{"product_id":"arduino-projects-for-dummies-isbn-9781118551479","title":"Arduino Projects For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover all the amazing things you can do with Arduino\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArduino is a programmable circuit board that is being used by everyone from scientists, programmers, and hardware hackers to artists, designers, hobbyists, and engineers in order to add interactivity to objects and projects and experiment with programming and electronics. This easy-to-understand book is an ideal place to start if you are interested in learning more about Arduino's vast capabilities. Featuring an array of cool projects, this Arduino beginner guide walks you through every step of each of the featured projects so that you can acquire a clear understanding of the different aspects of the Arduino board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduces Arduino basics to provide you with a solid foundation of understanding before you tackle your first project\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures a variety of fun projects that show you how to do everything from automating your garden's watering system to constructing a keypad entry system, installing a tweeting cat flap, building a robot car, and much more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides an easy, hands-on approach to learning more about electronics, programming, and interaction design for Makers of all ages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArduino Projects For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is your guide to turning everyday electronics and plain old projects into incredible innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet Connected!\u003c\/b\u003e To find out more about Brock Craft and his recent Arduino creations, visit \u003cb\u003ewww.facebook.com\/ArduinoProjectsForDummies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Getting Started with Arduino Projects 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Exploring the World of Arduino 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Setting Up Your Workspace and Tools 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Understanding the Basics 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Basic Arduino Projects 63\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: The All-Seeing Eye 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Making a Light Pet 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Making a Scrolling Sign 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Building an Arduino Clock 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: The Interactive Home and Garden 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Building a Keypad Entry System 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Building an RFID Tag Reader 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Building an Automated Garden 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Building a Tweeting Pet Door 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Building a Home Sensing Station 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Advanced Arduino Projects 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Building a GPS Data Logger 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Building a Remote-Controlled Car 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Building an LED Cube 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: The Part of Tens 349\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ten Great Arduino Resources 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Troubleshooting Tips 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 369\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrock Craft\u003c\/b\u003e is a Lecturer in Physical Computing at Goldsmiths, University of London in the Department of Computing. 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