
Once the file has been downloaded, you will need to unzip/extract the folder in order to use it. Use the link below to download the zip folder containing the code. For some of these projects, we are using open-source code that was released by the good people at Sparkfunand Arduino. A sketch is simply a set of instructions that tells the board what functions it needs to perform. To complete the projects in this tutorial, you will need to download the project code which are known as sketches. To select the port, go to Tools > Port and then select the port that says Arduino. Next, you have to tell the Arduino which port you are using on your computer. Once the board is plugged in, you will need to open the IDE and click on Tools > Board > Arduino Uno to select the board. To do this, plug one end of the USB cable to the Arduino Uno and then the other end of the USB to your computer’s USB port. Once the IDE is installed, you will need to connect your Arduino to your computer. You can download the IDE for free on Arduino’s website. This program allows you to write, view and upload the code to your Arduino Uno board.

Getting Startedīefore you can start working with Arduino, you need to make sure you have the IDE software installed on your computer. If you need some background on the Arduino Uno board or the tools that are needed, please check out post – Arduino Uno For Beginners. This tutorial is going to allow you to jump right in and start building circuits. In this tutorial, you will be creating circuits using the following electronic components: These simple projects will teach you the basics of Arduino Uno, electronics and programming.

The easiest way for beginners to get started with Arduino is by creating circuits using a solderless breadboard.

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