arduino introduction by Engr. Kennedy V. Rodriguez.pptx

arduino introduction by Engr. Kennedy V. Rodriguez.pptx

1. Getting Started with Arduino Programming

2. Introduction to Arduino Arduino is an open-source electronics platform. It consists of both hardware (microcontroller) and software (IDE). Used for creating interactive projects.

3. Arduino Hardware The main component is the Arduino board. It includes a microcontroller, digital and analog I/O pins. Common models: Arduino Uno, Mega, Nano.

4. Arduino Software The Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) is used for programming. It supports C/C++ language. Includes a code editor, message area, and text console.

5. Setting Up the Arduino IDE Download the Arduino IDE from the official website. Install the software on your computer. Connect the Arduino board via USB.

6. Writing Your First Program Open the Arduino IDE. Write a simple program (sketch) to blink an LED. Use the built-in LED on pin 13 for testing.

7. Uploading Code to Arduino Click the VERIFY button (tick mark) to check the code. Click the UPLOAD button (right arrow) to transfer the code to the board. Observe the LED blinking.

8. Basic Arduino Commands pinMode(pin, mode): Sets the mode of a pin (INPUT/OUTPUT). digitalWrite(pin, value): Writes a HIGH or LOW value to a pin. delay(ms): Pauses the program for a specified time in milliseconds.

9. Using Sensors with Arduino Sensors can be connected to Arduino for various projects. Examples: temperature sensors, light sensors, motion sensors. Use analogRead(pin) to read sensor values.

10. Controlling Actuators Actuators like motors and LEDs can be controlled via Arduino. Use digitalWrite() and analogWrite() for control. Example: Controlling a servo motor.

11. Serial Communication Arduino can communicate with a computer via serial communication. Use Serial.begin(baud rate) to start communication. Use Serial.print() and Serial.println() to send data.

12. Debugging Your Code Use the Serial Monitor to debug your code. Print variable values to understand program flow. Check connections and power supply.

13. Advanced Arduino Projects Combine multiple sensors and actuators for complex projects. Examples: Home automation, robotics, IoT devices. Explore libraries for additional functionalities.

14. Arduino Libraries Libraries extend Arduino's capabilities. Examples: Wire library for I2C communication, Servo library for motor control. Include libraries using #include <LibraryName.h>.

15. Community and Resources Join the Arduino community for support and inspiration. Explore forums, tutorials, and project repositories. Contribute your own projects and learn from others.

16. Probing Questions What are the main components of an Arduino board? How do you upload code to an Arduino board? What are some common sensors used with Arduino? How can you debug your Arduino code effectively?

17. Conclusion Arduino is a versatile platform for electronics projects. Start with simple projects and gradually explore advanced topics. Utilize community resources for continuous learning.