Quick Starter Notes: C++ for Arduino Beginners
1. Introduction
C++ is a powerful programming language widely used for controlling electronics like Arduino boards. Arduino
uses a simplified version of C++ to write programs (called sketches) that control devices like lights, motors,
sensors, and alarms.
2. Basic C++ Syntax
Each command ends with a semicolon (;). Curly braces {} group multiple lines of code. Code is
case-sensitive. Comments are added with // or /* */.
3. Variables and Data Types
Variables store information.
Common types:
- int (integers)
- float (decimals)
- bool (true/false)
- char (single character)
4. Operators
Perform operations.
+ Addition, - Subtraction, * Multiplication, / Division, == Equal to, != Not equal to
5. Control Structures
Use if-else to control decisions, for loops for repeating tasks, while loops for conditions.
6. Functions
Functions organize code into reusable blocks. Example: void setup(){} and void loop(){} are two special
Arduino functions.
Quick Starter Notes: C++ for Arduino Beginners
7. Arduino Specific Functions
pinMode(pin, mode); digitalWrite(pin, value); delay(ms); digitalRead(pin); are key functions for Arduino.
8. Simple Arduino Sketch Example
Blinking LED code using pin 13. Turn LED ON for 1s and OFF for 1s continuously.
9. Practice Questions
1. Blink LED three times.
2. Turn LED on with button press.
3. Count from 1 to 10 using for loop.
4. Create buzzer function.
5. Blink LED twice as fast.
10. Important Tips
Save code often. Match every { with }. Use clear variable names. Test small pieces of code.