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Discover all the amazing things you can do with Arduino

Arduino is a programmable circuit board that is being used by everyone from scientists, programmers, and hardware hackers to artists, designers, hobbyists, and engineers in order to add interactivity to objects and projects and experiment with programming and electronics. This easy-to-understand book is an ideal place to start if you are interested in learning more about Arduino's vast capabilities. Featuring an array of cool projects, this Arduino beginner guide walks you through every step of each of the featured projects so that you can acquire a clear understanding of the different aspects of the Arduino board.

  • Introduces Arduino basics to provide you with a solid foundation of understanding before you tackle your first project
  • Features a variety of fun projects that show you how to do everything from automating your garden's watering system to constructing a keypad entry system, installing a tweeting cat flap, building a robot car, and much more
  • Provides an easy, hands-on approach to learning more about electronics, programming, and interaction design for Makers of all ages

    • Arduino Projects For Dummies is your guide to turning everyday electronics and plain old projects into incredible innovations.

    Get Connected! To find out more about Brock Craft and his recent Arduino creations, visit www.facebook.com/ArduinoProjectsForDummies

    ISBN-13: 9781118551479

    Media Type: Paperback

    Publisher: Wiley

    Publication Date: 06-24-2013

    Pages: 416

    Product Dimensions: 7.30(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d)

    Series: For Dummies

    Brock Craft is a Lecturer in Physical Computing at Goldsmiths, University of London in the Department of Computing. He was a Partner at the design firm TinkerLondon, where he introduced the Arduino into the UK along with its creator, Massimo Banzi.

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    Table of Contents

    Introduction 1

    Part I: Getting Started with Arduino Projects 7

    Chapter 1: Exploring the World of Arduino 9

    Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Workspace and Tools 19

    Chapter 3: Understanding the Basics 41

    Part II: Basic Arduino Projects 63

    Chapter 4: The All-Seeing Eye 65

    Chapter 5: Making a Light Pet 85

    Chapter 6: Making a Scrolling Sign 107

    Chapter 7: Building an Arduino Clock 127

    Part III: The Interactive Home and Garden 153

    Chapter 8: Building a Keypad Entry System 155

    Chapter 9: Building an RFID Tag Reader 181

    Chapter 10: Building an Automated Garden 201

    Chapter 11 : Building a Tweeting Pet Door 221

    Chapter 12: Building a Home Sensing Station 243

    Part IV: Advanced Arduino Projects 273

    Chapter 13: Building a GPS Data Logger 275

    Chapter 14: Building a Remote-Controlled Car 299

    Chapter 15: Building an LED Cube 323

    Part V: The Part of Tens 349

    Chapter 16: Ten Great Arduino Resources 351

    Chapter 17: Ten Troubleshooting Tips 359

    Index 369