DroneBot Workshop Courses

Raspberry Pi Pico - Control the I-O World

Explore Raspberry Pi Pico's capabilities through hands-on experiments with LEDs, switches, analog inputs, OLED displays, and motors using MicroPython. Learn soldering, setup, and practical coding techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Measure DC Voltage and Current with Arduino

Learn to measure DC voltage and current with Arduino, covering basic principles, voltage dividers, external references, and current sensors like Hall Effect and INA219.

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

Getting Started with PlatformIO

Learn to use PlatformIO for microcontroller programming. Covers installation, basics with Arduino, ESP32, and XIAO, library management, and a servo controller project. Ideal for those seeking an Arduino IDE alternative.

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

Build a Developer's Linux Workstation - Complete Guide

Comprehensive guide to building a Linux workstation for developers, covering hardware assembly, OS installation, and setup of essential development tools, IDEs, and productivity software.

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

Seeeduino XIAO - 32-Bit Arduino-Compatible Microcontroller

Explore the Seeeduino XIAO: a tiny, powerful 32-bit microcontroller compatible with Arduino and CircuitPython. Learn setup, programming, and practical applications for this versatile and affordable device.

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

Control AC Devices with Arduino Safely - Relays and Solid State Switches

Safely control AC devices with Arduino using relays and solid-state switches. Learn about isolation, build a light-operated relay and a marquis-style light chaser, and explore IoT relay applications.

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

Build an ESP32-CAM Developers Module with Power Supply

Simplify ESP32-CAM development with a custom module featuring easy programming, portable power supply, and improved functionality. Ideal for experimenting and prototyping with this versatile microcontroller.

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

Using Basic Logic Gates - With and Without Arduino

Explore basic logic gates, their families, and practical applications. Learn to emulate gates with Arduino and build a simple intruder alarm combining hardware and software.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Using Servo Motors with ESP32

Learn to control servo motors with ESP32 using direct connections, I2C, and WiFi. Explore PWM outputs, libraries, and web-based interfaces for versatile motor control in various projects.

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

Raspberry Pi Cameras - The Big Picture

Comprehensive guide to Raspberry Pi cameras: selection, installation, usage, and comparison. Covers command-line and Python programming, GUI options, repairs, and performance tests across various models.

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

ESP32 CAM - Camera for IoT Projects

Explore the ESP32-CAM: a budget-friendly IoT module with built-in camera. Learn setup, programming, and troubleshooting for WiFi-enabled projects using Arduino IDE.

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

Using Keypads with Arduino - Build an Electronic Lock

Learn to interface matrix keypads with Arduino, from basic testing to building an electronic combination lock. Hands-on project to enhance your Arduino skills.

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

Testing Raspberry Pi Cases with Stressberry and iPerf

Evaluate Raspberry Pi 4 cases using Stressberry and iPerf to assess thermal and network performance, comparing six different enclosures for optimal heat dissipation and connectivity.

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

74HC595 & 74HC165 Shift Registers with Arduino

Expand Arduino I/O capabilities using shift registers. Learn to control multiple LEDs, drive 7-segment displays, and create custom light sequences with practical demonstrations.

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

Raspberry Pi GPIO - Getting Started with Gpiozero

Explore Raspberry Pi GPIO and gpiozero library to interface with LEDs, switches, and a camera. Hands-on demos cover setup, coding, and practical applications for beginners.

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