Practical Electronics: Components and Techniques
John M. Hughes (Author)
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Hardware & DIY
Discover all the amazing things you can do with Arduino
Arduino 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.
Arduino Projects For Dummies is your guide to turning everyday electronics and plain old projects into incredible innovations.
Make the most of Arduino's incredible capabilities with this great guide
A hardware development platform built around an open-source, programmable circuit board, Arduino offers a simple way to build interactive robots or electronic devices, or add interactivity to existing devices. And whether you're a programmer, designer, hacker, engineer, or serious tinkerer, Arduino For Dummies is the perfect place to start. This book offers all the info you need on Arduino--as well as on electronics, programming, prototyping, and soldering--to jump right in. Read this book and get cracking in the fun and fascinating world of creative hardware hacking.
It's hardware, it's software, it's fun! Start building the next cool gizmo with Arduino and Arduino For Dummies.
Who needs an electrical engineering degree? This intuitive guide shows how to wire, disassemble, tweak, and re-purpose everyday devices quickly and easily. Packed with full-color illustrations, photos, and diagrams, Hacking Electronics teaches by doing--each topic features fun, easy-to-follow projects. Discover how to hack sensors, accelerometers, remote controllers, ultrasonic rangefinders, motors, stereo equipment, microphones, and FM transmitters. The final chapter contains useful information on getting the most out of cheap or free bench and software tools.
The all-time bestselling PC reference, fully updated for the newest technologies!
Previous editions of this fun and friendly PC guide have sold more than three million copies, making it the bestselling PC reference in the world. Dan Gookin, the author whose straightforward and entertaining style is the foundation of the For Dummies series, gives you the same easy-to-follow guidance in this edition, fully updated for Windows 8, using the cloud, and all the newest PC bells and whistles. It's perfect for the absolute beginner as well as for anyone switching to the latest hardware and software.
PCs For Dummies, 12th Edition is the jargon-free, easy-to-use guide to everything you need to know about your PC.
Are you a Kindle Paperwhite owner who wants to figure out all of the features, tips and ways to get the most out of your E-reader? Do you struggle with the navigation functions or managing your books on the Paperwhite? This helpful new guide by bestselling Amazon eBook author Shelby Johnson will present comfortable and convenient descriptions of how to use Kindle Paperwhite with all its great features!
Inside this brand new Kindle Paperwhite user's guide, you'll find:
- How to navigate the Paperwhite and its menus.
- Screenshots to illustrate the various sections of your Paperwhite.
- Explanations of the various features the device has and how to use them.
- Tips and tricks to optimize the use of your device including how to create a backup on both the Amazon Cloud and your computer.
- Troubleshooting for common issues
- How to find free eBooks for your device
- What accessories to buy to keep your device looking and running great!
The Paperwhite is a great E-reader, but it can take some getting used to, just like any other new tech gadget. With this inexpensive and valuable how-to guide, you'll get more enjoyment from your Kindle E-reader and have an easy-to-use reference for your device! Whether you are a novice who wants tips for touching the screen to an advanced user who wants to know how to take a screenshot or make a backup, there will be helpful information in this easy-to-navigate guide for you!
"The steps are easy to follow...text is precise and understandable...uses very clear pictures and schematics to show what needs doing...Most importantly these projects are fun!"--Boing Boing
This wickedly inventive guide shows you how to program and build a variety of projects with the Arduino microcontroller development system. Covering Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms, 30 Arduino Projects for the Evil Genius gets you up to speed with the simplified C programming you need to know--no prior programming experience necessary.
Using easy-to-find components and equipment, this do-it-yourself book explains how to attach an Arduino board to your computer, program it, and connect electronics to it to create fiendishly fun projects. The only limit is your imagination!
30 Arduino Projects for the Evil Genius:
Build these and other devious devices:
Each fun, inexpensive Evil Genius project includes a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions for easy assembly. The larger workbook-style layout and convenient two-column format make following the step-by-step instructions a breeze.
In December 2011, Arduino 1.0 was released. This changed a few things that have caused the sketches for Projects 10, 27, and 28 in this book to break. To fix this, you will need to get the latest versions of the Keypad and IRRemote libraries.
Make Great Stuff!
TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists.
Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, the new edition of this trusted resource offers complete, up-to-date coverage of CompTIA A+ exams 220-801 and 220-802. You’ll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Prepare for the exams with confidence! McGraw-Hill is a Gold-Level CompTIA Authorized Partner offering Authorized CompTIA Approved Quality Content to give you the competitive edge on exam day. This comprehensive guide also serves as an essential on-the-job reference after certification.
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