LED Programming with Arduino - Class 1

Dive into the first class of the LED Programming with Arduino series, taught by Cathy Laughlin and Mirabelle Jones. Begin with an introduction to microcontrollers and Arduino installation, including driver and library setup. Explore the basics of LEDs and programmable LEDs, learning to use source code for simple projects like "Hello Blink" and "Hello Neopixels." Discover the FastLED library and its applications, including color palettes and for loops. Gain essential knowledge about powering external LEDs, understanding circuits, and applying concepts like voltage, current, and resistance. Learn to choose appropriate resistors and power supplies using Ohm's Law. Conclude with practical tutorials on wiring power supplies, power injections, and matrix hookups. Access course materials, including slides and source code, through the provided GitHub repository and course hub.