Hello Guys!
I started getting interested on arduino and bought one, However im extremly lost when it comes to programming and have no prior experience. I understand the basics of it but have no idea where to find friendly guides for noobs like me. I dont understand how the computer communicates with Arduino and how to write a code for it to follow.
Again im sorry if bothering but if someone could explain or reference me to a guide it would be really appreciated.
Thanks
Arudino isn't a programming language. It is C/C++ with a library that makes programming the microcontroller easier.
There are tons of tutorials on the C language on the web.
Suggestion would be decide what you want to do, like blink a led, use the built in examples to do that. Then change the rate. Then add serial communication to change the rate. All things you can glean from the examples.
As you encounter problems, post the code you have issues with, tell what is happening, and what you expected to happen. Then people can help you.
Thank you!
So, Are there like preloaded examples for Ultrasonic sensors that i can modify to suit my needs?
I know of several types of sonic rangers and they don't communicate the same way. If you have one, post where you bought it. We can tell you what code works.
Racoon:
Thank you!
So, Are there like preloaded examples for Ultrasonic sensors that i can modify to suit my needs?
You'll find example for most things you're likely to need in the playground, but before you go there, work through the tutorials as suggested above.
Have a look at the Jeremy Blum tutorials on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=jeremy+blum+arduino
They are an excellent introduction to programming and using the Arduino.
Thanks for the replys!
I was planning on using HC-SR04 Proximity sensor to suit my needs. Also, To connect sensors do you need shields or can you connect them directly? Thank you
You don't need a shield.
http://playground.arduino.cc/Main/InterfacingWithHardware