Timeline

2021 - Released the Meter Clock
2020 - Developed the CyberChime
2018 - PIC1572 based evaluation board
2018 - PIC based metronome
2018 - Fitbit apps - Metronome & ukulele chords
2017 - WiFi enabled moisture sensor
2016 - BLE controlled Intelligent LED display / ambient light controller
2016 - BLE Interface for fluid level measurement device
2016 - USB DAC development board design
2016 - Musical instrument internal light display
2016 - BT Smart Gas Pressure analyser device
2015 - Developed controller firmware for scheduled light controllers
2015 - Released Pebble smartwatch Rugby timer app
2015 - Developed very high accuracy turntable speed controller
2014 - Developed front panel controller firmware and speed controller firmware for high-end audio equipment manufacturer
2014 - Founded Ambient Power
2014 - Working with consumer product manufacturer, enhancing production processes
2012 - Developed Bluetooth SMART camera controller
2011 - First developments with Bluetooth SMART
2006 - Successful implementation of embedded terminals (‘C’ programmed) for automotive applications
2004 - Sold business to larger distributor
2002 - Started development of comprehensive php driven website
2001 - Began to specialise in low power wireless communications (EnOcean, Bluetooth & WiFi)
1996 - First developments with embedded GSM modems
1994 - Released first custom payphone with full management and fraud prevention system
1993 - Demonstrated GPS tracking system based on analogue cellular
1993 - With two others, founded electronic component distributor and development company (TDC)
1992 - First involvement with embedded GPS receivers
1991 - Started development of credit card payphone & payfax system
1986 - Published article on Rockwell's R65xx single-chip microcontrollers. Read here
1985 - Developed fast packet systems and radio modem systems utilising fax modems
1985 - Published article on Rockwell's RSC Forth. Read here
1983 - Started in electronic component distribution, specialising in microprocessors (6502) and dial-up modems including fax
1982 - Ported ‘Blitz’ to C64 and Epson HX-20, wrote assembler level printer drivers
1982 - Started work on BBC’s ‘Superstars’ programme, providing on-screen scoring for gym tests
1980 - Developed computer games for Commodore VIC-20, including ‘Blitz’
1979 - Started electronics apprenticeship at battery company - developed stock systems, produced production test equipment as well as battery design