Electronics & Arduino
Wire up circuits, sensors and lights, programmed with an Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
Electronics & Arduino
- To start
- $50
- Each month
- $15
- Time
- 3 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1 hour or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It gives your brain a proper workout.
- There's always more to learn.
- It's built for the screen.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to keep your brain sharp
- You want to get really good at something
Maybe not if
- You want to enjoy it from day one
- You want to switch your brain off
- You want a workout
What it feels like
Electronics & ArduinoAverage maker & Engineering hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$50Costs more to start than 61% of hobbies
$15Over a year, more than the kit
$230About $1 an hour at 3 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Make an LED blink with an Arduino starter kit, then add a button.
1 hour or moreAt homeEasy to start
Questions
How much does electronics & Arduino cost to start?
About $50 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $15 a month once you are going.
How much time does electronics & Arduino take?
About 3 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1 hour or more.
Can I do electronics & Arduino at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is electronics & Arduino good for beginners?
Yes. It is easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Make an LED blink with an Arduino starter kit, then add a button.
Do I need other people for electronics & Arduino?
No. It works fine on your own.