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Solving Big Problems on Tiny Computers
Originally published on Launch Scout’s blog
Not all big software problems require big computers. I discuss the potential of tiny, resource-constrained computers to solve significant technological challenges, from the OpenAPS project for Type 1 Diabetes care to fleet tracking, home automation, and automated farming. These powerful, affordable tiny computers cost about the same as a fancy cup of coffee, fit in a pocket, and can run for hours on small batteries while including WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular connections.