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Benson Johnson is a student from Tanzania who is fully funded for this school year! Fund another student here.

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Benson Johnson Nzuna
The most difficult experience I had in life was when I had to be taken back home due to scarcity of school fees. The moment when I felt proud of myself was when I learnt how to play musical instruments such as keyboard and drums and being able to play even during church sessions.
The memorable and happiest thing in my life that I won’t forget is the World Education Fund for being on my side and giving me good support in my education level since I was in form one until now in university level. It is the greatest and happiest memorable thing that I had.
The dream of my life is to become a computer engineer or scientist to be able to develop different programs, websites and many other computer applications and the only way of reaching my dream is to work hard and concentrate on my studies so that I am able to perform such an objective.
When I reach my dream the way that I can help my family is by helping them when there is need of anything from me, either physically or financially on certain occasion they will get my presence also about WEF, when I reach my dream I will be available when they need me either by making influence or inspiring my young boys and girls on how to reach their dreams and working hard so that they can also succeed. Also, by helping others in financial projects that may be conducted by WEF.

Birthday: 2003

Gender: Male

Favorite Books: Science books

I Want to Be: Computer Engineer

Hobbies: Playing and watching football

Family: father, mother, 1 brother, 1 sister, 1 grandfather, 1 grandmother

O-Level School: Wel Wel Secondary School

A-Level School: Kabungu Secondary School

University: National Institute of Transport (NIT)

Funding for second year (80) 2024:
Tuition, Exams, Uniform   $80

TOTAL   $80
Funding for Form 6 2022: $150
Funding for Form 5 2021: $150
Funding for Form 4 2020: $150
Funding for Form III 2019: $150
Funding for Form II 2018: $175
Benson Johnson's Journal
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HELLO WORLD EDUCATION FUND.
I hope all of us we are doing well for my side am okay🤗.
I am so grateful to thanks God🙏 for his blessings he has done much in my life.
All in all only I want to share my altitude about this month.

August turn to my favourite month since I was born on this month.
I am expected much from you to join me on 24/August to wish me happy birthday my family.
Am so happy thus why I share with my lovely family I love you all forever together🥰.
Okay I wish you little success in this my month.
Hello WEF,
I hope everyone is fine and i'm fine too, today i would like to talk about an embedded system,

What is an Embedded System?

An embedded system is a computer system designed for a specific task. Unlike general-purpose computers (like laptops or desktops), embedded systems are built to perform a dedicated function—often with real-time constraints.

They consist of hardware (microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, etc.) and software (firmware or programs) working together to perform a particular job.

Examples of Embedded Systems

Home appliances: Washing machines, microwave ovens, smart TVs

Automobiles: Airbag controllers, engine control units (ECUs), anti-lock braking systems

Medical devices: Pacemakers, blood pressure monitors

Industrial machines: Robotics, automation controllers

Consumer electronics: Mobile phones, cameras, printers

Components of an Embedded System

1. Microcontroller / Microprocessor – The brain of the system (e.g., Arduino, STM32, ARM Cortex).

2. Memory – Stores the program and data (RAM, ROM, Flash).

3. Input devices – Sensors, buttons, etc.

4. Output devices – Displays, LEDs, motors, speakers.

5. Communication interfaces – UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.

6. Software (Firmware) – Runs on the microcontroller to control hardware.


Characteristics of Embedded Systems

Dedicated function – Designed for one task.

Real-time operation – Often needs to respond quickly.

Resource-constrained – Limited memory, power, and processing.

Reliability – Must work continuously without failure.

Low power consumption – Optimized for energy efficiency.
Why are Embedded Systems Important?

Efficiency – Optimized for their tasks.

Cost-effective – Simpler and cheaper than full computers.

Everywhere – They are in cars, phones, homes, factories, etc.
Real-time performance – Crucial for safety and control applications (e.g., airbags).
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