Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This video is part of my “KiCad Like a Pro, 4th edition” course, updated for KiCad 8! In this session, I’m excited to show you the final result: the manufactured PCB. After a couple of weeks, I received the PCB in the mail, and I’ll walk you through its key characteristics and features.
We’ll take a close look at the copper tracks, the combination of surface-mounted and through-hole components, the single mounting hole, and the silkscreen markings on both sides of the PCB. I’ll also share some close-up photos so you can see the details of the design and manufacturing quality.
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Don’t forget to check out the full course here and grab a 15% discount with the coupon code “YOUTUBE15.” This discount is also valid for the “KiCad Like a Pro” eBook, which I’ve completely re-written for KiCad 8.
Learn more at techexplorations.com/so/kicad-like-a-pro-4th-edition
This video is part of my “KiCad Like a Pro, 4th edition” course, updated for KiCad 8! In this session, I’m excited to show you the final result: the manufactured PCB. After a couple of weeks, I received the PCB in the mail, and I’ll walk you through its key characteristics and features.
We’ll take a close look at the copper tracks, the combination of surface-mounted and through-hole components, the single mounting hole, and the silkscreen markings on both sides of the PCB. I’ll also share some close-up photos so you can see the details of the design and manufacturing quality.
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Don’t forget to check out the full course here and grab a 15% discount with the coupon code “YOUTUBE15.” This discount is also valid for the “KiCad Like a Pro” eBook, which I’ve completely re-written for KiCad 8.
Learn more at techexplorations.com/so/kicad-like-a-pro-4th-edition
![[060] Arduino Getting Started: Your first sketch](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gEwMEvUPAco/mqdefault.jpg "[060] Arduino Getting Started: Your first sketch
This video series teaches how to write your first Arduino program using the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE). In this video, well cover the setup and loop functions essential for every Arduino project and show you how to make an LED blink—a simple yet exciting project for starters
This series is possible thanks to the kind support of Sunfounder, an online store that sells high-quality hardware and kits for Makers. Visit Sunfounder at https://sunfounder.com.
In this series, I use the SunFounder 3 1 Ultimate Starter Kit with Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima, including high-quality sensors, actuators, power supplies, and Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima for diverse projects and skill-building. Get it (affiliate link): https://www.sunfounder.com/collections/arduino-kits/products/sunfounder-3-in-1-ultimate-starter-kit-with-original-arduino-uno-r4-minima?ref=bXS65iah
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 00:06] Welcome and introduction to Arduino programming
[00:06 - 00:17] Getting started with the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
[00:17 - 00:23] Reminder to install the Arduino IDE
[00:23 - 00:36] Introduction to the basic structure of an Arduino sketch
[00:36 - 00:51] Explanation of the setup function
[00:51 - 01:01] Overview of the loop function and its importance
[01:01 - 01:17] Practical example: making an LED blink
[01:17 - 01:25] Additional tips for using external LEDs
[01:25 - 01:35] Step-by-step guide to writing the blink program
[01:35 - 01:53] Detailed walkthrough of the setup commands
[01:53 - 02:44] Loop function in action: controlling the LEDs state
[02:44 - 03:02] Completing and uploading your first Arduino sketch
[03:02 - 03:19] Preview of upcoming content and final thoughts")
![[180] Arduino Getting Started: Analog Light Sensor](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gtBYNKP9lac/mqdefault.jpg "[180] Arduino Getting Started: Analog Light Sensor
In this tutorial, we demonstrate using a photoresistor to measure light intensity with an Arduino. We cover the circuit setup and the code required to read the light levels and control an LED based on the readings.
This series is possible thanks to the kind support of Sunfounder, an online store that sells high-quality hardware and kits for Makers. Visit Sunfounder at https://sunfounder.com.
In this series, I use the SunFounder 3 in 1 Ultimate Starter Kit with Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima, including high-quality sensors, actuators, power supplies, and Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima for diverse projects and skill-building. Get it (affiliate link): https://www.sunfounder.com/collections/arduino-kits/products/sunfounder-3-in-1-ultimate-starter-kit-with-original-arduino-uno-r4-minima?ref=bXS65iah
⏰ Timestamps
00:00 - 00:22: Connecting Power and Ground 🔌
00:22 - 00:41: Setting Up the Voltage Divider 🛠️
00:41 - 00:58: Understanding the Voltage Divider 📊
00:58 - 01:18: Reading Analog Values 📟
01:18 - 01:30: Writing the Program 💻
01:30 - 01:43: Code Explanation 🔍
01:43 - 01:56: Initializing Pins and Serial Communication 🔧
01:56 - 02:09: Reading and Printing Light Levels 🖨️
02:09 - 02:14: Adding a Delay ⏳
02:14 - 02:28: Testing the Circuit ⚙️
02:28 - 02:34: Observing the Serial Monitor 👀
02:34 - 02:45: Voltage Divider Explanation 🔋
02:45 - 02:55: Applications of Voltage Dividers 🌐
02:55 - 03:07: Conclusion 🏁
03:07 - 03:12: Invitation to Subscribe 📢
📚 Main Learning Objectives
Understand how to connect a photoresistor and resistor to create a voltage divider.
Learn to read analog values from a photoresistor using analogRead.
Convert analog voltage to digital values representing light intensity.
Control an LED based on light intensity readings.
Print light intensity values to the serial monitor for debugging.
Apply the concept of voltage dividers to various analog sensors.
📢 Invitation to Subscribe
If you found this tutorial helpful, please give it a thumbs up 👍 and subscribe to our channel for more Arduino tutorials. Your support motivates us to keep crafting content that fuels your maker journey. Feel free to share what youd like to see next in the comments below. Keep exploring, and well see you in the next video. 🚀")
![[190] Arduino Getting Started: DHT11 Digital Environment Sensor](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gxfpZrALjrg/mqdefault.jpg "[190] Arduino Getting Started: DHT11 Digital Environment Sensor
In this tutorial, we demonstrate how to use the DHT11 sensor to measure temperature and humidity with an Arduino. We cover the setup and the code required to read and display the sensors data.
This series is possible thanks to the kind support of Sunfounder, an online store that sells high-quality hardware and kits for Makers. Visit Sunfounder at https://sunfounder.com.
In this series, I use the SunFounder 3 in 1 Ultimate Starter Kit with Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima, including high-quality sensors, actuators, power supplies, and Original Arduino Uno R4 Minima for diverse projects and skill-building. Get it (affiliate link): https://www.sunfounder.com/collections/arduino-kits/products/sunfounder-3-in-1-ultimate-starter-kit-with-original-arduino-uno-r4-minima?ref=bXS65iah
⏰ Timestamps
00:00 - 00:07: Specifying DHT Sensor Type 📑
00:07 - 00:21: Creating DHT Object 🛠️
00:21 - 00:26: Initializing Setup Function ⚙️
00:26 - 00:40: Starting Serial Communication 📡
00:40 - 00:46: Initializing DHT Sensor 🔄
00:46 - 01:04: Loop Function and Delay ⏳
01:04 - 01:17: Reading Humidity 🌫️
01:17 - 01:30: Reading Temperature 🌡️
01:30 - 01:43: Handling Reading Failures ❌
01:43 - 01:55: Printing Sensor Data 🖨️
01:55 - 02:14: LED Indication 💡
02:14 - 02:32: Testing the Circuit ⚙️
02:32 - 02:43: Summary of Learnings 📚
02:43 - 02:54: Invitation to Subscribe 📢
📚 Main Learning Objectives
Understand how to specify and initialize a DHT sensor.
Learn to read humidity and temperature values from the DHT11 sensor.
Handle reading failures and print error messages.
Use serial communication to display sensor data on a serial monitor.
Implement visual indication using an LED.
Install libraries to streamline your code and speed up prototyping.
📢 Invitation to Subscribe
If you found this tutorial helpful, please give it a thumbs up 👍 and subscribe to our channel for more Arduino tutorials. Your support motivates us to keep crafting content that fuels your maker journey. Hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated with our latest tutorials. Happy making! 🚀")
