Getting Started with Arduino
IDE
IDE is stand for Integrated Development Environment
Used to write and upload programs to Arduino.
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Features:
•Write Code
•Upload to Arduino
•Monitor output
Installing the Arduino IDE
First, download the Arduino IDE from the official Arduino website.
Next, follow the installation instructions for your operating system.
1 Download 2 Install
Get the latest version Follow the prompts for
from arduino.cc your OS.
3 Launch
Open the IDE after installation.
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Installing Arduino IDE
Step 1 : Visit arduino.cc
Step 2 : Download IDE for your system
Step 3 : Install it
Step 4 : Connect your Arduino with USB
Step 5 : Open and run the Blink examle
Arduino Programming Basics
Arduino programs are structured around two essential functions:
setup(): This function runs once at the beginning. It is used to
initialize variables, pin modes, and start libraries.
loop(): This function runs continuously. The main program code goes here.
Setup()
Initialization
Loop()
Main Program
Digital vs. Analog I/O
Digital I/O handles discrete values: HIGH or LOW (1 or 0).
Analog I/O reads a range of values, typically 0-1023.
Digital Analog
On/Off signals. Variable voltage.
Blinking an LED
The classic "Hello, World!" of Arduino is blinking an LED.
This example demonstrates digital output control.
Code:
void setup() {
pinMode(13, OUTPUT);
}
void loop() {
digitalWrite(13, HIGH);
delay(1000);
digitalWrite(13, LOW);
delay(1000);
}
Circuit Diagram of LED Blinking
What is a Sensor?
A sensor detects and measures physical quantities.
Common examples include light, temperature, and motion sensors.
Output
1
2 Process
3 Input
Using Sensors with Arduino
Sensors connect to Arduino to provide data about the environment.
Arduino reads this data to make decisions and control outputs.
Sense
Read sensor values.
Process
Analyze the data.
Act
Control outputs.
Common Sensor Code
Example
Here's a basic example of reading sensor data.
Replace sensorPin with the actual pin number.
LDR
int sensorValue = analogRead(sensorPin);
DHT11
float temperature = dht.readTemperature();
Mini Project – Auto Light System
Build an automatic light system using an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor).
The light turns on when it gets dark.
Night
LDR senses darkness.
Day
LDR senses light.
Activate
Light turns on automatically.
Summary & Next Steps
You've learned to set up the Arduino IDE, program basic
functions, and use sensors.
Next, explore more advanced projects and sensors.
Experiment Learn
Try different sensors and Explore online tutorials
components. and resources.
Create
Build your own innovative projects.
