ARDUINO

DEFINE:

• Arduino is an open-source electronics platform based on simple-to-understand hardware and software.
• Introduced in 2005 the Arduino platform was designed to provide an inexpensive and easy way for hobbyists, students and professionals to create devices that interact with their environment using sensors and actuators.
• Based on simple microcontroller boards, it is an open source computing platform that is used for constructing and programming electronic devices.

FUNCTION:

• Arduino boards can read various inputs (such as light from a sensor, button presses, or Twitter messages) and convert them into outputs (like activating a motor, turning on an LED, or publishing data online).

PROGRAM LANGUAGE:

• You can instruct your Arduino board using the Arduino programming language (based on Wiring) and the Arduino Software (IDE) (built on Processing).

GROWTH:

• Arduino was developed with intent to provide an economical and trouble-free way for hobbyists, students and professionals to build devices that interact with their situation using sensors and actuators. This makes it perfect for newcomers to get started quickly.

TYPES OF ARDUINO:

• Arduino Ethernet shield
• Arduino Wireless shield
• Arduino Motor Driver Shield