wedsamuel1230/arduino-skills/datasheet-interpreter
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Extracts key specifications from component datasheet PDFs for maker projects. Use when user shares a datasheet PDF URL, asks about component specs, needs pin assignments, I2C addresses, timing requirements, or register maps. Downloads and parses PDF to extract essentials. Complements datasheet-parser for quick lookups.
Install
npx vskill@latest install wedsamuel1230/arduino-skills/datasheet-interpreterSKILL.md
Datasheet Interpreter
Extracts actionable specifications from component datasheet PDFs.
Resources
Scripts
- scripts/extract_specs.py - Downloads datasheet PDFs from URLs and extracts specs using pattern matching
References
- references/common-parameters.md - Guide to understanding datasheet parameters
Quick Start
When to Use
- "What's the I2C address for this chip?"
- "How do I connect this sensor?"
- "What pins do what on this module?"
- User shares a PDF datasheet URL
- Need timing specs or register info
- Quick reference without full driver generation
Relationship to Other Skills
- datasheet-parser: Full driver library generation (lexus2k-style)
- datasheet-interpreter (this): Quick spec extraction for immediate use
Information Extraction Workflow
Step 1: Request Datasheet
Step 2: Validate PDF Quality
Check For:
- Searchable text (not scanned image)
- Official manufacturer datasheet (not clone/distributor summary)
- Revision/version number noted
- Complete document (includes register tables if applicable)
If PDF Issues:
Extraction Templates
Quick Reference Card
Generate this for any component:
Common Component Categories
I2C Sensors
Extract:
I2C Address Quick Reference:
| Component | Address (7-bit) | Config Pin | Alt Address | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BME280 | 0x76 | SDO→GND | 0x77 (SDO→VDD) | |
| BME680 | 0x76 | SDO→GND | 0x77 (SDO→VDD) | |
| MPU6050 | 0x68 | AD0→GND | 0x69 (AD0→VDD) | |
| SHT30 | 0x44 | ADDR→GND | 0x45 (ADDR→VDD) | |
| BH1750 | 0x23 | ADDR→GND | 0x5C (ADDR→VDD) | |
| VL53L0X | 0x29 | - | Configurable via software | |
| INA219 | 0x40 | A0,A1 | 0x40-0x4F | |
| ADS1115 | 0x48 | ADDR→GND | 0x49-0x4B |
SPI Devices
Extract:
Motor Drivers
Extract:
Display Modules
Extract:
Critical Spec Finder
For Power Planning
Template Output:
For Timing Requirements
For Pin Tolerance
Register Map Extraction
Structured Format
Common Register Patterns
Configuration Register:
Status Register:
Data Registers:
Wiring Diagram Generator
Generate text-based wiring diagrams:
Example Code Generator
Based on extracted specs, generate minimal working example:
Quick Lookup Database
Common Questions Answered
"What voltage does [component] need?" → Check "Absolute Maximum Ratings" and "Recommended Operating Conditions"
"Is it 3.3V or 5V?" → Look for "VDD" or "VCC" in electrical characteristics → Check if I/O pins are "5V tolerant"
"How fast can I run the I2C?" → Find "I2C Clock Frequency" in timing specs (usually 100kHz standard, 400kHz fast)
"How do I wake it from sleep?" → Look for "Power Management" or "Operating Modes" section
"Why won't it respond at the address I expected?" → Check address selection pins (AD0, ADDR, SA0) → Some datasheets show 8-bit address (divide by 2 for 7-bit)
Datasheet Reading Tips
Where to Find Key Info
| Information | Section Name | |
|---|---|---|
| I2C Address | "Serial Interface" or "Communication" | |
| Voltage/Current | "Electrical Characteristics" | |
| Pinout | "Pin Configuration" or "Package Information" | |
| Registers | "Register Map" or "Memory Map" | |
| Timing | "Timing Characteristics" or "AC Characteristics" | |
| Example Circuit | "Application Information" or "Typical Application" |
Red Flags in Datasheets
- 🚩 Missing absolute maximum ratings
- 🚩 No version/revision number
- 🚩 Inconsistent register descriptions
- 🚩 Machine-translated text
- 🚩 Missing timing diagrams for protocols
→ If you see these, try to find a better quality datasheet from the original manufacturer
Shared Output Contract
Use the shared Arduino skill contract: state assumptions, required tools and versions, implementation steps, tests/evidence by proof stage, known limitations, and recovery/security notes.
Security
- Security scanPassed, 100 of 100Pattern checks on the skill's files.
- Model reviewPassed
Quality evaluation
- Task evaluationNot runNo evaluation yet. Run one in Skill Studio.
Source
- SKILL.md in the repositoryCheckingskills/datasheet-interpreter/SKILL.md
Popularity
- Repository stars
- 7
- 7-day trend score
- 10
Stars and forks are for the whole GitHub repository, not this skill alone. Refreshed 23 Mar 2026, 7 months ago.
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