Learning Arduino Topics

🟒 Beginner Level – Foundations (Lessons 1–20)

Goal: Learn the basics of Arduino hardware, IDE, and programming structure.

  1. Introduction to Arduino and Microcontrollers
  2. Overview of Arduino Boards and IDE
  3. Installing Arduino IDE and USB Drivers
  4. Understanding the Arduino Board Layout and Pin Functions
  5. Your First Project: Blink LED
  6. Basics of Digital Input and Output
  7. Working with LEDs, Resistors, and Breadboards
  8. Understanding Variables and Data Types
  9. Using setup() and loop()
  10. Serial Communication and Serial Monitor
  11. Reading Digital Inputs (Buttons, Switches)
  12. Controlling Multiple LEDs and Outputs
  13. Timing with delay() and millis()
  14. Analog Inputs and Sensors (Potentiometer, LDR)
  15. Controlling Brightness with PWM (analogWrite())
  16. Conditional Logic (if, else if, else)
  17. Loops (for, while, do while)
  18. Using Arrays for Multiple Values
  19. Writing and Using Functions
  20. Debugging Basics and Troubleshooting

🟑 Intermediate Level – Building Functional Projects (Lessons 21–40)

Goal: Work with sensors, displays, and external devices.

  1. Using the Serial Plotter for Data Visualization
  2. Installing and Using Libraries
  3. I2C Devices: LCD, Sensors, EEPROM
  4. SPI Devices: Displays, SD Cards, Modules
  5. Ultrasonic Distance Sensors (HC-SR04)
  6. Temperature and Humidity Sensors (DHT11/DHT22)
  7. Real-Time Clock Modules (DS3231, DS1307)
  8. Data Logging to SD Cards
  9. Servo Motor Control
  10. DC Motor and Relay Control
  11. Stepper Motor Basics and Control
  12. Using External Interrupts
  13. Debouncing Buttons in Software
  14. Sensor Calibration and Scaling
  15. Serial Communication Between Two Arduinos
  16. Bluetooth Communication (HC-05/HC-06)
  17. WiFi Communication (ESP8266, ESP32)
  18. Building a Basic Arduino Web Server
  19. Data Logging and Monitoring
  20. Using OLED or TFT Displays with Adafruit GFX

🟠 Advanced Level – Embedded and IoT Systems (Lessons 41–70)

Goal: Learn advanced integration, performance, and IoT applications.

  1. Prototyping Shields and Custom Circuits
  2. Using External Power Supplies Safely
  3. Debugging and Optimization Techniques
  4. Introduction to C++ in Arduino (Functions, Classes, Structs)
  5. Low-Level AVR Register Programming
  6. Bitwise Operations and Direct Port Manipulation
  7. Custom Timer Configuration and PWM Control
  8. Watchdog Timer for Reliability
  9. EEPROM Management and Data Structuring
  10. Writing and Managing Custom Libraries
  11. Finite State Machines for Project Logic
  12. Cooperative Multitasking and Scheduling
  13. Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) Concepts
  14. Interfacing Advanced Sensors (IMU, GPS, LIDAR)
  15. Kalman Filters and Sensor Fusion
  16. High-Speed Communication Protocols (RS485, CAN, Modbus)
  17. Bootloaders and Firmware Updates (OTA)
  18. Energy Efficiency and Power Optimization
  19. Data Security (Encryption, AES, SSL)
  20. MQTT and IoT Cloud Integration (Blynk, Adafruit IO, AWS IoT)
  21. IoT Dashboards and Remote Control Apps
  22. Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW Data Interfaces
  23. Arduino + Raspberry Pi Serial/I2C Integration
  24. PLC and Industrial Modbus Integration
  25. PCB Design and Manufacturing (KiCad, EasyEDA)
  26. Building Custom Arduino-Compatible Boards
  27. Burning Bootloaders and Fuse Configuration
  28. Logic Analyzer and Oscilloscope Debugging
  29. Version Control with Git and GitHub
  30. Over-the-Air Updates for Wireless Boards

πŸ”΅ Expert Level – Professional & AI Applications (Lessons 71–100)

Goal: Master system design, embedded intelligence, and professional deployment.

  1. Machine Learning on Microcontrollers (TinyML, TensorFlow Lite)
  2. Edge AI (Gesture, Voice, Image Recognition)
  3. CAN Bus Networks for Robotics and Automotive Systems
  4. Multi-Arduino Network Systems and Communication Protocols
  5. Wireless Mesh Networking (LoRa, NRF24L01, ESP-NOW)
  6. Advanced PID Motion Control and Encoder Feedback
  7. Closed-Loop Servo Tuning and Stability
  8. Safety Systems and Fail-Safe Design
  9. EMC Compliance and Certification Basics
  10. Designing Arduino-Based Commercial Products
  11. Automated Testing for Embedded Projects
  12. Continuous Integration (CI/CD for Firmware)
  13. Hardware Debugging with Atmel-ICE or JTAG
  14. Mixed C/Assembly Programming for Performance
  15. Migrating Arduino Code to Native AVR or ARM IDEs
  16. Advanced Analog Signal Processing (FFT, Filters)
  17. Real-Time Sensor Data Visualization Dashboards
  18. Interfacing with OpenCV for Vision Systems
  19. Robotics System Integration (Motors, Sensors, Control)
  20. IoT Edge Gateways and Cloud Synchronization
  21. Cybersecurity for IoT Devices
  22. Using AI for Predictive Maintenance or Control
  23. Automation System Integration (SCADA Concepts)
  24. Custom Firmware Build Systems and Deployment
  25. Wireless Protocol Design and Optimization
  26. Advanced Power Management (Battery Systems, Solar)
  27. Multi-Core Programming on ESP32
  28. Designing Modular Robotic or Smart Home Systems
  29. Final Capstone Project – Concept to Production
  30. Portfolio Building and Project Documentation