Arduino: A Technical Reference: A Handbook for Technicians, Engineers, and Makers

by John M. Hughes

Rather than yet another project-based workbook, A Technical Reference is a reference and handbook that thoroughly describes the electrical and performance aspects of an Arduino board and its software. This book brings together in one place all the information you need to get something done with Arduino. It will save you from endless web searches and digging through translations of datasheets or notes in project-based texts to find the information that corresponds to your own particular setup and question. Reference features include pinout diagrams, a discussion of the AVR microcontrollers used with Arduino boards, a look under the hood at the firmware and run-time libraries that make the Arduino unique, and extensive coverage of the various shields and add-on sensors that can be used with an Arduino. One chapter is devoted to creating a new shield from scratch. The book wraps up with detailed descriptions of three different a programmable signal generator, a "smart" thermostat, and a programmable launch sequencer for model rockets. Each project highlights one or more topics that can be applied to other applications.

636 pages, Paperback

First published February 25, 2016

Reviews

[Tarmo Tali · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful, but it's very small nut.

[Bob Abbott · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very lengthy reference with little content. Very good at identifying the many variances of the Arduino family of boards and shields and chips installed on boards. Very little on programing and program examples.
Limited value for someone starting out with the exception of identify a board. You won't learn programming with this books.