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How To Use Arduino IDE Compiler Macros

By Maker.io Staff

Macros allow toggling of debug logs, platform features, and memory optimizations. They also provide cleaner logs with automatic line numbers and function names.

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Control LED Via Phone App – Arduino ESP32 Home Automation Using Matter

By Ron Cutts

In this easy Visuino tutorial, you’ll learn how to use the Matter protocol to control an LED on your Arduino Nano ESP32 directly from your smartphone — creating a simple and powerful smart home automation setup.

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Arduino Water Level Display – Real-Time Level on I2C LCD

By Ron Cutts

In this Visuino project, you’ll learn how to easily measure and display water levels using a water level sensor and an I2C LCD — all without writing a single line of code!

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Set Temperature, Actuator Responds – Arduino LCD Shows Live Temp & Statu

By Ron Cutts

In this Visuino project, you will learn how to control a linear actuator automatically based on temperature (or humidity) readings using a DHT11 sensor, an I2C LCD display, and an L298N DC Motor Driver.

Ramon Rodriguez

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Synchronized NeoPixel Shoelaces with WLED

By Adafruit Industries

Mod your boots to glow and animate -- and sync!

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Arduino Smart Lights Modulino Kit Cloud Connected Parking Sensor

By Travis Foss

Learn how to create your own garage-parking sensor with the Arduino Plug & Make Modulino kit, distance sensor, and LED pixels synced to a cloud dashboard.

Rose Destor

Skills: Python

Interests: 3D Printer Robotics

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TUTORIAL

Random Number Generation in Arduino and Embedded Designs

By Maker.io Staff

Not all random values are equal. Explore the difference between pseudo-random generators and true hardware randomness in embedded projects.

Jeff Whaley

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Interests: 3D Printing CAD

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How to Make a Digital Clock on a Vintage B&W TV using Arduino

By Mirko Pavleski

This project successfully transforms a vintage TV into a functional and stylish retro clock.

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SparkFun Environmental Sensor Breakout - BME68x (Qwiic) Hookup Guide

By SparkFun Electronics

The SparkFun Environmental Sensor - BME680 (Qwiic) is a breakout for the 4-in-1 BME680 gas sensor from Bosch. The BME680 combines a gas sensor with temperature, humidity and barometric pressure sensing for a complete environmental sensor in a single package.