Arduino

As the preeminent tool for makers, Arduino is a versatile platform that covers almost every type of creative making. With its simple-to-use coding language and fun programming concepts, Arduino enables users to create modern electronics with ease. From beginner level projects like flashing LED lights to more advanced builds such as interactive robots, there are an endless number of possibilities when it comes to building projects with Arduino. Whether you are new or an experienced builder in search of fresh ideas, these posts will provide interesting Arduino tutorials and unique ideas that may spark your creativity and motivate you take on any type of maker project!

Soundie: Interactive hoodie

Check out “Soundie” by Kanjun Qiu. It’s an interactive hoodie that plays music based on touch. It also has some LEDs for visual feedback. The entire piece is based on the LilyPad Arduino. I’ve looked at a ton of light up garments, El Wire, etc. This is one of the most tastefully- and artfully-done articles […]

In the Maker Shed: Arduino Nano board

In the Maker Shed: Arduino Nano board

The Arduino Nano is a great solution for projects that don’t have a lot of available space. It’s breadboard friendly, and has integrated USB. It has everything that Diecimila has (electrically) with more analog input pins and onboard +5V AREF jumper. Physically, it is missing power jack and power select jumper. Since the Nano is […]