Digi-Key Courses

Building a Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT) Solar Charge Controller

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Learn to build a maximum power point tracking solar charge controller for optimal solar panel efficiency in electronics projects.

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

Getting Started with STM32 and Nucleo

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Discover STM32 microcontroller programming with Nucleo boards through hands-on projects covering IDE setup, sensors, FreeRTOS, ADC/DMA, SPI, and timers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From Maker to Market - Design: Developing Circuit Playground - Part 4

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Explore Circuit Playground's design process: from concept to PCB layout, component selection, and prototype fabrication. Learn practical insights for developing your own electronic projects.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to FPGA

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Discover FPGA fundamentals through hands-on Verilog programming, from basic concepts to advanced topics like state machines, memory, PLLs, and RISC-V processor implementation.

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

Fix It or Trash It - A Guide to Electronics Repair Decision Making

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Learn practical tips for deciding whether to repair or replace broken electronics through a hands-on mouse repair demonstration and real-world examples of common device failures.

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

Introduction to Zephyr Part 1: Getting Started - Installation and Blink

Learn how to set up the Zephyr RTOS development environment and build your first LED blinking project in this hands-on tutorial covering installation, Docker setup, and basic project implementation.

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

Creating Complex Shapes with Sweeps and Lofts in FreeCAD - Part 7

Master advanced FreeCAD techniques for creating complex organic shapes using sweeps, lofts, and guide curves while designing a boat hull and exploring the Curved Shapes Workbench for enhanced 3D modeling.

• YouTube
• 49 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

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

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

Introduction to Zephyr Part 5: Devicetree Bindings

Explore how Devicetree bindings in Zephyr connect hardware descriptions to driver code, using ESP32-S3 ADC as an example to demonstrate how YAML schemas enable clean, platform-agnostic C code that adapts to different boards.

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

Introduction to Zephyr Part 9: Interrupts, Timers, and Counters

Master interrupts, timers, and counters in Zephyr RTOS. Learn to implement efficient Interrupt Service Routines, configure GPIO interrupts, and use workqueues to build responsive embedded systems with microsecond precision timing.

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