University of California, Irvine via Coursera
This course introduces the Arduino, an open-source platform for building digital devices and interactive objects. You'll explore the Arduino board, its libraries, and the Integrated Development Environment (IDE). Learn to program Arduino using C code, control external devices via pins, and understand how shields extend functionality. This program is ideal for aspiring software developers, embedded systems engineers, and hobbyists eager to create interactive hardware projects.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Outline Arduino board components and functions.
- Program Arduino using C language fundamentals.
- Debug embedded software on Arduino platforms.
- Implement serial communication protocols.
To be successful, a basic understanding of programming concepts is beneficial. You will use the Arduino IDE and C programming language.
Dive into the Arduino environment! This module introduces you to the Arduino board, its IDE, and powerful shields. You'll explore components, understand schematics, and learn to install and use the IDE for writing and uploading code. Discover how shields expand your projects' capabilities. This kno…
Welcome to the foundational module on C programming! Here, you'll master the essential C language basics needed for Arduino projects. We'll cover syntax, variables, operators, conditionals, loops, and functions. By the end, you'll confidently write basic C code. This module is your crucial first st…
Unlock the power of Arduino sketches! This module guides you through the structure of an Arduino program, from compilation to upload. You'll explore the Arduino IDE's role in the build process and master the `setup()` and `loop()` functions. Learn how to access Arduino pins directly from your code,…
Ready to tackle challenges? This module introduces essential debugging techniques for embedded software on Arduino. You'll learn about controllability and observability, and how to leverage the UART communication protocol and Serial library for effective debugging. Master these skills to ensure you…
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University of California, Irvine is in Tier 2: excellent universities and the companies that build the technology of our institution ranking (82/100).
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