Playful Technology Courses

The "Decanting Problem" Escape Room Tech Puzzle Tutorial

Learn to create an electronic "decanting problem" puzzle for escape rooms using Arduino, LED strips, and audio cables. Covers hardware setup, wiring diagrams, and code explanation for this unique tech challenge.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Arduino-Based Escape Room Puzzle: Creating a Colour Sequence Memory Game

Learn to create an Arduino-based escape room puzzle inspired by "Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes." Build a memory game with color-changing LEDs, buttons, and displays, perfect for challenging players' coordination and cooperation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Create an Analog Arduino Escape Room Puzzle

Learn to create an Arduino-based escape room puzzle using analog inputs and outputs. Explore linear potentiometers, ammeters, ADC, and PWM to design unique player interactions and overcome technical challenges.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Programmable Wildlife - Security - Timelapse Camera Projects with an ESP-32 CAM

Learn to program an ESP32-CAM for versatile camera projects: timelapse, motion-triggered, remote-controlled. Covers hardware setup, wiring, and Arduino IDE coding for wildlife, security, and custom applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Programming a DSTIKE ESP8266 Smart Watch with Arduino IDE

Learn to reprogram a DSTIKE ESP8266 Smart Watch using Arduino IDE. Explore hardware components, write custom code, and create a wearable Wi-Fi device for monitoring and controlling other wireless devices.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Building an Escape Room-in-a-Box: Network Setup and Puzzle Status Indicators - Part 6

Aprenda a criar elementos jogáveis para uma sala de fuga portátil, incluindo configuração de rede, LEDs programáveis e controle de fluxo do jogo usando Arduino e PJON.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Building an Escape Room-in-a-Box - Part 4: Integrating Networking and Display

Iterative improvement of an escape room-in-a-box project, focusing on integrating networking and display functionalities while addressing voltage compatibility issues.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Building an Escape Room-in-a-Box - Development Diary Part 1

Explore the process of designing and creating a portable, modular electronic Escape Room-In-A-Box through a candid development diary documenting challenges and decisions.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DIY Wireless Smart Dice with ESP8266 and Node-RED

Learn to build wireless "Smart Dice" using ESP8266 and Node-RED. Create interactive puzzles by detecting dice orientation with MPU6050 sensors, and transmit data via MQTT for escape room challenges or sequence-based games.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Long-Range RFID Vicinity Sensor Christmas Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial Using PN5180 and ESP32

Learn to create a Christmas-themed escape room puzzle using long-range RFID vicinity sensors, PN5180, and ESP32. Covers hardware setup, wiring, and Arduino programming for seamless prop detection up to 30cm away.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Arduino Capacitive Touch Sensor Tutorial

Learn to create touch-free Arduino interfaces using the CAP1188 capacitive sensor. Explore wiring, coding, and sensitivity adjustments for contactless detection up to 15cm away, ideal for Covid-secure projects.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ultrasonic Range Sensor Touch-Free Input Tutorial for Arduino - ESP32

Learn to create touch-free Arduino inputs using an ultrasonic range sensor. Covers wiring, coding, and practical applications for Covid-secure interfaces in escape rooms or public settings.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Build an Automated Arduino-Controlled Ouija Board

Learn to create an Arduino-controlled Ouija board with self-moving pieces using CNC technology. This tutorial covers hardware setup, wiring, and Arduino programming for an impressive escape room prop or interactive game.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Arduino-Controlled Rotary Telephone - DIY Escape Room Prop Tutorial

Transform a vintage rotary phone into a versatile escape room prop using Arduino. Learn to wire components, program custom behaviors, and integrate audio for an immersive gaming experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Build a "Defuse the Bomb" Escape Room Puzzle with Node-RED, MQTT, Arduino, ESP8266, and DMX

Learn to create an immersive escape room puzzle using Node-RED, MQTT, Arduino, ESP8266, and DMX. Build a fake bomb prop with dramatic lighting and sound effects for an exciting player experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video