ESP32 FOUNDATIONS
Get your ESP32 online and building useful connected projects
Learn the ESP32 fundamentals needed for Wi-Fi projects, sensor devices, dashboards, and IoT automation.
Created by Marco Schwartz
A clear result, not another playlist
What you will learn
- Flash and debug ESP32 firmware
- Use ESP32 GPIO safely
- Connect to Wi-Fi
- Serve a simple local dashboard
- Understand MQTT basics and device state
Your finished project
Finish the course able to flash and debug ESP32 firmware.
Step-by-step learning path
Course curriculum
3 sections / 9 lessons
1Board Setup3 lessons
- Install ESP32 support and choose the right boardPreview01
- Flash a first sketch and read serial output02
- Handle common upload and driver problems03
2ESP32 Hardware Basics3 lessons
- Use GPIO, ADC, PWM, and touch pins carefully01
- Read sensors and structure readings02
- Understand power, resets, and boot pins03
3Connected Basics3 lessons
- Connect ESP32 to Wi-Fi01
- Create a tiny web server dashboard02
- Publish a first MQTT-style device state03
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Designed for practical progress
About this course
A focused ESP32 foundation course for makers moving beyond basic Arduino boards. Students set up the board package, flash firmware, use GPIO, read sensors, connect Wi-Fi, serve a local page, and understand the basics of MQTT and power behavior.
Learn from experience
Meet your instructor
Marco Schwartz
Maker educator and electronics & IoT instructor
Marco Schwartz teaches practical electronics, embedded programming, and connected-device projects. His courses help makers move from wiring and firmware to dependable Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, MQTT, Node-RED, and home automation systems they can understand, troubleshoot, and extend.
- 15+ years of electronics and maker education
Student results
What learners are saying
4.7 from 3 stories
“Great introduction to the ESP32! The built-in WiFi and Bluetooth open up so many possibilities, and this course walks you through all of it at a comfortable pace.”
“I came from Arduino and this made the transition painless. Clear lessons, fun projects, and I finally understand what all the ESP32 hype is about!”
“Very enjoyable course with plenty of hands-on examples. A few sections moved a bit quickly for me, but rewatching the lessons did the trick.”
Before you start
Requirements
- One ESP32 development board
- USB cable
- Arduino IDE or PlatformIO installed
- Basic breadboard parts recommended
A good fit for
Who this course is for
- Makers who want a structured path into ESP32
- Learners who prefer building real projects over watching disconnected tutorials
- Developers and hobbyists who want practical troubleshooting experience
Answers before you enroll
Frequently asked questions
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is designed for beginner learners and builds each skill in a deliberate sequence.
What do I need before starting?
You will need One ESP32 development board, USB cable, Arduino IDE or PlatformIO installed, Basic breadboard parts recommended.
Can I learn at my own pace?
Yes. Start after checkout and return to the course whenever you are ready to continue.
What if the course is not a good fit?
Contact Makecademy support within 14 days of purchase. We will review the request and issue a refund when the course is not a suitable fit.
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Follow a clear path from the first setup step to a finished project you can explain, troubleshoot, and extend.
$19
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