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OBD2 Sensor DashboardOld Dials Sparked a Quest for Real Data
OBD2: Add a Rev Counter and Gear Shift Indicator to Your CarRetro, but Super Useful
LiDAR and Vision Sensors for Robotics
Sensor+Test 2025 and PCIM 2025
Contact-Free E-Field Measurements (1)A Vibrating Membrane for Assessing DC Voltages or Static Electric Fields
Wireless Mailbox NotifierFrom Optical Sensors to Radar, Exploring a Few Options
Elektor Mini-WheelieA Self-Balancing Robot
Solar CellsPeculiar Parts, the Series
Getting Started With a Modern Radar SensorIs an Accurate Measurement on Your Radar?
From Life’s ExperiencePaper Factory
CybersecurityTough Times for Hackers
Siglent Presents Next-Gen Multi-Channel OscilloscopesHigh-Performance Solutions for Modern Power and Embedded Systems
Bluetooth 6.0 Brings Enhanced Distance-Ranging ApplicationsNew Version Offers Improved Device Positioning and Location Services
Exploring Wireless Communication with BeagleY-AI
Err-lectronicsCorrections, Updates, and Readers’ Letters
Starting Out in Electronics……Concludes the Topic on Opamps
A Powerful AI Code AssistantSpeed Up Your Development with Continue and Visual Studio Code
Solar Charge Controller with MPPT (2)The Circuit
Ultrasonic Obstacle DetectorA Simple Project to Help Those with Impaired Vision
2025: An AI OdysseyMid-Year Review
Raspberry Pi Standalone MIDI Synthesizer (3)Making It Smarter and Adding a User Interface
Meshtastic: A Demo ProjectAn Intelligent Mesh of LoRa Radios
Analog Audio Frequency GeneratorHigh-Quality Adjustable Frequency Sine Wave Generator
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 with Arduino 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 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 examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications.
What Will You Learn?
Microcontroller programming in C/C++ with the STM32 using the Arduino 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
Debug programs using breakpoints and stepping through code
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: Arduino 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
Der Einstieg in die Elektronik ist einfacher, als Sie denken! Mit diesem Bundle – bestehend aus Buch und Experimentierkit – entdecken Sie die Grundlagen der Elektro- und Elektroniktechnik Schritt für Schritt. Anhand spannender Experimente lernen Sie praxisnah und verständlich, ganz ohne komplizierte Fachbegriffe oder langwierige Berechnungen. So sind Sie schon bald in der Lage, Ihre eigenen Elektronikprojekte umzusetzen!
Das Kit enthält alle notwendigen Komponenten, um die meisten im Buch beschriebenen Schaltungen direkt auf dem Steckbrett aufzubauen und praktisch zu erproben.
Das Kit kann selbstverständlich auch ohne das Buch zum Aufbau anderer Schaltkreise und zur Durchführung eigener Experimente verwendet werden.
Inhalt des Kits
1x 39 Ω, 1 W Widerstand
1x 47 Ω Widerstand
1x 180 Ω Widerstand
1x 330 Ω Widerstand
3x 1 kΩ Widerstand
1x 2,2 kΩ Widerstand
1x 3,9 kΩ Widerstand
1x 6,8 kΩ Widerstand
1x 10 kΩ Widerstand
1x 15 kΩ Widerstand
1x 22 kΩ Widerstand
1x 33 kΩ Widerstand
1x 47 kΩ Widerstand
1x 56 kΩ Widerstand
1x 82 kΩ Widerstand
1x 120 kΩ Widerstand
1x 680 kΩ Widerstand
2x 100 kΩ Widerstand
1x 10 kΩ Trimmer
1x 10 kΩ Linearpotentiometer
1x 100 kΩ Linearpotentiometer
1x LDR
1x 1 nF Keramikkondensator
2x 10 nF Keramikkondensator
1x 100 nF Keramikkondensator
1x 1 µF, 25 V Aluminium-Elektrolytkondensator
2x 10 µF, 25 V Aluminium-Elektrolytkondensator
1x 100 µF, 25 V Aluminium-Elektrolytkondensator
1x 470 µF, 25 V Aluminium-Elektrolytkondensator
1x 1000 µF, 25 V Aluminium-Elektrolytkondensator
1x RGB-LED, Common-Cathode (CC)
1x 1N4148 Kleinsignaldiode
1x 1N4733A 5,1 V, 1 W Zenerdiode
3x LED, rot
2x BC337 NPN-Transistor
1x IRFZ44N N-Kanal-MOSFET
2x NE555-Timer
1x LM393-Komparator
1x 74HCT08 Quad-AND-Gatter
3x Tastschalter
2x SPDT-Schalter
1x Relais, SPDT, 9 VDC
1x Aktiver Summer
1x Passiver Summer
50 cm Massivdraht, 16 AWG, ohne Mantel
2x PP3 9 V Batterieclip
1x Steckbrett
20x Überbrückungskabel
Dieses Bundle enthält:
Buch: Schnelleinstieg in die Elektronik (Einzelpreis: 45 €)
Kit: Schnelleinstieg in die Elektronik (Wert: 45 €)
This complete ESP32 microcontroller programming course features a textbook, a component kit, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online course with simulations. 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 ESP32
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 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 examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications.
What Will You Learn?
Microcontroller programming in MicroPython with the ESP32 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
ESP32 microcontroller board + USB cable
Book: Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
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
All Programming Courses (and differences in content)
Course
Arduino
Raspberry Pi Pico with Arduino C/C++
ESP32 with Arduino C/C++
Raspberry Pi Pico with MicroPython
ESP32 with MicroPython
Online Course
Access to Arduino Course
Access to Pico with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to Pico with MicroPython Course
Access to ESP32 with MicroPython Course
Board
Uno R3
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Book
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Kit
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
The Elektor Arduino Nano MCCAB Training Board contains all the components (incl. Arduino Nano) required for the exercises in the "Microcontrollers Hands-on Course for Arduino Starters", 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
1x Elektor Arduino Nano Training Board MCCAB
1x Arduino Nano
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tableau de bord OBD2Des cadrans anciens aux données en temps réel
OBD2 : ajoutez un compte-tours et un indicateur de changement de vitesse à votre voitureRétro, mais extrêmement utile
capteurs de vision et LiDAR pour la robotique
Sensor+Test 2025 et PCIM 2025
mesures sans contact du champ électrique (1)Membrane vibrante pour mesurer des tensions continues ou des champs électriques statiques
détecteur de courrier sans filCapteurs optiques, radars… quelques options à explorer
Elektor Mini-WheelieUn robot auto-équilibré
cellules solairesDrôles de composants, la série
premiers pas avec un capteur radar moderneUn capteur précis qui ne passe pas inaperçu
sur le vifUsine de papier
CybersécuritéDes temps difficiles pour les hackers
Infographie : IdO et capteurs
le Bluetooth 6.0 pour des applications de télémétrie amélioréesCette nouvelle version offre des fonctions de localisation améliorées
découvrez la communication sans fil avec BeagleY-AI
Projet 2.0Corrections, mises à jour et courrier des lecteurs
démarrer en électronique……Conclusion sur les ampli-op
un puissant assistant de codage de l'IAAccélérez votre développement avec Continue et Visual Studio Code
contrôleur de charge solaire avec MPPT (2)Le circuit
détecteur d'obstacles à ultrasonsUn projet simple pour aider les malvoyants
une odyssée de l'IABilan du premier semestre
synthétiseur MIDI autonome Raspberry Pi (3)plus intelligent avec une interface utilisateur
Meshtastic : un projet de démoUn réseau intelligent de noeuds LoRa
générateur analogique de fréquences audioGénérateur de signaux sinusoïdaux de haute qualité à fréquence réglable
Elektor GREEN en GOLD leden kunnen deze uitgave hier downloaden.
Nog geen lid? Klik hier om een lidmaatschap af te sluiten.
OBD2-sensordashboardOude meters vormden het startpunt van een zoektocht naar echte gegevens
OBD2: voeg een toerenteller en schakelindicator toe aan je autoRetro, maar uiterst nuttig
LiDAR- en Visiesensoren voor Robotica
Sensor+Test 2025 en PCIM 2025
Contactloze E-Veldmetingen (1)Een Trillende Membraan voor het Detecteren van Gelijkspanningen of Statische Elektrische Velden
Draadloze brievenbusmeldervan optische sensoren tot radar: enkele mogelijkheden
Elektor Mini-Wheelieeen zelfbalancerende robot
ZonnecellenVreemde onderdelen, de serie
Aan de slag met een moderne radarsensorStaat een nauwkeurige meting op uw radar?
Uit het leven gegrepenpapierfabriek
CybersecurityZware tijden voor hackers
Infographics: IoT en sensoren 2025
Bluetooth 6.0 brengt verbeterde toepassingen voor afstandsbepalingNieuwe versie biedt betere apparaatpositionerings- en -locatieservices
Draadloze communicatie verkennen met BeagleY-AI
Err-lectronicsCorrecties, updates en lezerspost
Alle begin......sluit het thema opamps af
Een krachtige AI-codeerassistentsneller ontwikkelen met Continue en Visual Studio Code
Zonne-laadregelaar met MPPT (2)Het schema
Ultrasone obstakeldetectoreen eenvoudig project om slechtzienden te helpen
2025: Een AI-odysseeHalfjaaroverzicht
Raspberry Pi Standalone MIDI-synthesizer (3)Het slimmer maken en een gebruikersinterface toevoegen
Meshtastic: een demonstratieprojectEen slim netwerk van LoRa-radio's
Analoge audio-frequentiegeneratorHoogwaardige sinusgenerator met instelbare frequentie
Build your own AI microcontroller applications from scratch
The MAX78000FTHR from Maxim Integrated is a small development board based on the MAX78000 MCU. The main usage of this board is in artificial intelligence applications (AI) which generally require large amounts of processing power and memory. It marries an Arm Cortex-M4 processor with a floating-point unit (FPU), convolutional neural network (CNN) accelerator, and RISC-V core into a single device. It is designed for ultra-low power consumption, making it ideal for many portable AI-based applications.
This book is project-based and aims to teach the basic features of the MAX78000FTHR. It demonstrates how it can be used in various classical and AI-based projects. Each project is described in detail and complete program listings are provided. Readers should be able to use the projects as they are, or modify them to suit their applications. This book covers the following features of the MAX78000FTHR microcontroller development board:
Onboard LEDs and buttons
External LEDs and buttons
Using analog-to-digital converters
I²C projects
SPI projects
UART projects
External interrupts and timer interrupts
Using the onboard microphone
Using the onboard camera
Convolutional Neural Network
PCBite is the complete solution handling your circuit board during the development phase. Powerful magnets together with a stainless base plate makes the system flexible, mobile and user friendly.
The holder can easily be repositioned to handle circuit boards of varying shape and sizes.
The probes are steady but yet flexible made for instant measurements or total hands-free operations together with your multimeter or prefered tool.
Included
4x PCBite holder
2x Banana to DuPont test wires red/black
2x SP10 probe with red/black probe head and pin tipped test needles
2x Extra crown tipped test needle
1x Set of yellow insulation washers
1x Large Baseplate (A4)
1x Microfiber cloth
Downloads
User Guide
Build your own AI microcontroller applications from scratch
The MAX78000FTHR from Maxim Integrated is a small development board based on the MAX78000 MCU. The main usage of this board is in artificial intelligence applications (AI) which generally require large amounts of processing power and memory. It marries an Arm Cortex-M4 processor with a floating-point unit (FPU), convolutional neural network (CNN) accelerator, and RISC-V core into a single device. It is designed for ultra-low power consumption, making it ideal for many portable AI-based applications.
This book is project-based and aims to teach the basic features of the MAX78000FTHR. It demonstrates how it can be used in various classical and AI-based projects. Each project is described in detail and complete program listings are provided. Readers should be able to use the projects as they are, or modify them to suit their applications. This book covers the following features of the MAX78000FTHR microcontroller development board:
Onboard LEDs and buttons
External LEDs and buttons
Using analog-to-digital converters
I²C projects
SPI projects
UART projects
External interrupts and timer interrupts
Using the onboard microphone
Using the onboard camera
Convolutional Neural Network
The Elektor Zener Diode Tester is essentially a constant-current source that can be switched in steps from 1 to 50 mA. It can be used to test Z-diodes up to a maximum of 54 V. Thanks to a 60-V step-up converter, the device can be powered by the usual 5 to 12 V.
The principle of this tester is straightforward. A Z-diode or other DUT (device under test, such as an LED) is biased by an adjustable current source. The voltage across the DUT can be measured with a multimeter. The voltage of most (small) Z-diodes is specified at a current of 5 mA. Depending on the application, the voltage at other currents can also be of interest. That is why six current settings are available: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 mA. LEDs are often specified at a current of 20 mA.
What can be tested is:
Whether a Z-diode is defective (short circuit or high impedance).
Whether a Z-diode exhibits the correct Z-voltage.
How a Z-voltage changes with different currents.
What exact voltage is present at an integrated voltage reference.
Whether LEDs in a series chain differ in brightness (hence the 20 mA current).
What the current gain is for different base currents in (power) transistors.
The kit contains all parts listed in the bill of materials including PCB and enclosure.
Specifications
Supply voltage
5…12 V/2 A (USB-C)
Supply current (Itest = 50 mA)
1.1 A @ 5 V / 412 mA @ 12 V
Selectable currents
1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 mA
Max. test voltage
>54 V @ Itest ≥1 mA
Max. output voltage
60 V @ Itest = 0 mA
Voltage limit at 5 V
4.5 V @ Itest = 1 mA / 5.18 V @ Itest = 50 mA
Enclosure dimensions
110 x 82 x 44 mm
PCB size
105.4 x 67.3 mm
Connections
4 mm banana sockets for multimeter
2 mm banana sockets for test clips
USB-C socket for power supply
Included
Resistors
R1 = 3.3 kΩ, 600 mW, 1%
R2 = 0.15 Ω, 1 W, 5%, LS 12.7 mm, ø 3.5 mm
R3, R8 = 180 Ω, 600 mW, 1%
R4, R6, R16 = 1 kΩ, 600 mW, 1%
R5, R19 = 47 kΩ, 600 mW, 1%
R7 = 3.9 kΩ, 1 W, 5%, LS 12.7 mm, ø 3.5 mm
R9, R10, R12 = 10 kΩ, 600 mW, 1%
R11, R13 = 100 Ω, 600 mW 1%
R14 = 249 Ω, 600 mW, 1%
R15 = 499 Ω, 600 mW, 1%
R17 = 2.49 kΩ, 250 mW, 1%
R18 = 4.99 kΩ, 250 mW, 1%
Capacitors
C1 = 470 uF / 35 V, 20%, Ir = 1.86 A, ø 12.5 mm, LS 5 mm, ESR = 0.038 Ω (Panasonic EEUTP1V471)
C2 = 1 uF / 100 V, 10%, X7R, LS 5 mm
C3 = 2.2 nF / 50 V, 10%, X7R, LS 5 mm
C4, C7 = 100 nF / 100 V, 10%, X7R, LS 5 mm
C5 = 100 uF / 100 V, 20%, ø 14 mm max., LS 5 mm
C6 = 1 nF / 100 V, 10%, X7R, LS 5 mm
Inductor
L1 = 100 uH, Irms = 2.4 A, Isat = 3.5 A, 0.09 Ω, radial, pitch 2.5/5/10 mm, ø 14 mm max. (Kemet SBC8-101-242)
Semiconductors
D1 = MUR120G, DO-41
D2, D4 = STPS3150RL, DO-201AD
D3 = Z-diode, 18 V, 1.3 W (BZX85C18)
D5 = Z-diode, 5.1 V, 0.5 W (1N5231B)
LED1 = LED in pushbutton S1
LED2 = LED, green, 3 mm
IC1 = MC34063, DIP-8
IC2 = LM4040BIZ-5.0/NOPB, TO-92 (TO-226AA-3)
IC3 = TL051CP, DIP-8
T1 = BC327.25, TO-92
T2 = STP40NF10L, TO-220
T3 = IRF9510PBF, TO-220
T4 = 2N7000, TO-92
Others
K1, K2, S1, S3 = 2-way screw terminal block, LS 3.5 mm, max. 1.5 mm²
connected to K1 = USB-C socket, 30 V/3 A, chassis mounted, wired, 9 x 16 mm
connected to K2 = Banana Connector, 2 mm, Socket, 60 VDC, Panel Mount, red (Multicomp 24.102.1)
connected to K2 = Banana Connector, 2 mm, Socket, 60 VDC, Panel Mount, black (Multicomp 24.102.2)
Test clip, red, 30 VAC/60 VDC (Hirschmann 931467101)
Test clip, black, 30 VAC/60 VDC (Hirschmann 931467100)
S1 = Pushbutton, panel mount, SPST-NO, 30 DC/100 mA, with red LED
S2 = Rotary Switch, 6 position, 2 pole, 30°, 250 V/150 mA
S3 = Toggle switch, panel mount, SPDT, solder lugs, 28 VDC
T2, T3 = Heat sink, 15°C/W, FK 214 SA-CB
Enclosure Hammond 1591XXSSBK, ABS, 110 x 82 x 44 mm
Knob for S2, round shaft 6 mm, ø 21 mm, with indicator line (Multicomp CP-LB21-6-6D)
4 x Self-tapping screw #4-1/4", carbon steel, pan head
Banana plug, red, 2 mm, 60 VDC (Multicomp 25.205.1)
Banana plug, black, 2 mm, 60 VDC (Multicomp 25.205.2)
Banana socket, black 4 mm, panel mount
Banana socket, red 4 mm, panel mount
for LED1, LED2 = Pin header, 1 x 2, vertical, pitch 2.54 mm
for LED1, LED2 = Pin socket, 1 x 2, vertical, pitch 2.54 mm
for T2, T3 = M3 screw, 10 mm, steel, pan head
2 x M3 washer, plain, steel
4 x M3 nut
for IC1, IC3 = DIP-8 socket
Wire, black, 0.25 mm² (24 AWG), stranded 14 x 0.15 mm, 1 m
Wire, red, 0.25 mm² (24 AWG), stranded 14 x 0.15 mm, 1 m
PCB 250772-1 v1.1
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This complete Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller programming course features a textbook, a component kit, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online course with simulations. 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 Raspberry Pi Pico
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 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 examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications.
What Will You Learn?
Microcontroller programming in MicroPython with the Raspberry Pi Pico 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
Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller board + USB cable
Book: Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
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
All Programming Courses (and differences in content)
Course
Arduino
Raspberry Pi Pico with Arduino C/C++
ESP32 with Arduino C/C++
Raspberry Pi Pico with MicroPython
ESP32 with MicroPython
Online Course
Access to Arduino Course
Access to Pico with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to Pico with MicroPython Course
Access to ESP32 with MicroPython Course
Board
Uno R3
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Book
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Kit
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box