Arduino is an open-source electronics platform that enables users to create interactive projects. It consists of a hardware circuit board (commonly known as a microcontroller) and a software IDE (Integrated Development Environment) that runs on your computer, allowing you to write and upload code to the physical board.
Arduino boards are designed to be easy to use, even for beginners. They can read inputs — such as a light on a sensor, a finger on a button, or a Twitter message — and turn them into outputs, like activating a motor, turning on an LED, or publishing something online. The boards are programmable using the Arduino programming language (a simplified version of C/C++) and can be connected to various sensors and actuators to build a wide range of projects.
Arduino has become popular in the maker community for its flexibility and ease of use, empowering hobbyists, artists, and professionals to create everything from simple DIY electronics to complex automated systems. The platform has revolutionized electronics and programming, making it accessible to a broad audience and fostering innovation and creativity in various fields.
