The Johnny-Five Inventor’s Kit (J5IK) is the ultimate solution for developing projects with the Tessel 2 and the Johnny-Five programming framework. With this kit, you can build JavaScript-powered hardware by combining a common software language with powerful hardware. It comes with everything needed to complete 14 circuits, teaching you to control and read external sensors and displays, operate motors, and learn JavaScript. No prior programming or electronics experience is required, though existing skills can be helpful. After using the kit, you'll be equipped to start your own IoT projects and experiments. Johnny-Five is an open-source robotics and IoT platform based on the IO-Plugin protocol, maintained by a passionate community of developers and engineers. An online experiment guide, available when the kit ships, offers step-by-step instructions for circuit connections, full example code with explanations, and troubleshooting tips. The kit requires no soldering and is great for those eager to learn new programming languages or seeking an alternative to the original SparkFun Inventor’s Kit. Get started with the J5IK experiment guide now!
Using the Johnny-Five Inventor’s Kit is easy. First, check the contents of the kit to make sure you have all the parts. Then, refer to the online experiment guide. It will walk you through each step of connecting the circuits. Just follow the instructions and use the provided example code. Don't worry if you're new to programming or electronics; the guide is very beginner - friendly. When you're working on the circuits, handle the parts gently to avoid damage. If something goes wrong, check the troubleshooting tips in the guide. After you finish your projects, store the kit in a dry and cool place. This will help keep the parts in good condition for future use. Have fun exploring and creating your own IoT projects with the J5IK!
