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Arduino Getting Started Guide for Beginners
Table of Contents What Is Arduino? Arduino is an open source electronics platform used to create interactive projects using simple hardware and code. It is commonly used by beginners to...
What is VL53L0X Time-of-Flight Distance Sensor - Advanced guide
Table of Contents The VL53L0X is a precise time-of-flight (ToF) distance sensor that measures distance using lasers. The VL53L0X measures distance directly via the time it takes infrared light pulses...
How to Use a 16x2 LCD: Complete Tutorial
Table of Contents The 16X2 LCD display, also commonly known as the 1602 LCD, is one of the most widely used screens in electronics projects and embedded systems. This exact...
Arduino, ESP32, & Raspberry Pi Pinout Reference for I2C, SPI, and UART
Table of Contents Microcontroller boards can communicate with a wide variety of sensors using several standard protocols. This guide serves as a practical resource for quickly referencing the pin connections...
Best Arduino Digital Temperature Sensors - DHT11 vs DHT22 vs BME280 vs DS18B20
Table of Contents Digital temperature sensors are a great way to test and monitor your environment, whether that is experimenting with cooling solutions, monitoring indoor conditions, or creating a DIY...
Beginner's Guide to the CC1101 RF Transceiver Module
Table of Contents The CC1101 Wireless RF Transceiver is a wireless transceiver designed for low power wireless applications, capable of reliable transmissions both short and long range. In this guide,...
LED Blink Guide for Arduino - Beginner Friendly
Table of Contents Everyone’s experience with microcontrollers has to start from somewhere, which is why we’ve created this guide to help you write and test your first program, in the...
W1209 Setup Instruction Guide: Settings, Uses, and Applications
Table of Contents The W1209 digital temperature board is a simple controller widely used in hobbyist and small DIY projects, often for regulating temperatures in heating or cooling applications. This...
HW-585 PWM Fan Speed Controller Setup Guide
Table of Contents The HW-585 PWM Fan Speed Controller offers an affordable and efficient solution for managing PC cooling fans. Designed for 4-wire PWM fans, this compact module uses a...
Introducing the Raspberry Pi Radio Module 2 (RM2)
Table of Contents Introducing the Raspberry Pi Radio Module 2 (RM2): A New Way to Add Wireless Connectivity Raspberry Pi has just released a brand new product that is set...
Detailed Guide to ESP32: Exploring Popular Models, Features, and Applications
Table of Contents Introduction to ESP32 The ESP32, developed by Espressif Systems, is a powerful, low-cost microcontroller with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. It has become a cornerstone in IoT...
How to Use a ON / OFF Infinite Loop Relay
Table of Contents This relay module automates on/off switching of electrical devices with adjustable delay times. It supports single-delay (ON/OFF) and cyclic delay modes, making it ideal for applications like...

Space Dodger - Survival Game for RP2350 / Raspberry Pi Pico
Table of Contents At Zaitronics, we've recently built an upgraded version of a Raspberry Pi Pico 2, called Nexus RP2350 LiPo, with the intension of being a drop in replacement...
Raspberry Pi E-Paper Alarm Clock
This is a DIY sunrise alarm clock built around a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W, a Waveshare e-paper display, and a Shelly Duo RGBW light bulb. It shows the time...
Touch-Responsive Drawing Project Using 2.8" 240×320 TFT Display & ESP32
Table of Contents This guide will help you build a touch-responsive drawing tool using an ESP32 and a 2.8" TFT touchscreen display. You'll learn how to set up the hardware,...
Using ESP32 Communication for a Multiplayer Pong Game Using WiFi (UDP)
Table of Contents Introduction This guide will walk you through creating a multiplayer Pong game using two ESP32 boards. The boards communicate over Wi-Fi using UDP, chosen for its low...
How to Build and Play JumpMan: A Fun Arduino LCD Game with I2C Interface
Table of Contents Welcome to JumpMan! This guide will help you set up, understand, and play the game. JumpMan is a simple and fun game where you control a running...
Building an Arduino Temperature Monitor with DHT22 and 0.96" OLED Display
Table of Contents This project shows how to build a simple Arduino temperature and humidity monitor using a DHT22 sensor and a 0.96 inch SSD1306 OLED display. The Arduino reads...