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A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the ESP32This book is intended for readers who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to begin. If you've explored general-purpose electronics or Arduino-based resources but found them too broad or lacking in practical application, this guide offers a more focused alternative.
Using the ESP32 by Example Kit (EEK)-a small, affordable collection of components including LEDs, sensors, an OLED display, and a motion processor-you'll build and work with a consistent hardware setup throughout the book. Once assembled, the EEK remains largely unchanged, allowing you to concentrate on learning and experimentation without constant reconfiguration.
Topics include:
- Understanding and programming the ESP32 microcontroller
- Using the Arduino IDE to write and deploy code
- Exploring cyber-physical systems, culminating in basic drone control
No prior experience with Arduino or embedded development is required. Each section includes hands-on examples and mini-projects designed to reinforce core concepts and encourage deeper exploration. By the end, you'll be equipped not only to reproduce the book's examples, but also to extend them toward your own ideas and applications.
Whether your interest is in learning embedded programming, building interactive systems, or exploring educational drone control, this book provides a clear and practical path to getting started.
About the author
Dr. Jim Solderitsch is an educator, software architect, systems developer, and cybersecurity researcher with a focus on CyberPhysical Systems. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in Computing Sciences at Villanova University, where he has also held full-time roles in Mathematics and Electrical and Computer Engineering. He has explored drone control in classroom settings and taught several courses on CyberPhysical Systems using early versions of this book as instructional material. A strong advocate for the Arduino IDE in education, he believes motivated learners with minimal programming experience can start with simple examples and progress to developing advanced applications using wireless, cloud, and drone control technologies.
Summary
A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the ESP32This book is intended for readers who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to begin. If you’ve explored general-purpose electronics or Arduino-based resources but found them too broad or lacking in practical application, this guide offers a more focused alternative.
Using the ESP32 by Example Kit (EEK)—a small, affordable collection of components including LEDs, sensors, an OLED display, and a motion processor—you’ll build and work with a consistent hardware setup throughout the book. Once assembled, the EEK remains largely unchanged, allowing you to concentrate on learning and experimentation without constant reconfiguration.
Topics include:
- Understanding and programming the ESP32 microcontroller
- Using the Arduino IDE to write and deploy code
- Exploring cyber-physical systems, culminating in basic drone control
No prior experience with Arduino or embedded development is required. Each section includes hands-on examples and mini-projects designed to reinforce core concepts and encourage deeper exploration. By the end, you’ll be equipped not only to reproduce the book’s examples, but also to extend them toward your own ideas and applications.
Whether your interest is in learning embedded programming, building interactive systems, or exploring educational drone control, this book provides a clear and practical path to getting started.
