ATtiny microcontroller development for Arduino programmers

Unlock the world of microcontrollers with this hands-on course focused on ATtiny devices! These low-cost microcontrollers are perfect for DIY projects, boasting a small form factor and incredibly low power consumption (as low as 4-8μA in DeepSleep mode). Ideal as a budget-friendly alternative to Arduino and ESP boards, ATtinys are incredibly easy and quick to program using the familiar Arduino IDE and C++.

Power your projects with a simple button battery like the CR2032 and enjoy ample memory for a wide range of DIY projects. This course covers the popular ATtiny 25/24, 44/45, and 84 as well as the Digispark ATtiny85.

What you'll learn:

• Basics of Atmel ATtiny microcontrollers: A solid foundation in ATtiny architecture.
• Component Integration: Get familiar with essential components like transistors, OLED displays, and shift registers.
• Upload Methods: Master different upload variants for flashing your ATtiny microcontrollers.
• Development Environments: Learn to use Visual Studio Code with PlatformIO or the Arduino IDE.
• Hardware Configuration: Understand and configure settings like CPU clock frequency and brown-out detection.
• GPIO & PWM Control: Utilize digital-analog GPIOs and PWM controls for precise control.

Practical Projects:

Dive into real-world applications with these engaging projects:

• Digital Dice: Create a digital dice with random number generation and LEDs.
• WS2812b & FastLED: Control WS2812b addressable LEDs for dynamic lighting effects.
• Binary Clock: Build a binary clock using an RTC Module and shift register.
• Plant Monitor: Develop a plant monitor with DeepSleep functionality powered by a CR2032 battery.
• Plant Monitor with OLED: Implement a plant monitor using an OLED 0.96" display.
• Circuit Board Pendant: Create tones and melodies as a unique circuit board pendant.
• Transistor Clap Detector: Build a transistor circuit with a reed switch and clap detector.
• Temperature Sensor with OLED: Monitor temperature using an OLED 0.96" display on the Digispark ATtiny85.
• DIY Rubber Ducky: Construct a DIY Rubber Ducky with the Digispark ATtiny85.

My Teaching Approach:

This course prioritizes hands-on learning through projects over lengthy theoretical explanations. We jump into practical application immediately!

• Project-Based Learning: Projects are developed step-by-step with clear instructions.
• Interactive Learning: I demonstrate the code, allowing you to follow along or adapt it to your own needs.
• Downloadable Code: All code is provided for easy access and troubleshooting.
• Concise & Practical: No unnecessary theory – focus on getting results quickly.

Benefit from years of experience and gain essential microcontroller development skills. Enroll now and start building! – Markus Edenhauser