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Stefan Herndlbauer
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Hey, I’m a maker and multidisciplinary creator - Unpacking the real process behind tech projects and software experiments in my podcast & blog!
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I visited Maker Faire Salzburg and rediscovered something fundamental: curiosity.
It’s what connects building, breaking, and learning — the true maker’s mindset.

🎙️ New podcast episode + article:
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#MakerFaire #Makers #Hacking #Cybersecurity #MakerCulture #Podcast
From Makers to Hackers – Lessons from Maker Faire Salzburg
At Maker Faire Salzburg, I discovered that the maker and hacker mindsets share the same DNA — curiosity. This reflection explores what unites them and why ethical curiosity matters.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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I finally built my first Linux driver! 🚀

Learned to debug inside the kernel, trace crashes & cross-compile for Raspberry Pi.

Episode 9 of A Maker’s Journey, out now — available on all podcast platforms + YouTube.

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#EmbeddedLinux #LinuxKernel #Makers #Linux
Into the Kernel — Writing, Debugging & Cross-Compiling My First Character Driver
I share how I built, debugged, and cross-compiled my first Linux character driver for the Raspberry Pi — and what kernel programming taught me.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Finally got my first “Hello Kernel” module running 🎉
It prints straight from the Linux kernel — not user space.

This kicks off my new podcast season on Embedded Linux & Kernel Development → herndlbauer.com/blog/a-maker...

#Linux #Embedded #Kernel #Makers #Podcast #LearningInPublic
Hello Kernel – My First Steps into Embedded Linux
Season 2 kicks off with a deep dive into Embedded Linux and Kernel Driver Development — setting up a Linux environment, understanding kernel space, and writing a first "Hello Kernel" module.
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October 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Season 1 Finale 🚀 This journey taught me how frustrating, rewarding, and motivating a single project can be. From soldering mishaps to GPS wins, here’s what I learned building my drone telemetry system.

🎧 Available in your favorite podcast platform or makers-journey.podbean.com

#Makers #Podcast
Build, Create & Learn: A Maker’s Journey | Stefan Herndlbauer
Welcome to Build, Create & Learn: A Maker’s Journey, hosted by Stefan Herndlbauer! If you’re fascinated by how tech products truly come to life – and love the messy, exciting process of building…
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September 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Every maker needs a spark of motivation ⚡
I designed 3 workshop posters to keep projects moving.

👉 Get 1 free when you subscribe to my weekly Maker’s Logbook: herndlbauer.com/pages/newsle...

#Makers #MakersGonnaMake #CreativeProcess #Productivity #Design #DIY
Decorate your workshop. Stay motivated. Finish your projects.
Get a free printable maker poster for your workshop and weekly emails with DIY project ideas, maker tools, and tips to finally finish your builds.
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September 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Just dropped Podcast Episode 6!
From breadboard to first GPS data — I debugged wiring, designed an enclosure, and logged my first real dataset.

🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform and read the article here:
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#CircuitPython #RP2040 #DroneTelemetry #Makers
September 16, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Rusty bolts, Cola for chrome, and lessons in patience…

I just published a new article: From Rust to Ride – 5 Motorcycle Restoration Hacks I Learned from My Puch 125 SR

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#MotorcycleRestoration #VintageMotorcycle #Puch125SR #Puch #MakerJourney #DIY
From Rust to Ride - 5 Motorcycle Restoration Hacks I Learned from My Puch 125 SR
Discover 5 practical hacks for old motorcycle restoration — from rust removal with citric acid to organizing parts like a pro.
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September 7, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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🚀 New Podcast Episode! I finally have a working drone telemetry logger running on the Adafruit Feather RP2040 with CircuitPython.

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🎧 Listen on our favorite podcast platform!

#CircuitPython #Adafruit #RP2040 #DroneTelemetry #Makers
September 2, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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🚧 Stuck on a DIY or maker project?
Whether it’s 3D printing, Arduino, or restoring a bike — every maker hits roadblocks.

Here’s my 7-step framework to get unstuck & finish your project:
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#makers #DIY #3Dprinting #arduino #innovation
How to Get Unstuck and Finish Your DIY Projects
Frustrated with stalled projects? Discover a maker’s framework to fix problems, regain momentum, and finally finish your builds.
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August 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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🚀 New Podcast Episode! After weeks of failing at SD card logging on my STM32, I made a bold pivot: switching to CircuitPython on the RP2040 for my DIY drone telemetry project.

🎧 Listen on your podcast platform or here:
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#CircuitPython #DroneTelemetry #STM32 #Makers
August 19, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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Just discovered CBC On Design — a brilliant mini-series on how ideas become timeless products.

As a maker & designer, I loved seeing creativity + manufacturing come together so beautifully. Highly recommend!

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#ProductDesign #DesignThinking #Maker #IndustrialDesign
CBC On Design - YouTube
CBC On Design explores the evolution of an idea and the path it takes to becoming an item in your everyday life — but that journey is rarely a straight line.
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August 18, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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After 7 years with my trusty #Anycubic i3 Mega, I finally switched to the #bambulab P1S 🚀

Why the leap in speed, quality & multi-material printing is transforming my workshop:
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#3DPrinting #Makers #DIY #ProductDesign
After 7 Years with My Anycubic i3 Mega, I Switched to the Bambu Lab P1S — Here’s Why
After 7 years with my Anycubic i3 Mega, I upgraded to the Bambu Lab P1S. Here’s why the leap in speed, quality, and material options changes everything.
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August 15, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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I've recently reworked my Maker’s Logbook — a weekly peek into my workshop.

Projects, experiments, lessons learned, and the small wins that don’t always make it to my blog or podcast.

📬 Sign up here → herndlbauer.kit.com
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August 11, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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I finally managed to break one of the biggest bottlenecks in my embedded workflow: the dreaded USB cable leash. — Introducing wireless embedded programming over the network using a Raspberry Pi & VirtualHere.

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#makers #embedded #usbip #buildinpublic #raspberrypi
Achieve Wireless Embedded Programming Over Network with Raspberry Pi
Learn how to set up your own remote lab for embedded programming over network. This beginner-friendly tutorial uses a Raspberry Pi and VirtualHere to wirelessly flash and debug microcontrollers from y...
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August 8, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Episode 3 of "Build, Create & Learn - A Maker's Journey" is LIVE!

I'm tackling #EmbeddedSystems challenges head-on:
✅ Wireless dev with #RaspberryPi
✅ C/C++ library headaches with #GPS sensor
✅ Encrypting NMEA data
✅ The thrill of a satellite fix!

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#Makers
A Maker’s Journey – Episode 3: Untethered Embedded & GPS Adventures
Join me as I untether my embedded development with a new wireless setup, battle C++ libraries, navigate UART conflicts, and finally get a solid GPS fix for my drone telemetry system!
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August 5, 2025 at 6:21 AM
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Episode 2 of "Build, Create & Learn - A Maker's Journey" is LIVE! ✨ This time, I'm diving into the nitty-gritty of building my FPV drone telemetry system with STM32.

Join the journey here:
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#Maker #Embedded #STM32 #BME210 #FPV #DIY #PodcastLife #Tech #Electronics
A Maker’s Journey – Episode 2: STM32, Debugging & BME280 Sensor Data
Getting started with embedded systems on STM32: from blinking LEDs to reading BME280 sensor data—debugging, lessons, and real-world insights.
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July 22, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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A deep dive into low-level Arduino Uno programming in C. From memory management to register control – a hands-on introduction to bare-metal programming.

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#Arduino #Embedded #Makers #avr #microcontroller #Programming
Arduino Uno Bare Metal Programming
Learn how to program an Arduino Uno microcontroller in pure C without the Arduino IDE. From memory management to register control – a hands-on introduction to bare-metal programming.
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July 21, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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💡 Ever thought about mounting your SSD right to your laptop? I design and 3D-printed a custom SSD holder — learned a ton about design, prototyping & what not to do!

Read the full story: herndlbauer.com/blog/ssd-mou...

#3DPrinting #Makers #DIY #CAD #SolidWorks #TechHacks #ProductDesign
3D-Printed SSD Laptop Mount: My Trial-and-Error Design Story
Tired of your external SSD dangling from your laptop? See how a 3D printing maker designed a clean, removable SSD mount with CAD and clever prototypes.
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July 15, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Bench time: setting up my STM32 dev board and sensors for a new prototype 🛠️⚡️ Love these small moments where ideas become circuits.

Check out my podcast to follow along🎙️

What’s your latest build?

#embeddedsystems #microcontroller #stm32 #stmicroelectronics #maker #prototyping #electronics
July 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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It's LIVE! My first podcast episode is out! 🚀 'Build, Create & Learn: A Maker's Journey' - Join me as I share the process of building a custom FPV drone telemetry system, hardware choices & lessons learned. #Maker #Electronics #FPVDrones #TechPodcast herndlbauer.com/blog/a-maker...
Build, Create & Learn: A Maker's Journey Podcast - Episode#1
I’m so excited to share something I’ve been working on for some time behind the scenes: my brand-new podcast, Build, Create & Learn — A Maker’s Journey.
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July 8, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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What’s your biggest frustration when using website builders or CMS tools?

Tired of WordPress, Webflow or Squarespace because they’re:
❌ Expensive 💰
❌ Locked-in 🔒
❌ Slow 🚶‍♂️💨
❌ Maintenance ⚙️

I’d love to hear your stories and experiences 💬

#NoCode #WebDesign #WebsiteBuilder #CMS #WordPress #Webflow
March 30, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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I’ve been redesigning my personal brand—starting with a fresh logo and identity! 🎨 From typography to color choices, I’m sharing my full design process, insights, and lessons learned.

Check it out 👉 herndlbauer.com/blog/creating-my-new-personal-brand/

#Branding #LogoDesign #PersonalBrand #Design
Creating My New Personal Brand
Reviving my blog to document my creative journey, share insights, and build a personal brand. From logo design to branding, here’s how I’m making it happen.
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March 21, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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🚀 New Website, New Look! 🎉

I just launched the redesign of my website! 🔥 It’s now sleeker, faster, and more refined—built to better showcase my projects, insights, and experiments.

Check it out here 👉 herndlbauer.com

Would love to hear your thoughts!

#WebDesign #MakerJourney #IndieWeb
Stefan Herndlbauer | Building, Creating & Learning
Hey, I’m Stefan, a maker and multidisciplinary creator. Follow my creative journey through technology, design, experimentation, exploring engineering, product design, CAD modeling, 3D printing, and ha...
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