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Use Python to Build a Magic SMS Button

Make With Tech (MakeWithTech) via YouTube

Overview

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Learn how to create a Magic SMS Button using Python and electronics in this hands-on tutorial. Explore Circuit Python, the FeatherS2 ESP32 microcontroller, and the MU Editor as you build an automated project that sends SMS messages at the push of a button. Follow step-by-step instructions for soldering headers, setting up the development environment, configuring Twilio for SMS functionality, and writing and testing the program. No prior programming experience is required, making this an ideal project for beginners looking to combine 3D printing with electronics and automation. Gain practical skills in microcontroller programming, circuit design, and integrating hardware with cloud services.

Syllabus

Introduction
Adafruit FeatherS2 ESP-32 Development Board
Soldering Headers
MU Editor and IDE
Circuit Python Library
Twilio Setup
Writing the Magic SMS Board
Testing the Button with the FeatherS2
DrVAX Circuit Python Github Repository
Loading and Testing the SMS Program

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