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Arduino for Absolute Beginners

Start your electronics journey with hands-on Arduino projects

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Course Overview

Perfect for complete beginners, this course teaches you Arduino from the ground up. No prior programming or electronics experience needed! Through fun, practical projects, you'll learn the fundamentals of Arduino programming, basic electronics, and how to bring your creative ideas to life.

What You'll Learn

✓Understand what Arduino is and what it can do
✓Set up the Arduino IDE and upload your first program
✓Master basic programming concepts
✓Work with LEDs, buttons, and sensors
✓Read sensor data and control outputs
✓Build interactive projects
✓Debug common Arduino problems
✓Design your own Arduino projects

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Getting Started

  • 1.1What is Arduino?
  • 1.2Choosing Your First Arduino Board
  • 1.3Installing the Arduino IDE
  • 1.4Your First Program: Blinking LED

Module 2: Programming Basics

  • 2.1Understanding Sketches
  • 2.2Variables and Data Types
  • 2.3Control Structures (if, for, while)
  • 2.4Functions and Code Organization

Module 3: Digital Input/Output

  • 3.1Controlling Multiple LEDs
  • 3.2Reading Button Inputs
  • 3.3Debouncing Techniques
  • 3.4Creating LED Patterns

Module 4: Analog Sensors

  • 4.1Understanding Analog vs Digital
  • 4.2Reading Potentiometers
  • 4.3Light Sensors (LDR)
  • 4.4Temperature Sensors

Module 5: Output Devices

  • 5.1Controlling Servo Motors
  • 5.2Using Buzzers and Speakers
  • 5.3LCD Display Basics
  • 5.4RGB LED Control

Module 6: Building Projects

  • 6.1Project Planning and Design
  • 6.2Building a Temperature Monitor
  • 6.3Creating an Alarm System
  • 6.4Designing Your Own Project

Projects You'll Build

Project 1

Traffic Light System

Build a working traffic light with pedestrian crossing button

Project 2

Digital Thermometer

Create a temperature display with high/low alerts

Project 3

Music Box

Program your Arduino to play melodies

Project 4

Automatic Night Light

Build a light that turns on automatically in the dark

Requirements

  • No programming experience needed
  • No electronics experience required
  • A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux)
  • Arduino Uno starter kit (around $30-40)
  • Enthusiasm to learn and experiment!

Your Instructor

👨‍🏫

Marco Schwartz

Arduino Educator & Author

Marco specializes in making Arduino accessible to complete beginners. His patient teaching style and clear explanations have helped thousands of students start their journey in electronics and programming.

Frequently Asked Questions

I've never programmed before. Can I take this course?

Absolutely! This course is designed specifically for complete beginners. We start from zero and build up your skills step by step.

What Arduino kit should I buy?

We recommend a basic Arduino Uno starter kit. In the first lesson, we provide links to recommended kits that include everything you need.

How much time should I dedicate per week?

Plan for 3-5 hours per week. This includes watching lessons, hands-on practice, and building projects.

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