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LumiDrive Hookup Guide

By SparkFun Electronics

LumiDrive is SparkFun's foray into all things Python on microcontrollers. Leveraging Adafruit's Circuit Python, we have created a product made for driving a strand of APA102's.

PROJECT

AI-Powered Waste Segregation with Arduino UNO Q

By Rinme Tom

Build an automatic waste segregation system using Arduino UNO Q, Edge Impulse & a servo motor. Sorts Paper, Plastic & Cardboard, full circuit & code inside.

PROJECT

ESP32-CAM WhatsApp Image Alert System

By Rinme Tom

Learn how to build an ESP32-CAM WhatsApp system that captures and sends images in seconds using CircuitDigest Cloud API. No GSM needed

PROJECT

Arduino DC Motor Running for a Specific Time

By Ron Cutts

Learn how to make an Arduino-controlled DC motor run for a specific duration and restart it with a pushbutton, all designed in Visuino.

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Donald Bell Maker Update: Making Friends

By Maker.io Staff

This week on Maker Update, a plasma-brained pet robot, keeping cool with cryogenics, a miniature recreation of Terminator 2, and hosting your own software to cut the cord on big tech.

PROJECT

Icebridge Nightlight Featuring our USB LED Strip with Light Sensor

By Kitronik Maker

Kev shows you how to create a fun night light diorama using the Kitronik Value Acrylic Glass Look 3mm x 600mm x 400mm sheets and our USB LED Strip.

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Weather Station Using DHT11 Sensor & M5Stack Core ESP32

By Ron Cutts

Learn to create a basic weather station: connect DHT11 to M5Stack Core ESP32, program via Visuino, and display temperature/humidity data. Step-by-step guide.

TUTORIAL

How To Use Variable Scopes to Write Cleaner, Bug-Free Arduino Code

By Maker.io Staff

Explore variable scope concepts in Arduino, including shadowing, static variables, and best practices for cleaner embedded applications.

PROJECT

Build a DIY Whole-Home Energy Monitor with ESPHome and Home Assistant

By Zach Hipps

Monitor real-time electricity usage across multiple circuits with stackable sensor boards and Home Assistant integration.

PROJECT

How to Use MCP4725 12 Bit Digital to Analog Converter Using Arduino

By Ron Cutts

Step‑by‑step guide on using the MCP4725 DAC with an Arduino UNO and Visuino to generate waveforms. Includes wiring, code snippets, and video demo.

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