Badge – Electronics and Intro to Microcontrollers

What You Will Learn:

• Introduction to Microcontrollers: Understand what microcontrollers are and how they differ from other computing devices.
• Microcontroller Components: Explore the essential components of a microcontroller, including the CPU, memory, input/output pins, and more.
• Programming Microcontrollers: Learn how to write code for microcontrollers in popular programming languages like Python and C++.
• Interfacing with Sensors: Discover how to connect microcontrollers to various sensors and gather data from the physical world.
• Control and Automation: Explore how microcontrollers can control devices, automate processes, and build smart systems.
• A Hands-On Project: Get hands-on experience with microcontrollers by working on simple projects and practical exercises.

Who Should Attend:

• Makers and DIY enthusiasts
• Electronics hobbyists
• Students interested in electronics and programming
• Engineers and professionals who are looking to add microcontroller skills to their toolkits.

About the Instructor:

Gene Reese is a maker with a passion for technology. A fascination with robotics and automation has provided him with experience in every facet of product design. From CAD to CAM, Gene utilizes additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques to bring ideas into the physical realm – often integrating modern technology with traditional concepts.