuts get me a deviceName attribute not set error upon debugging). I've also seen comments mention that CubeIDE is feature rich for beginners in the STM space.

Finally, trustzone, secure, not secure, FSBL, Appli(non)Secure. I'm confused on the intended purpose or usefulness of the terms or where my program/code should lay. I'm starting to regret getting the apparent "best" MCU just because I could afford it for my personal project.

Hi everyone,

I'm an Electronics and Computer Engineering student looking for a hardware or embedded systems project for my final year.

I want something that's:

-Socially relevant

-Innovative

-Has real-world applications

I'm particularly interested in projects that solve actual problems or explore emerging technologies.

If you've built a project you're proud of, know of interesting research that can be turned into a prototype, or have ideas that stand out during placements, I'd love to hear them.

Thanks in advance!

Hi,

I am working on an Intel 8008 emulator.

Right now, I have many instructions implemented and working fine but unfortunately, I cannot wrap my head around JMP.

I know that JMP (01 000 100, 0x44) is an unconditional jump to location a16 but what about the rest? Like 01 100 100, 0x64.

According to https://www.pastraiser.com/cpu/i8008/i8008_opcodes.html, it's a *JMP, whatever that means.

Also, this document doesn't add much: https://www.8008chron.com/8008opcodes.pdf

Does it behaves exactly like a run-of-the-mill JMP or is there something else to it?

Thanks.

So I keep trying to get into coding and embedded systems but everytime I try to learn there’s a million YouTube videos that all seem to try and teach me everything in 10 minutes. I’m looking for a good YouTube playlist to teach me how to pick a mcu and then how to code it but I’m struggling and I legit have 0 idea what I’m looking for.

It’s all very confusing and i generally don’t know where to start.

Was anyone else in my position and if so where did you start?

[https://github.com/Engineer-By-Mistake/test\\\_lfr\](https://github.com/Engineer-By-Mistake/test\_lfr)

this is the code that I flashed.

I flashed it through duf mode and st programmer. and my stm32 board only pa15,pb15 and pb4 is at high and they are not even initialized

Hi, I know this might be a basic question, but I'm facing an issue while building my soldering station.

My setup consists of an STM32 Black Pill board connected to an SPI TFT display based on the ILI9341 controller.

The problem is that when I power the Black Pill through its USB port, the TFT initializes correctly and the UI is displayed every single time. However, when I power the board externally by supplying 5 V to the Black Pill's 5 V pin from a linear regulator, the display does not initialize. The TFT remains completely white with only the backlight turned on.

To verify that the STM32 is actually booting, I added a simple LED blink routine to the same firmware. Even when powered externally, the onboard LED blinks as expected, confirming that the MCU is running the code. The only issue is that the display never initializes and remains a blank white screen.

I'm trying to understand why the exact same firmware works perfectly when powered over USB but fails to initialize the ILI9341 when the board is powered through the external 5 V supply.

post regulator - 7805

preregualtor- a switching PSU.

essesntially the 5v regulator poweres the onboard LDO on the stm blackpill so I dont know where the problem arises from.

I have a question about manufacturing pricing dynamics, using general-purpose MCUs as an example: A microcontroller with identical core specifications retails for roughly 1 CNY in China, while functionally equivalent alternatives cost around 1 USD in Western markets. Relative to local wages and daily living expenses, both price points feel reasonably affordable to consumers within their respective regions. Even so, China-manufactured semiconductor components maintain a notable cost advantage in cross-border trade. I’d like to clarify which factor is the primary driver behind this gap: Divergences in domestic purchasing power and general price levels across economies Differences in industrial supply chain completeness and end-to-end manufacturing overhead between regions Tax mechanisms such as export VAT rebates and cross-border tariff policies widening international price differences I notice operational inputs like labor, factory space, energy and regulatory compliance carry higher costs in Western industrial markets. Since local salaries also rise alongside these expenses, it’s counterintuitive that this does not fully offset manufacturing cost gaps when products compete globally. I welcome insights from anyone with experience in hardware sourcing, semiconductor production, or international supply chains.