ESP8266: This $5 Microcontroller with Wi-Fi is now Arduino-Compatible
What if you could have an Arduino compatible board, with WiFi, for just $5? Well now you can, because the ESP8266 is now Arduino compatible.
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!
Arduino Day: Massimo Announces Intelligent Module System
Today at an Arduino Day celebration at MIT Massimo Banzi announced an upcoming initiative that will extend the Arduino platform to interconnected intelligent modules. The project is code named “Eslov.” Banzi said it will be ready to demonstrate by this yearโs Maker Faire Bay Area, which will take place May 16 and 17 in San […]
20 Projects To Celebrate Arduino Day
In the spirit and celebration of Arduino Day, we’ve compiled a list of some great past projects for your enjoyment. While the Arduino UNO and older Duemilanove are two of the most common Arduino boards, the MEGA and the Yรบn should not be avoided. The MEGA is much like the UNO, however, it has an […]
Every Day Is Arduino Day
Today is Arduino Day โ a worldwide celebration of the Arduinoโs birthday. If you can’t make it to one of the official events, there are plenty of others organised by the community, so where are you heading today?
Virtual Whammy: Touchless Arduino MIDI Device Controls Any Instrument
Alessandro Voto built a bass guitar whammy
14-Year-Old Inventor Crowdfunds Battery-Charging Arduino, Hits $35K
Now in the final couple of days of its crowdfunding journey I thought I’d take a quick look at Quin Etnyre’s new project, the Qduino Mini board.
Massimo Banzi: Fighting for Arduino
Massimo Banzi tells us about a serious rift in the core Arduino team, which is just coming to light now. One of the founding team members has gone off on his own, claiming rights to Arduino and starting a separate operation. We asked Massimo to explain the situation in his own words. โDale Dougherty […]
