10 LED Projects for Geeks is a collection of interactive and customizable projects that all
have the humble LED in common but don t write them off as basic! You ll learn how to make
challenging and imaginative gadgets like a magic wand that controls lights using hand gestures
a pen-sized controller for music synthesizers a light strip that dances to the beat of music
and even an LED sash that flashes scrolling text you send from your phone. Every project
includes photos step-by-step directions colorful circuit diagrams and the complete code to
bring the project to life. As you work your way through the book you ll pick up adaptable
skills that will take your making abilities to the next level. You ll learn how to: - Design
versatile circuits for your own needs - Build and print a custom printed circuit board - Create
flexible circuits which you can use to make any wearable you dream up - Turn analog signal into
digital data your microcontroller can read - Use gesture recognition and wireless interaction
for your own Internet of Things projects - Experiment with copper tape and create circuits with
paper and foil - Build smart gadgets that make decisions with sensors If you want to experiment
with LEDs and circuits learn some new skills and make cool things along the way 10 LED
Projects for Geeks is your first step.
