How to Create a Qt/CMake Project that Easily Supports Unit Testing
Unit testing is becoming an essential part of the software implementation process.
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Connecting tech leaders with insight to move the needle, and developers and designers with inspiration to build really cool touchscreen-driven stuff people will love.
GPIO Programming: Exploring the libgpiod Library
Here's a look at a GPIO library available on Linux that has become more widely supported on platforms like the Raspberry Pi.
A Closer Look at FreeRTOS
Explore key features, supported platforms, licensing and cost of FreeRTOS, a real-time operating system for microcontrollers and small microprocessors.
Nearing the Finish Line with Project RED’s Low-Cost Ventilator
With this important project nearly complete, we're making final updates to decrease the possibility of use error to improve patient safety.
Get Familiar with FreeRTOS
FreeRTOS is a real-time operating system kernel for embedded devices primarily targeted at microcontrollers.
Are You Ready for Qt 6?
Qt 6.0.0 will be available soon. Should you make the move? Try the latest pre-release, available from Qt's online installer.
Do My Eyes Deceive Me? Hardware Impacts Perception of Color
We perceive colors differently from screen to screen. That means testing on target hardware is critical.
It’s Time to Fix Scientific Software
Wider embrace of UX can make it easier for those working in life sciences to more quickly bring new therapies to market.
Developing Safe Medical Devices Means Following These Principles
Medical device safety standards have elevated. Device makers should follow these principles.
KDE Akademy 2020 Brings Together Open Source Community
Check out some of the highlights from the annual developers conference.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: Keyboard
In the final installment in our series, we implement an English-only Keyboard.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: PieChart
PieChart is a Canvas that makes heavy use of the Context2D API to draw pie slices, callout lines and text.
Mobile Apps Help Consumers Avoid COVID-19-Contaminated Public Touchscreens
As consumers avoid touching public devices, here’s how to provide contact-less access to your products.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: LineChart
Here's how to create a LineChart using Canvas.
Here's What's Up in the Raspberry Pi Ecosystem
Raspberry Pi's popularity continues to grow, with 30 million units shipped by the end of 2019.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: BarChart
Here's a simple way to write a custom autoscaled chart.
Quickly Generate a Maintainable and Evolving Application with GreenHouse by ICS
Writing a new application? Want to best the competition? Try this.
High-Fidelity Prototypes are Essential When Designing Embedded and IoT User Experiences
Hi-fidelity prototypes shrink risk and lead to better outcomes.
ICS Works with Non-Profits to Develop Low-Cost Ventilators
NEW! We're now working on a second ventilator to fight COVID-19 globally.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: DatePicker
DatePicker allows the user to select any year, month or day.
Creating QML Controls From Scratch: TimePicker
TimePicker lets you select hours, minutes and am/pm.
How GreenHouse by ICS Benefits User Experience Designers
Solutions to the most common UX-related problems on any embedded project.
New in Qt 5.15: Moving Files to the Trash in a Portable Way
This handy new feature in Qt will make your desktop application more user friendly.
Abstraction Layer Addresses Interdependencies
Provide an abstraction layer to replace external dependencies with mock implementation.
Don’t Touch! COVID-19 Gives Voice and Gesture UIs New Relevance
Medical device makers should explore touchless interfaces more aggressively than ever.
Lose the Ewww: How to Clean Customer-Facing Touchscreens to Reduce COVID-19 Risk
Are touchscreen kiosks and POS touchpads safe to use during a pandemic?
Here’s Why You Should Separate UI from Business Logic in Your Application
Application separation is highly beneficial for testing.
GreenHouse and Qt Design Studio Together Deliver a Full Solution
GreenHouse doesn’t replace or compete with Qt Design Studio. It complements it.