Make: Basic Arduino Projects

This exciting companion book to MakerShed's best - selling Ultimate Arduino Microcontroller Pack offers 26 well - explained projects that you can start building right away. These projects range from multicolor flashing lights and timers to circuit - testing tools, sound effects, motor control, and sensor devices. The kit includes everything from common components like resistors and capacitors to specialized sensors and actuators such as force - sensing resistors and motors. It also comes with the Arduino Uno Microcontroller and a MakerShield, the top prototyping shield for Arduino. Build 26 awesome mini Arduino projects, work on instructive and practical applications, get circuit diagrams and detailed instructions, and understand circuit design and simulation using easy - to - use tools.

Using this product is a breeze. First, grab the Ultimate Arduino Microcontroller Pack and the companion book. Look through the book to pick a project that interests you. The book has clear circuit diagrams and step - by - step instructions, so just follow them to build your project. When handling the components, be gentle, especially the specialized sensors and actuators. Avoid static electricity as it can damage the parts. After you finish a project, store the components in a dry and cool place to keep them in good condition. If you want to reuse the components, make sure to disconnect them properly. And don't forget to have fun exploring different projects!