Digi-Key Courses

Beginner's Guide to 3D Printing - Bed Leveling, Slicer Settings, and First Print - Part 2

Master essential 3D printing fundamentals from bed leveling to slicer configuration. Learn proper setup techniques, filament handling, and optimal print settings to achieve successful prints with any FDM printer.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Custom Macropad - Building a Programmable Input Device for Workflow Optimization

Discover how to build a custom macropad with the Seeed Studio Xiao RP2040, from PCB design and assembly to programming with QMK firmware and creating a 3D printed case.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to Zephyr Part 11: WiFi and IoT - Implementing HTTP GET Requests

Master implementing WiFi connectivity and HTTP GET requests in Zephyr RTOS for IoT applications, from configuring networking support to establishing connections and communicating with servers.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to Zephyr Part 10: Graphics with LVGL and Display Drivers

Master creating graphical user interfaces for embedded systems using LVGL with Zephyr RTOS. Learn to configure display drivers, design interactive elements, and build responsive applications on resource-constrained devices.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Patterns and Boolean Operations in FreeCAD - Part 5

Master patterns and Boolean operations in FreeCAD while designing a custom servo horn that connects with LEGO® Technic parts. Learn array patterns, part subtraction, and prepare models for 3D printing.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Organize Your Boxes of Shame - Tips and Tools for Electronics Inventory Management

Master practical techniques for organizing electronic components and inventory management, featuring efficient storage solutions and digital tracking tools.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

FreeCAD Tutorial: Revolutions, Pipes, and Lofts for Custom Keycap Design - Part 6

Master advanced 3D modeling in FreeCAD by learning to create complex shapes using Revolve, Pipe, and Loft tools. Design a custom mechanical keyboard keycap while exploring parametric design techniques.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using Heat Set Inserts in FreeCAD for 3D Printing - Part 4

Master the design and implementation of heat-set inserts in FreeCAD for creating secure, detachable connections in 3D-printed projects, from hole design to practical insertion techniques.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Arduino Plug and Make Suitcase Synthesizer Tutorial

Discover how to build a suitcase synthesizer using Arduino Plug and Make Kit, from initial concept through prototyping to final presentation, with hands-on guidance from Tomorrow Lab experts.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to FreeCAD: Shape Binders, Expressions, and Spreadsheets - Part 3

Master advanced FreeCAD techniques including shape binders, expressions, and spreadsheets to create complex, parametric 3D models with automated workflows and interconnected components.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Creating Curved Surfaces in FreeCAD - Part 8

Master advanced curved surface modeling in FreeCAD by creating complex organic shapes using B-Splines, Mixed Curves, and Gordon Surface tools through a practical computer mouse design project.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

8 Essential Engineering Tips and Tools for Makers

Discover essential maker hacks and practical tips for engineering projects, from using logic analyzers and deburring tools to clever applications of common materials like IPA and baking soda.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Creating Assemblies in FreeCAD Using the Assembly Workbench - Part 9

Master the creation of multi-part assemblies in FreeCAD by building a functional scissor lift mechanism, applying joints and constraints, and learning essential techniques for complex mechanical designs.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to FreeCAD: Finite Element Method (FEM) Workbench Tutorial - Part 10

Master the Finite Element Method (FEM) in FreeCAD to analyze structural integrity, simulate loads and stresses, and optimize 3D-printed designs through practical examples and step-by-step guidance.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PCB Tile Based Board Game - Part 2

Dive into the completion of a magnetic PCB tile-based board game, refining designs, assembling boards, programming components, and testing the final interactive gaming experience.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video