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More than just numbers, more than just letters, with a little creative coding you can do teach your alphanumeric display lots of new tricks.

The SparkFun Arduino UNO R4 WiFi Qwiic Kit is a great way to get started with Arduino and the Qwiic-connect system - use this guide to get started!

Make a Qwiic-enabled digital desk sign with a MicroMod SAMD51 Processor Board's USB Host and a USB keyboard!

The MyoWare® 2.0 Muscle Sensor, an Arduino-compatible, all-in-one electromyography (EMG) sensor from Advancer Technologies. In this tutorial, we will go over the features and related shields to connect the sensor to a muscle group.

A Hookup Guide to get you started with the Qwiic Alphanumeric Display.

This guide takes you through the basics of building 11 different circuits with the SparkFun Tinker Kit and how to program them using the Arduino IDE.

This guide provides users with functional descriptions, configuration options for the QuickLogic Thing Plus EOS S3. It also serves as a “Getting Started” and “How To” guide.

Add some I2C RGB to your project with the SparkFun Qwiic LED Stick - APA102C

Learn how to use the enclosed RTK Express product to achieve millimeter level geospatial coordinates.

How to get started with the micro:bit breakout board.

Get started with the Serial LCD with RGB backlight and 9DoF IMU (ICM-20948) via I2C using the Qwiic system and Python on a Raspberry Pi! Take sensor readings and display them in the serial terminal or SerLCD.

Want to take a stab at advancing your programming skills? Check out the Thing Plus - RP2040, with the first microcontroller from the Raspberry Pi Foundation. This guide will get you started working with the RP2040 and programming in MicroPython and C/C++.

Learn how to use the enclosed RTK Surveyor product to achieve millimeter level geospatial coordinates.

A short Hookup Guide to get started with the SparkFun MicroMod Input and Display Carrier Board

Learn how to record and playback controller 'macros' for your Nintendo Switch using a Raspberry Pi, SparkFun Top pHAT, and Joycontrol.

The SparkFun Photodetector - MAX30101 (Qwiic) is the successor to the MAX30105 particle sensor, a highly sensitive optical sensor. This tutorial will get you started on retrieving the raw data from the MAX30101 sensor.

The pHAT to sit above your other HATs. Does that make it the "king" of the pHATs? This guide will help you get started using the Top pHAT with the Raspberry Pi.

Add color to your projects with non-addressable LED strips! These are perfect if you want to control and power the entire strip with one color for your props, car, fish tank, room, wall, or perhaps under cabinet lighting in your home.

Let's have some fun with LEDs! We'll explore LEDs once again with the SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic, making cool effects, and putting those effects to work using a sensor.

An introduction to the Qwiic Micro SAMD21E. Level up your Arduino-skills with the powerful SAMD21 ARM Cortex M0+ processor!

Connect, power, and control your APA102 addressable LED strip!

The SparkFun Inventor's Kit (SIK) Experiment Guide contains all of the information needed to build all five projects, encompassing 16 circuits, in the latest version of the kit, v4.1.2 and v4.1.

Learn how to hook up the LilyPad RGB LED and use a common cathode RGB LED in e-textile projects.

The gator:particle is an I2C heart-rate monitor and pulse oximeter that can be used as a particle sensor. This tutorial will get you started using the gator:particle with the micro:bit platform.

Liquid crystal displays (LCDs) are a great way to output a string of words or sensor data to a display for visual feedback. In this tutorial, we'll learn about LCDs, how to print a string of words to a 16x2 basic character LCD and create custom characters.

Build a wireless glove controller with Arduinos to trigger an LED using XBees!

Hacking gumball machines to make the world a happier, blinkier place.

Learn how to utilize your DMX to LED Shield in a variety of different ways.

The essential parts for beginning (or even experienced) hobbyists that gives you all of the basic through-hole components you will need to get started playing with embedded projects. We'll identify a few parts in the kit and provide a few basic circuits to get started!

The gator:bit v2 is a breakout board for the BBC micro:bit. The gator:bit exposes almost every pin on the micro:bit to clippable pad with circuit protection. It also has as built-in addressable LEDs and a built-in buzzer.

Control LEDs based on your movement using an accelerometer! Make your LEDs breathe by fading in and out when laying on the floor, turn off the LEDs when moving to your side, or make the LEDs blink in a headstand!

The LuMini 8x8 Matrix (APA102-2020) are the highest resolution LED matrix available.

An introduction to the RedBoard Turbo. Level up your Arduino-skills with the powerful SAMD21 ARM Cortex M0+ processor!

Learn how to turn our 64x64 RGB LED Matrix Panel into a display for your current Spotify album art using an ESP32.

The LumiDrive LED Driver is SparkFun’s foray into all things Python on micro-controllers. With the SparkFun LumiDrive you will be able to control and personalize a whole strand of APA102s directly from the board itself.

The LuMini Rings (APA102-2020) are the highest resolution LED rings available.

Take your volume knob beyond 11 with the Qwiic Twist digital RGB LED encoder via I2C!

In this tutorial, we will learn about how to create a theatrical prop for a performance by 3D printing a wand and adding an LED.

In this tutorial, we will connect different RGB LED matrix panels to PixelMatix's SmartLED shield and Teensy.

Learn how to wield the power of 18 channels of UV to NIR spectroscopy with AS72651 (UV), AS72652 (VIS), and AS72653 (NIR) sensors!

Get started clipping sensors and lights to the micro:bit with the gator:starter gator:board from SparkFun!

Clip some LED's onto your gator:bit with the gator:color.

This is an assembly guide for the SparkFun Flashlight Kit, a basic learn to solder kit.

In this digital fabrication project featuring 3D printing, laser cutting, and DIY electronics, you will build a beautiful design object for your desktop or night stand.

The AVR-based Qwiic Serial Enabled LCDs are a simple and cost effective solution to include in your project. These screens are based on the HD44780 controller, and include ATmega328P with an Arduino compatible bootloader. They accept control commands via Serial, SPI and I2C (via PTH headers or Qwiic connector). In this tutorial, we will show examples of a simple setup and go through each communication option.

Learn how to build a simple paper circuit using copper tape, a 5mm LED, and a 3V coin cell battery.

In this tutorial, we will be connecting a Mean Well LED switching power supply to an addressable LED strip controlled by an Arduino.

Having issues viewing your print in a dark lit room? In this tutorial, we will be using LED strips to light up a print bed's area on a LulzBot 3D printer!

Put together your Rotary Dial Kit and light it up with our Arduino example code!

The RedBoard Edge is a RedBoard that's been rebuilt around the idea that projects are eventually put into an enclosure to help clean up their look.

Learn how to hook up the LilyPad Tri-Color LED and use a common anode RGB LED in e-textile projects.

In this tutorial, we will learn about how to create an interactive theatrical prop for a performance by 3D printing a translucent diamond prop using a non-addressable RGB LED strip and AT42QT1011 capacitive touch sensing.

The addressable (UCS1903) LED neon flex rope adds cool lighting effects for outdoor and indoor uses including in hallways and stairs, holiday lighting, and more! In this hookup guide, you will learn how to connect, power, and control the LED segments with an Arduino and the FastLED library.

In this tutorial, we'll find out how to use Resolume Arena, a popular video jockey software, to control custom-made ArtNet DMX fixtures.

Craft your own paper circuit holiday greeting using the LEDs, a Chibi Chip, Love to Code!

A project tutorial to add an extra effect for dancers performing a choreographed piece. The harness can be added quickly under a costume.

Embedded with heating pads and four Neopixel rings, these earmuffs do more than your average winter accessory to keep you warm while still looking good.

We attempt to emulate a car seat to ease a baby to sleep.

This scarf is embedded with a ribbon of LEDs that illuminate when it gets dark out, making yourself more visible to vehicle and other pedestrians.

Use Lumenati LED boards to add glow to your own alien garden.

Lumenati is our line of APA102c-based addressable LED boards. We'll show you how to bring the sparkle to your projects!

This tutorial provides everything you need to know to make your own light up high top sneakers!

Follow this tutorial to make your own Crystal Goddess Crown with LEDs!

This guide contains all the information you will need to explore the twelve circuits of the SparkFun Inventors Kit for micro:bit.

Learn MicroPython with the micro:bit.

Follow this tutorial to make your own light up PomPom headband! Try the beginner version if you are new to electronics or the advanced version if you have some more experience!

This tutorial shows you how to get started with the ESP32 Thing Power Control Shield.

This tutorial provides everything you need to know to make your own Marquee Party Bag!

All the information you need to use the Spectacle Light Kit in one place.

All the information you need to use the Spectacle Light Board in one place.

How to crack an unknown safe in under an hour.

Learn how to calculate how many LEDs your LilyPad project can power and how long it will last.

The SparkFun MAX30105 Particle Sensor is a flexible and powerful sensor enabling sensing of distance, heart rate, particle detection, even the blinking of an eye. Get ready. Set. Shine!

Add blinking lights to any holiday decoration with our Holiday Lights Kit using WS2812-based addressable LEDs!

Get to know the LP55231 9-channel LED driver., and learn how to configure and program this surprisingly flexible IC.

Bring the ability to detect light levels to any project with the SparkFun TEMT6000 Ambient Light Sensor Breakout.

Use the Tessel 2 and the Johnny Five Inventors kit to explore the world of JavaScript enabled hardware through 14 awesome experiments!

Use an Arduino and the SparkFun Sound Detector to create visualizations on Addressable RGB LED strips.

How to assemble and use the Cherry MX Switch Breakout, allowing you to turn a matrix of mechanical switches into a full-size keyboard!

Build a Boss Alarm that alerts you of anyone walking into your office and automatically changes your computer screen.

Getting started with the Charlieplexed 8x7 LED array.

Make an RGB colored cloud light! You can also control it from your phone, or hook up to the weather!

The PicoBuck board is a high-efficiency three-channel constant-current LED driver.

Make a Breakout clone with the BadgerHack Gaming Add-On Kit.

An introduction to matrix scanning, using the SparkFun 4x4 Button Pad.

The FemtoBuck board is a high-efficiency, single-channel constant-current LED driver.

Learn how to use the SparkFun Touch Potentiometer to control lighting, volume or other inputs in your daily life.

Learn how you can use the SX1509 to control 16 LEDs or up to 64 buttons with just two pins.

Add changing colors to your wearable projects using LilyPad Pixel Boards.

Craft a paper circuit pop up card with a cycling RGB LED, battery, and copper tape.

Craft an illuminated butterfly pop up card with copper tape, two LEDs, and a battery.

Learn what it takes to build large LED installations from planning to power requirements to execution.

Getting started guide for the Large Digit display driver board. This tutorial explains how to solder the module (backpack) onto the back of the large 7-segment LED display and run example code from an Arduino.

Basic intro to the Teensy line of products, with soldering and programming suggestions.

A quick tutorial to get you started in the world of light up origami flowers.

Let's take a look at different materials we can use to combine paper crafting and electronics.

An addition to a previous project, this time using a PC and a custom Java app to create your own music visualizer using a RGB LED matrix.

Combine a silk flower with a built-in RGB LED and some LilyPad Switches to create a customizable accessory.

A fun project that uses a Raspberry Pi and a custom Java app to create your own sound visualizer using a RGB LED matrix.

Light up your love with paper circuits - no soldering required!

Craft a glowing card for friends and family this holiday season with paper circuits - no soldering required!

How about that humidity? This tutorial shows how to add sensing capability to the 21st Century Fashion Kit's RGB flower project.

We take a tour of a LED manufacturer and learn how PTH 5mm LEDs are made for SparkFun.

A short guide to creating a rainbow of new LilyPad LED colors at home!

Learn how we converted 72 lightbulbs into an interactive LED array for our conference room.

The Sound Detector is a microphone with a binary output. This guide explains how it works and how you can use it in your projects.

A top hat decked out with LED strips makes for a heck of a wedding gift.

How to hook up the LM3914 or LM3916 to drive a 10-LED display with a lone analog signal.

A quick tutorial to show you how to add LEDs to gift or holiday bags or boxes.

Make bright, colorful displays using the 32x16, 32x32, and 32x64 RGB LED matrix panels. This hookup guide shows how to hook up these panels and control them with an Arduino.

How to get the most out of the infrared receivers and transmitters included in the IR Control Kit.

A quick overview of SparkFun's LED light bars, and some examples to show how to hook them up.

How to quickly and easily set up the Serial 7-Segment Display and the Serial 7-Segment Display Shield.

Learn the basics about LEDs as well as some more advanced topics to help you calculate requirements for projects containing many LEDs.

How to create a pixel string with the WS2812 and WS2812B addressable LEDs!

An overview of electric power, the rate of energy transfer. We'll talk definition of power, watts, equations, and power ratings. 1.21 gigawatts of tutorial fun!

How to hook up and use the OpenSegment display shield. The OpenSegment is the big brother to the Serial 7-Segment Display. They run on the same firmware, however the OpenSegment is about twice as big.

An introduction to the concept of Pulse Width Modulation.

A tutorial to help figure out the power requirements of your project.

Learn about Ohm's Law, one of the most fundamental equations in all electrical engineering.

Music Box Project based on the Dr. Who TARDIS.

No matter what flavor of the Simon Says Through-hole Soldering Kit you've purchased, this tutorial is here to guide you through the entire build process.

So you've built up a Simon Says kit? What next? This tutorial will get you up and running with Arduino software, guide you through a few example sketches, and send you on your way to create your own. Careful, this stuff is highly addictive. :)