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What is Arduino?

The Arduino platform provides open-source hardware and software that are user-friendly and widely used for hobby projects and rapid prototyping.

Open Source?

When Arduino is described as an open-source platform, it means that all hardware and software information is freely accessible and available for public use. Arduino provides complete design files for both hardware and software, allowing anyone to replicate, modify, or manufacture the hardware and share the software without needing a license. This open accessibility empowers users to adapt and expand on Arduino’s designs freely.

Why Arduino?

Arduino offers a diverse range of boards, each suited for various applications, along with a free, user-friendly IDE (Integrated Development Environment) available for download on their website. The software includes numerous libraries, and an even larger collection, developed by the global Arduino community, is accessible for free. These libraries provide prebuilt functions, allowing users to work with specific interfaces or modules without requiring in-depth technical or coding expertise.

This approach removes barriers for those without extensive coding knowledge, ensuring that anyone can bring their ideas to life. Additionally, Arduino provides expansion boards, known as shields, which can easily be added to extend functionality. Altogether, these features support fast, accessible, and straightforward development.

Arduino Boards

Arduino manufactures a broad selection of boards, each varying in size, microcontroller type, and processing power to suit diverse applications. Options include entry-level boards like the UNO, LEONARDO, and NANO; boards with advanced features like the MEGA, PRO, and ZERO; IoT-focused boards such as the YUN and TIAN; and wearable boards like the LILYPAD and GEMMA.

Users can choose the most suitable board based on their application needs and processing requirements. For more information about Arduino boards, click here.

Arduino IDE

The Arduino IDE is available as a free download on the official Arduino website. You can get the latest version for your operating system there.

Alternatively, an online version of the IDE is also available. To access the online IDE, you’ll need to create an account on the Arduino website. For more details on using the online IDE, click here.

The IDE simplifies code writing and uploading to Arduino boards, and it’s compatible with all Arduino board models.