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MagicMirror: Build Your Own Magic
At some point in my childhood, I was given an Arduino as a gift. At some point, however, I read about the Raspberry Pi and the further possibilities it would give me. One of my first and favorite projects was to build my own MagicMirrors. For me, this had something incredibly fascinating about it, and…
The Serial Monitor in the Arduino Software: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re new to the world of Arduino programming, you’ve probably heard of the Serial Monitor. But what is it exactly, and why is it so important? In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of the Serial Monitor and show you how to use it in your own projects. If you want to…
Arduino Basics: First Practical Example — The Blinking LED
After getting an initial overview of an Arduino in the last article, we now move on to the first practical example. A famous example project is an LED blinking light, which helps to understand the basics of Arduino programming and wiring. To do the project you will need the following: If you plan to learn…
Arduino Basics: An Introduction to Programming and Use — The Theory
If you’re interested in the world of electronics and programming, the Arduino is a great open-source platform that allows you to build interactive electronic systems. But where should you start? This article will give you a comprehensive introduction to the basics of Arduino programming and use, so you can get started yourself. What is an Arduino?…
Extension of fully automatic watering with DHT22 temperature and humidity measurements and current data retrieval via mobile phone
In the last article, we built a fully automatic watering system with an Arduino, a capacitive soil sensor, a relay, and a water pump. Plants require not only the right amount of water but also an optimal environment with the correct temperature and humidity levels to grow healthy and strong. In this advanced tutorial, I…