Workshop: Kacper Ziemianin - Introduction to instrument design based on Arduino

Introduction to instrument design based on Arduino

Level: beginner – intermediate

Time: 4-5 hours

Skills we will learn:

• basic programming in Arduino IDE
• DIY electronics
• basic electronic components
• using a breadboard
• having fun with other nerds

Requirements:

• open eyes and ears
• laptop with Arduino software installed

Program:

We will start by looking at the Arduino platform, its history and examples of use.

Next we will look at the basics of DIY electronics, various components, power connections, reading schematics, prototyping.

Further we will learn how to connect Arduino to a computer and how to upload our first sketch.

Finally we will focus on Arduino programming environment.

With all this knowledge and skills we will build a prototype of our synthesiser using potentiometers and breadboard and other basic components.