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Previously in Part 1, I talked about how my grow light gave up on me for the second time. Tired of unreliable store-bought lights, I decided to take matters into my own hands. Let’s build one from scratch! Shopping Spree: I grabbed some LEDs, a PWM module, a tiny fan, and a bunch of random hardware. Honestly? Buying the parts separately didn't break the bank at all. Putting it Together: I wired up the LEDs, hooked the PWM module to an STM32 , and let the microcontroller han

For any indoor plant enthusiast, a grow light is a must-have. Beyond keeping plants alive, they’re essential for setting the mood. However, my light recently decided to quit on me... again. More of a Band-Aid than a Cure This light was a budget-friendly find from a few years back. It’s elegant, has a soft output, and was the star of my plant shelf. About half a year ago, it had its first breakdown. Unwilling to let it go, I went full DIY mode—disassembling and soldering it ba