[sdiy] Where to start?

[Neil Johnson]

> I really appreciate all the feedback I've gotten here, this is an
> incredible mailing list.

Yup!  Welcome :)

> I'm gonna start with the Art of Electronics ... but I'm wondering if
> anybody has the "Student Manual for the Art of Electronics" and if so,
> is it also worth having?

Yes, I have it too.  I personally think it would be useful, as it takes a
more hands-on approach to how circuits behave, with plenty of diagrams to
illustrate each concept.  Very much a student book, but also nice to dip
into to refresh the old grey cells!

One point worth keeping in mind are discount book shops/stores.  I've
found many good books at less than half-price (my copy of the student
manual being one example).  Usually its just a smudge on the cover or
something, which does not affect the quality of the information within.
Picked up a copy of Wakerly's "Digital Design: Principles and Practices"
3rd edition for £5 (about 8 USD) which includes a CDROM with Xilinx
design SW on it.  Boy was I a happy bunny that day!  For those interested:

	http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0130898961

Why was it so cheap?  There was a scratch on the front cover.  *swoon*

Hope this helps,
Neil

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