Using an Arduino with Python - Controlling an LED from Python

Learn how to control an LED using Python and Arduino in this 47-minute tutorial. Explore the process of passing data from Python to Arduino, gathering user input, and manipulating LED behavior accordingly. Gain hands-on experience with hardware setup, variable declaration, serial communication, and code implementation. Master techniques for running commands, handling user input, and expanding functionality to include RGB color control. Develop skills to create an interactive color-changing orb using Python and Arduino integration.

Syllabus

Introduction
Hardware Overview
Variables
Serial Setup
Running the Code
Writing the code
Arduino Data
Running the Command
What if
Coding
Killing the program
Input your color
Read the command
Adding RGB
Creating an Orb
Entering a Color
RGB