Arduino Fundamentals: Programming and Hardware Essentials New

This course provides an introduction to programming with Arduino, a popular open-source platform for building interactive electronics. Arduino combines easy-to-use hardware and software, making it an ideal starting point for beginners interested in programming, electronics, and embedded systems. The platform offers hands-on experience with both programming and hardware, enabling students to create projects that bridge the digital and physical worlds.

Participants will learn the fundamentals of Arduino programming using the Arduino IDE, where they will get hands-on experience with basic coding principles, such as variables, conditionals, loops, and functions. The course covers how to interface with various components like LEDs, motors, and sensors, and introduces essential debugging and troubleshooting techniques for both code and hardware.

By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of programming and hardware integration, allowing them to tackle a wide variety of DIY projects, from simple gadgets to interactive systems. Students will also develop problem-solving skills and learn how to think creatively when working with both code and electronics.

The course alternates between instruction, group work, and individual projects, giving students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and build working prototypes. As they learn Arduino, students will also enhance their logical thinking and technical skills, preparing them to code and create their own beginner DIY electronics projects and continue exploring the world of programming, electronics, embedded systems, robotics, and IoT (Internet of Things).