As we work on projects we’re frequently upgrading our tools. That basic soldering iron gives way to one with temperature control. The introductory 3D printer yields to one faster and more capable. One ...

The readability of your code can make the difference between your project being a joy to work on, or an absolute headache. This goes double when collaborating with others. Having easily parsed code ...

Diving into the world of DIY electronics can be quite daunting and overwhelming. There's the matter of picking the right components to use, learning the hand tools, and understanding the software.

A basic Arduino board adds creativity, flexibility, and interactivity to your home lab. It costs little but opens countless ...

Messing around with Arduino can lead to some fun projects — like simple electronic games, lighting or audio manipulation, or even gesture controls for other devices. However, you'll need the right ...

I’m not a fan of educational toys. They’re usually either too educational or too toy-like and, in the end, kids get little education and little fun. The Code Kit from LittleBits has changed my mind.

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The $87 Plug and Make Kit includes an Arduino microcomputer, electronic components, and tutorials for building ...

In this project, we create a joystick-controlled laser by connecting two servos to a joystick and using this setup as a pan-and-tilt controller for a laser pointer. The following is excerpted from the ...

For $30, Intel’s Arduino 101 board provides an easy path for makers to build a wearable computer, a mini-robot or a smart appliance for the home. The tiny board, which went on sale this week, fits in ...

AUSTIN, Texas & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arduino, the open-source hardware pioneer with 32 million active developers worldwide, today announced its schedule of events for Sensors Converge, the ...