Using a Function When Programming an Arduino
What is a function A function is a section of code that's designed to perform a specific action or task. It's useful when you need to perform this action/task multiple...
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How to Use a PIR Sensor with a Microcontroller
You might recognise PIR sensors from security alarms because their main function is to detect small changes in temperature (infrared) this happens when a something warm is in the sensors...
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How to Get Started with Electronics as a Hobby
Getting started with electronics and programming can seem like a daunting thing at first but they're amazing skills to lean! In this blog post we're going to do our best...
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Using a Potentiometer to Change the Speed of a Flashing LED (Getting Started with an Arduino - EP3)
Welcome to the third episode in our getting started with an Arduino video series. In this edition we will be using a potentiometer to vary the speed of a flashing LED....
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Lighting an LED Using an Arduino Board
LEDs are one of the most popular components, they can be used for a range of things from displays to troubleshooting tools. But how do you use and connect them...
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Assembling the Protective Case for Arduino Uno
Protect your Arduino Uno from unwanted scratches and damage with this protective case! It was specifically designed to fit the official Arduino Uno R3 and the components on it. The case protects...
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Getting Started with an Arduino - Part 2
Hello and welcome to the second episode in our series on getting started with an Arduino development board. In this blog we'll be writing our first program which will turn an...
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Getting Started with an Aduino - Part 1
Welcome to a new video & blog series where we're going to go through the basics on getting started with an Arduino based development board. In this part, we'll be...
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What Language Is an Arduino Programmed In?
Using an Arduino is often peoples first experience with text-based programming but it might not be apparently clear what language the Arduino IDE uses. We're going to take a quick...
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Fixing Common Arduino Issues
Arduino boards are designed to be as simple to use as possible but all user undoubtedly encounter some errors/issues at some point. We're going to breakdown some of the issues/errors...
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Understanding a Basic Arduino Sketch
Functions There are some similarities in the code between all Arduino sketches. In every Arduino sketch, you'll usually see a Void setup( ) and a Void loop( ) these are...
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Using an RFID Reader with an Arduino
The use of RFID technology is fascinating and becoming even more commonplace in our lives. It's used in a variety of security systems, inventory tracking, running race timing and even...
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How to Use a Potentiometer With an Arduino
A potentiometer is a great and simple way to create a variable input when using a microcontroller such as an Arduino. This little guide will show you how to connect...
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