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Program, build, and master over 50 projects with MicroPython and the RP2040 microprocessor The Raspberry Pi Pico is a high-performance microcontroller module designed especially for physical computing. Microcontrollers differ from single-board computers, like the Raspberry Pi 4, in not having an operating system. The Raspberry Pi Pico can be programmed to run a single task very efficiently within real-time control and monitoring applications requiring speed. The ‘Pico’ as we call it, is based on the fast, efficient, and low-cost dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ RP2040 microcontroller chip running at up to 133 MHz and sporting 264 KB of SRAM, and 2 MB of Flash memory. Besides its large memory, the Pico has even more attractive features including a vast number of GPIO pins, and popular interface modules like ADC, SPI, I²C, UART, and PWM. To cap it all, the chip offers fast and accurate timing modules, a hardware debug interface, and an internal temperature sensor. The Raspberry Pi Pico is easily programmed using popular high-level languages such as MicroPython and or C/C++. This book is an introduction to using the Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller in conjunction with the MicroPython programming language. The Thonny development environment (IDE) is used in all the projects described. There are over 50 working and tested projects in the book, covering the following topics: Installing the MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico using a Raspberry Pi or a PC Timer interrupts and external interrupts Analogue-to-digital converter (ADC) projects Using the internal temperature sensor and external temperature sensor chips Datalogging projects PWM, UART, I²C, and SPI projects Using Wi-Fi and apps to communicate with smartphones Using Bluetooth and apps to communicate with smartphones Digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) projects All projects given in the book have been fully tested and are working. Only basic programming and electronics experience is required to follow the projects. Brief descriptions, block diagrams, detailed circuit diagrams, and full MicroPython program listings are given for all projects described. Readers can find the program listings on the Elektor web page created to support the book.

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Program and build RPi Pico-based ham station utilities, tools, and instruments Although much classical HF and mobile equipment is still in use by large numbers of amateurs, the use of computers and digital techniques has now become very popular among amateur radio operators. Nowadays, anyone can purchase a €5 Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller board and develop many amateur radio projects using the “Pico” and some external components. This book is aimed at amateur radio enthusiasts, Electronic Engineering students, and anyone interested in learning to use the Raspberry Pi Pico to shape their electronic projects. The book is suitable for beginners in electronics as well as for those with wide experience. Step-by-step installation of the MicroPython programming environment is described. Some knowledge of the Python programming language is helpful to be able to comprehend and modify the projects given in the book. The book introduces the Raspberry Pi Pico and gives examples of many general-purpose, software-only projects that familiarize the reader with the Python programming language. In addition to the software-only projects tailored to the amateur radio operator, Chapter 6 in particular presents over 36 hardware-based projects for “hams”, including: Station mains power on/off control Radio station clock GPS based station geographical coordinates Radio station temperature and humidity Various waveform generation methods using software and hardware (DDS) Frequency counter Voltmeter / ammeter / ohmmeter / capacitance meter RF meter and RF attenuators Morse code exercisers RadioStation Click board Raspberry Pi Pico based FM radio Using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with Raspberry Pi Pico Radio station security with RFID Audio amplifier module with rotary encoder volume control Morse decoder Using the FS1000A TX-RX modules to communicate with Arduino

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Praxisnahe Projekte, Profi-Tricks und eigene Anwendungen Dieses Buch führt Sie Schritt für Schritt in die faszinierende Welt der State Machines ein und zeigt, wie Sie Hardware direkt und effizient ansteuern können – jenseits klassischer CPU-gesteuerter Ansätze. In diesem Buch lernen Sie: LEDs und NeoPixel kreativ steuern: Blinken, Dimmen, Farbwechsel und komplexe Animationen Taster und Encoder zuverlässig auslesen und in Echtzeit in Ihre Projekte integrieren Analoge Eingänge (ADC) nutzen und Signale digital steuern Servos präzise ansteuern und Bewegungsabläufe automatisieren SPI mit PIO umsetzen, um Displays, Sensoren und Module anzusteuern Menüsysteme und Submenüs auf SPI-Displays realisieren, inklusive Navigation über mehrere Taster PWM, Signalgenerierung und Frequenzsteuerung für akustische oder visuelle Effekte Debugging-Strategien und Tipps, um Ihre PIO-Programme effizient zu entwickeln Alle Beispiele sind praxisnah, sofort umsetzbar und zuverlässig. Mit klaren Anleitungen, Hintergrundwissen und fertigen Codebeispielen lernen Sie, die PIO-Fähigkeiten des Pico maximal zu nutzen – egal ob für Maker-Projekte, Prototypen oder professionelle Anwendungen. Erleben Sie, wie Sie komplexe Hardwaresteuerung elegant mit dem Pico realisieren können – schneller, flexibler und leistungsfähiger als je zuvor.

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Realize your own projects with the Elektor Arduino Nano MCCAB Training Board The microcontroller is probably the most fascinating subfield of electronics. Due to the multitude of functions, it combines on its chip, it is a universal multi-tool for developers to realize their projects. Practically every device of daily use today is controlled by a microcontroller. However, for an electronic layman, realizing his own ideas with a microcontroller has so far remained a pipe dream due to its complexity. The Arduino concept has largely simplified the use of microcontrollers, so that now even laymen can realize their own electronics ideas with a microcontroller. Book & Hardware in the Bundle: 'Learning by Doing' This book, which is included in the bundle, shows how you can realize your own projects with a microcontroller even without much experience in electronics and programming languages. It is a microcontrollers hands-on course for starters, because after an overview of the internals of the microcontroller and an introduction to the programming language C, the focus of the course is on the practical exercises. The reader acquires the necessary knowledge by 'learning by doing': in the extensive practical section with 12 projects and 46 exercises, what is learned in the front part of the book is underpinned with many examples. The exercises are structured in such a way that the user is given a task to solve using the knowledge built up in the theoretical part of the book. Each exercise is followed by a sample solution that is explained and commented on in detail, which helps the user to solve problems and compare it with his own solution. Arduino IDE The Arduino IDE is a software development environment that can be downloaded for free to your own PC and that contains the entire software package needed for your own microcontroller projects. You write your programs ('apps') with the IDE’s editor in the C programming language. You translate them into the bits and bytes that the microcontroller understands using the Arduino IDE's built-in compiler, and then load them into the microcontroller's memory on the Elektor Arduino MCCAB Nano Training Board via a USB cable. Query or control external sensors, motors or assemblies In addition to an Arduino Nano microcontroller module, the Elektor Arduino Nano MCCAB Training Board contains all the components required for the exercises, such as light-emitting diodes, switches, pushbuttons, acoustic signal transmitters, etc. External sensors, motors or assemblies can also be queried or controlled with this microcontroller training system. Specifications (Arduino Nano MCCAB Training Board) Power Supply Via the USB connection of the connected PC or an external power supply unit (not included) Operating Voltage +5 Vcc Input Voltage All inputs 0 V to +5 V VX1 and VX2 +8 V to +12 V (only when using an external power supply) Hardware periphery LCD 2x16 characters Potentiometer P1 & P2 JP3: selection of operating voltage of P1 & P2 Distributor SV4: Distributor for the operating voltagesSV5, SV6: Distributor for the inputs/outputs of the microcontroller Switches and buttons RESET button on the Arduino Nano module 6x pushbutton switches K1 ... K6 6x slide switches S1 ... S6 JP2: Connection of the switches with the inputs of the microcontroller Buzzer Piezo buzzer Buzzer1 with jumper on JP6 Indicator lights 11 x LED: Status indicator for the inputs/outputs LED L on the Arduino Nano module, connected to GPIO D13 JP6: Connection of LEDs LD10 ... LD20 with GPIOs D2 ... D12 Serial interfacesSPI & I²C JP4: Selection of the signal at pin X of the SPI connector SV12 SV9 to SV12: SPI interface (3.3 V/5 V) or I²C interface Switching output for external devices SV1, SV7: Switching output (maximum +24 V/160 mA, externally supplied) SV2: 2x13 pins for connection of external modules 3x3 LED matrix(9 red LEDs) SV3: Columns of the 3x3 LED matrix (outputs D6 ... D8) JP1: Connection of the rows with the GPIOs D3 ... D5 Software Library MCCABLib Control of hardware components (switches, buttons, LEDs, 3x3 LED matrix, buzzer) on the MCCAB Training Board Operating Temperature Up to +40 °C Dimensions 100 x 100 x 20 mm Specifications (Arduino Nano) Microcontroller ATmega328P Architecture AVR Operating Voltage 5 V Flash Memory 32 KB, of which 2 KB used by bootloader SRAM 2 KB Clock Speed 16 MHz Analog IN Pins 8 EEPROM 1 KB DC Current per I/O Pins 40 mA on one I/O pin, total maximum 200 mA on all pins together Input Voltage 7-12 V Digital I/O Pins 22 (6 of which are PWM) PWM Output 6 Power Consumption 19 mA Dimensions 18 x 45 mm Weight 7 g Included Elektor Arduino Nano MCCAB Training Board Arduino Nano Book: Microcontrollers Hands-on Course for Arduino Starters

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With Examples for Arduino UNO, Raspberry Pi Pico and ESP32 Programming small electronic systems has never been more accessible. Tasks that once demanded expensive tools, specialized hardware, and deep electrical engineering expertise can now be tackled with low-cost development boards and approachable software. At the centre of this shift is the Arduino environment, which provides a unified and familiar way to program a wide range of microcontroller platforms—from classic AVR boards like the Arduino UNO to modern ARM-based boards such as the Raspberry Pi Pico, and powerful Wi-Fi-enabled devices like the ESP32. This book introduces embedded programming through the core idea that defines all microcontrollers: reading inputs, processing information, and controlling outputs in a predictable loop. The Arduino environment abstracts much of the hardware complexity, allowing you to focus on behaviour rather than implementation details. With just a few lines of code, you can blink LEDs, read sensors, control motors, and communicate with other devices. While the Arduino UNO, Raspberry Pi Pico, and ESP32 boards differ greatly in performance and features, they share the same fundamental building blocks: digital and analog I/O, timers, serial communication, PWM, interrupts, and power management. Learning these concepts within the Arduino framework builds skills that transfer easily across platforms and scale toward more advanced applications. By exploring multiple boards while maintaining a consistent programming approach, this book helps you progress from simple experiments to confidently produce well-structured designs—showing that embedded development can be both practical and enjoyable.

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Program, build, and master 60+ projects with the Wireless RP2040 The Raspberry Pi Pico and Pico W are based on the fast, efficient, and low-cost dual-core ARM Cortex M0+ RP2040 microcontroller chip running at up to 133 MHz and sporting 264 KB of SRAM and 2 MB of Flash memory. Besides spacious memory, the Pico and Pico W offer many GPIO pins, and popular peripheral interface modules like ADC, SPI, I²C, UART, PWM, timing modules, a hardware debug interface, and an internal temperature sensor. The Raspberry Pi Pico W additionally includes an on-board Infineon CYW43439 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chipset. At the time of writing this book, the Bluetooth firmware was not yet available. Wi-Fi is however fully supported at 2.4 GHz using the 802.11b/g/n protocols. This book is an introduction to using the Raspberry Pi Pico W in conjunction with the MicroPython programming language. The Thonny development environment (IDE) is used in all of the 60+ working and tested projects covering the following topics: Installing the MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico using a Raspberry Pi or a PC Timer interrupts and external interrupts Analogue-to-digital converter (ADC) projects Using the internal temperature sensor and external sensor chips Using the internal temperature sensor and external temperature sensor chips Datalogging projects PWM, UART, I²C, and SPI projects Using Bluetooth, WiFi, and apps to communicate with smartphones Digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) projects All projects are tried & tested. They can be implemented on both the Raspberry Pi Pico and Raspberry Pi Pico W, although the Wi-Fi-based subjects will run on the Pico W only. Basic programming and electronics experience are required to follow the projects. Brief descriptions, block diagrams, detailed circuit diagrams, and full MicroPython program listings are given for all projects.

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USB-Logikanalysatoren am PC mit Arduino, Raspberry Pi und Co Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen führen Sie in die Analyse moderner Protokolle von I²C, SPI, UART, RS-232, NeoPixel, WS28xx, HD44780 und 1-Wire ein. Anhand von zahlreichen Experimentierschaltungen mit dem Raspberry Pi Pico, Arduino Uno und dem Bus Pirate üben Sie die praxisnahe Anwendung gängiger USB-Logikanalysatoren ein. Alle in diesem Buch vorgestellten Experimentierschaltungen wurden vollständig getestet und sind funktionsfähig. Die notwendigen Programmlistings sind enthalten, es sind keine besonderen Programmier- oder Elektronikkenntnisse für diese Schaltungen notwendig. Es werden die Programmiersprachen MicroPython und C mit den Entwicklungsumgebungen Thonny und Arduino IDE eingesetzt. Dieses Buch verwendet mehrere Modelle flexibler und weit verbreiteter USB-Logikanalysatoren und zeigt die Stärken und Schwächen jeder Preisklasse. Sie werden kennenlernen, welche Kriterien für Ihre Arbeit wichtig sind und in der Lage sein, das für Sie passende Gerät zu finden. Egal ob Arduino, Raspberry Pi oder Raspberry Pi Pico: Die abgebildeten Beispielschaltungen ermöglichen einen schnellen Start in die Protokollanalyse und können auch als Grundlage für eigene weitere Experimente dienen. Sie werden alle wichtigen Begriffe und Zusammenhänge kennenlernen, eigene Experimente durchführen, selbstständig Protokolle analysieren und nach der Lektüre dieses Buches – im Bereich der digitalen Signale und Protokolle – ein umfassendes Wissen aufgebaut haben.

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This complete STM32 microcontroller programming course features a textbook, a component kit, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online course. It is ideal for step-by-step learning of embedded systems programming in MicroPython using a practical, hands-on approach. A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the STM32 This course is designed for people who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to get started. A kit of parts comprising LEDs and resistors, switches, sensors and actuators, displays, a breadboard and wires, and more is included. These are used in the course to illustrate example applications. No prior experience with MicroPython or embedded development is required. Each section features hands-on examples and mini projects designed to reinforce key concepts and inspire deeper exploration. By the end of the course, you’ll be able not only to reproduce the examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications. What Will You Learn? Microcontroller programming in MicroPython on the STM32 using the Thonny IDE Working with Digital I/O, read buttons and encoders, control LEDs and relays Read analog inputs, voltages, and analog sensors Generating analog output signals and PWM Use serial communication like UART, I²C and SPI to control displays and read digital sensors and SD cards Managing time Working with interrupts Real-time sensor input and control via buttons, LEDs, and displays Control actuators like relays and servo motors Who Is It For? Students and self-learners exploring embedded systems Makers and IoT enthusiasts looking to improve their hardware skills Educators and trainers seeking ready-to-teach material What's Inside the Box? Access to the full course on the Elektor Academy Pro Learning Platform STM32 NUCLEO-F411RE microcontroller board Book: MicroPython for STM32 Downloadable project files for every module Component Box: 2× LED, red, 5 mm LED, green, 5 mm 3× Resistor, 470 Ω, 0.25 W LDR Potentiometer, 10 kΩ, linear Pushbutton Rotary encoder module Relay module DHT22 Humidity & Temperature Sensor TM1637-compatible 4-digit 7-segment display MPU-6050 IMU with headers SSD1306-compatible I²C OLED display Micro SD card adapter with header Buzzer SG90 Micro Servo ILI9341-compatible SPI 240×320 TFT display 20× Jumper wires Breadboard

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This bundle includes the Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Gen 2 Starter Kit and the new book "Experimenting with Red Pitaya STEMlab Gen 2". The Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Gen 2 Starter Kit is a powerful and flexible platform for signal processing, data acquisition, and electronic measurement applications. Designed for engineers, developers, researchers, and educators, this kit provides everything required to start building advanced measurement and control systems. At the core of the kit is the STEMlab 125-14 PRO Gen 2 board, an upgraded and ultra-lightweight development platform. Powered by the Xilinx Zynq-7010 SoC with 512 MB of RAM, it combines FPGA programmability with ARM processing power to enable high-performance instrumentation and custom signal-processing solutions. The board offers 14-bit ADC and DAC resolution, a 125 MS/s sampling rate, an input range of ±20 V, and up to 60 MHz bandwidth. Its improved low-noise analog front-end, USB-C connectivity, and compact design make it suitable for demanding applications such as RF development, radar systems, photonics research, software-defined radio (SDR), and industrial automation. The Starter Kit includes all essential accessories for immediate use: a microSD card with preinstalled operating system, power supply, Ethernet cable for remote access, two 100 MHz oscilloscope probes, and SMA-to-BNC adapters for flexible signal connections. The Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Gen 2 Starter Kit is an excellent platform for rapid prototyping, FPGA development, measurement instrumentation, and advanced electronics experimentation. Features 14-bit ADC and DAC resolution 125 MS/s sampling rate ±20 V input range Up to 60 MHz bandwidth Xilinx Zynq-7010 SoC (FPGA + ARM processor) 512 MB RAM Low-noise analog front- and back-ends Applications RF development and testing Radar and wireless systems Software-defined radio (SDR) Photonics and optical research Industrial automation and control systems Signal analysis and instrumentation Rapid prototyping of electronic measurement systems Specifications Processor Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 FPGA AMD Xilinx Zynq-7010 SoC RAM 512 MB (4 Gb) Storage microSD card (up to 32 GB) Operating System Linux-based Red Pitaya OS ADC Resolution 14-bit DAC Resolution 14-bit Bandwidth 60 MHz (DC) Sampling Rate 125 MS/s Analog Input Channels 2 Analog Output Channels 2 Input Voltage Range ±1 V (LV) / ±20 V (HV) Input Impedance 1 MΩ / 10 pF Output Voltage Range ±1 V Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) USB 2x USB-C 2.0 (for power and console) Digital I/O 16x GPIO (3.3 V) Communication Interfaces I²C, SPI, UART, CAN Power Supply 5 V/3 A via USB-C Dimensions 106.8 x 60.0 x 17.9 mm Included 1x Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Gen 2 board 2x 100 MHz oscilloscope probes 2x SMA-to-BNC adapters 1x microSD card with preinstalled OS 1x USB-C Power supply 1x Ethernet cable Downloads Documentation Schematics Book: Experimenting with Red Pitaya STEMlab Gen 2 With this new book, Red Pitaya goes beyond a versatile board. It becomes a powerful laboratory instrument for precision measurement, analysis, and control. From the fundamentals of electronic project development, monitoring, control, and design to testing, this book walks you step-by-step through everything you need to know to harness the full potential of Red Pitaya hardware and software. The book presents real-time, FPGA-based projects that are developed on a PC using the Vivado environment, then transferred to the Red Pitaya for execution and testing. You will learn about enhanced performance, expanded I/O capabilities, improved FPGA features, and advanced connectivity options that open up new frontiers for precision measurement, monitoring, and control in your embedded applications. Inside the book you will discover: A deep dive into Red Pitaya architecture and hardware design Electronic experiments using Red Pitaya for measurement and monitoring Hands-on projects using the Python programming language Practical guidance for FPGA programming using Red Pitaya Red Pitaya FPGA projects using the Verilog HDL under Vivado IDE Practical design of electronic projects including measurement and testing Step-by-step examples that bridge theory and real-world implementation Whether you are designing your own electronic circuits, developing signal analysis tools, or creating real-time control or monitoring systems, this book provides you the knowledge and confidence you need to fully learn and customize the Red Pitaya platform.

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Diese Ausgabe steht allen GOLD- und GREEN-Mitgliedern auf der ElektorMagazine-Website zum Download bereit! Sie sind noch kein Mitglied? Hier klicken! PIO-Programmierung des Raspberry Pi PicoNeun Befehle, viele Möglichkeiten KI aus dem Browser befreienSo nutzen Sie KI-CLIs zum Programmieren, Kompilieren und Validieren von Embedded-Projekten Der Scrutiny DebuggerDebuggen, Visualisieren und Testen von Embedded-C/C++ Code Sigfox-Breakout-Board (Teil 1)Ein selbst gebautes Funk-BoB Rauscharmes Labor-Netzteil (Teil 2)Konstruktion, Montage und praktische Implementierung Einfacher Signalgenerator mit dem RP2040Analoge und digitale Signale für rund 10 Euro Matter und Edge-KI für die Smart Homes der ZukunftBieten die neuesten Updates von Matter und der Aufstieg der Edge-KI Entwicklern endlich die Werkzeuge, um das versprochene intelligente und vernetzte Smart Home zu schaffen? Die SMU für alleSiglent bringt die SMM3000X-Serie auf den Markt DifferenzdrucksensorenVorausschauende Wartung in HLK-Systemen Security by DesignSchadensbegrenzung durch Entwicklungsprinzipien Embedded Security ist nicht mehr optional CRA und PQC setzen neue Prioritäten für Embedded-SicherheitWarum auch kleine IoT- und Industrie-Unternehmen einen Upgrade-Plan benötigen embedded world 2026Interview mit Benedikt Weyerer, Executive Director der embedded world I3C in der PraxisMit Hardware von ST und Microchip Das BLEnky-ProjektSchnelles Prototyping für Bluetooth-Low-Energy-Anwendungen PulsbreitensteuerungVom einfachen Thermostat bis zum geglätteten Analogsignal AudiotronicsKlangvolle Elektronik zum Selberbauen ESP32-Audio-Transceiver-Board (Teil 4)Taktsynchronisation – und eine kabelgebundene Option 2026: Eine KI-OdysseeDer Vibe-Coding-Kater von 2025 Symmetrische DC-LastGleichstromlast, statisch oder dynamisch und symmetrisch Gesichter zählen mit MaixCAMEine einfache Methode zur Erfassung von Publikumsgrößen

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Complete ESP32 microcontroller learning course featuring a custom-designed MCU expansion board, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online guide – perfect for learning hardware, programming, and connectivity step by step. A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the ESP32 This course is designed for readers who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to get started. If you’ve explored general-purpose electronics or Arduino-based materials but found them too broad or lacking in practical guidance, this course offers a more focused alternative. Using the "ESP32 by Example Kit" (EEK) – a compact and affordable set of components featuring LEDs, sensors, an OLED display, and a motion processor – you’ll work with a consistent hardware setup throughout the course. Once assembled, the EEK stays mostly unchanged, allowing you to concentrate on learning and experimentation without constant reconfiguration. Topics include: Understanding and programming the ESP32 microcontroller Writing and deploying code with the Arduino IDE Exploring cyber-physical systems, culminating in basic drone control No prior experience with Arduino or embedded development is required. Each section features hands-on examples and mini-projects designed to reinforce key concepts and inspire deeper exploration. By the end of the course, you’ll be able not only to reproduce the book’s examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications. Whether you're interested in embedded programming, interactive systems, or introductory drone control, this course provides a clear and practical path to getting started. What you'll learn? Embedded programming with the ESP32 using the Arduino IDE Real-time sensor input and control via buttons, LEDs, and displays Gesture-based interaction using the MPU6050 motion sensor Bluetooth gamepad integration and drone control simulation Wi-Fi and UDP networking, local web servers, and NTP MQTT communication with cloud platforms like AWS and Arduino IoT How to build and deploy full-featured IoT systems Perfect for Students and self-learners exploring embedded systems Makers and IoT enthusiasts looking to improve their hardware skills Educators and trainers seeking ready-to-teach material Developers moving beyond Raspberry Pi or Arduino basics Support when you need it Access to instructors via Elektor Academy Helpful community forums and essential documentation What's inside the Box (Course)? New 384-page book: "ESP32 by Example" (valued at €45) Elektor ESP32 by Example Kit (EEK): Microcontroller Extension Board with 6 LEDs and 6 Buttons installed + OLED Display, MPU6050 3-axis Accelerometer and Gyroscope Module (valued at €40) Adafruit HUZZAH32 – ESP32 Feather MCU Board (valued at €30) ESP32 Cheap Yellow Display Board (valued at €25) DHT11 Humidity & Temperature Sensor Breadboard Jumper wires USB-C cable Access to the full course on the Elektor Academy Pro Learning Platform Instructional videos Downloadable Arduino project files for every module Learning Material (of this Box/Course) ▶  Click here to open Module 1 – Getting Started with the ESP32 & EEK Module 2 – Digital Output – LEDs and GPIO Module 3 – Switches and Input Handling Module 4 – EEK and PWM Module 5 – OLED and Display Output Module 6 – Motion Sensing with the MPU6050 Module 7 – Capstone Project (EEK in Action) Module 8 – WiFi and Web Control with ESP32 Module 9 – Cloud Concepts using EEK Module 10 – Hands-on: Arduino IoT Cloud and EEK Module 11 – BlueTooth and EEK GamePad Integration Module 12 – Why Drones? Module 13 – Drone Simulator Concepts Module 14 – Simple Drone Flight Control Module 15 – Real-Time Drone Flight Control Module 16 – Drone Control Mini-Projects Module 17 – Middleware and Python Scripting Module 18 – Python Applications for Drone Control Module 19 – Capstone EEK Control Project and Presentation About the Author Dr. Jim Solderitsch is an educator, software architect, systems developer, and cybersecurity researcher with a focus on cyber-physical systems. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in Computing Sciences at Villanova University in Pennsylvania. What is Elektor Academy Pro? Elektor Academy Pro delivers specialized learning solutions designed for professionals, engineering teams, and technical experts in the electronics and embedded systems industry. It enables individuals and organizations to expand their practical knowledge, enhance their skills, and stay ahead of the curve through high-quality resources and hands-on training tools. From real-world projects and expert-led courses to in-depth technical insights, Elektor empowers engineers to tackle today’s electronics and embedded systems challenges. Our educational offerings include Academy Books, Pro Boxes, Webinars, Conferences, and industry-focused B2B magazines – all created with professional development in mind. Whether you're an engineer, R&D specialist, or technical decision-maker, Elektor Academy Pro bridges the gap between theory and practice, helping you master emerging technologies and drive innovation within your organization.

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