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main.py — pico
1 from machine import ADC, Pin
2 import time
3
4 sensor = ADC(Pin(26))
5
6 while True:
7 value = sensor.read_u16()
8 print(value)
9 time.sleep(1)
Raspberry Pi Pico Running

01 — Sensors

Explore the components

Every project starts with a sensor. Learn what each one does and how to use it.

HW-201 Infrared Obstacle Avoidance Sensor

HW-201 Infrared Obstacle Avoidance Sensor

The HW-201 is an infrared obstacle avoidance sensor that detects objects in front of it us...

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KY-026 Flame Sensor Module

KY-026 Flame Sensor Module

The KY-026 is a flame sensor module that detects the presence of fire or flame by sensing...

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SW-420 Vibration Sensor Module

SW-420 Vibration Sensor Module

The SW-420 is a vibration sensor module that detects motion, shock, or vibration. It's com...

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KY-004 Push Button Module

KY-004 Push Button Module

The KY-004 is a simple push button module mounted on a small breakout board, making it eas...

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KY-023 Analog Joystick Module

KY-023 Analog Joystick Module

The KY-023 is an analog joystick module that allows for two-axis directional input, along...

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Tactile Push Button

Tactile Push Button

A simple momentary switch that completes a circuit only while it's being pressed. It's one...

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02 — Projects

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Step-by-step walkthroughs using real components and real code.

Beginner · HW-201 Infrared Obstacle Avoidance Sensor

Detecting Obstacles with HW-201 on ESP32

Learn how to use the HW-201 infrared obstacle sensor with an ESP32 to detect nearby objects. This project is useful for...

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Beginner · HW-201 Infrared Obstacle Avoidance Sensor

Detecting Obstacles with HW-201 on Raspberry Pi Pico

Learn how to use the HW-201 infrared obstacle sensor with a Raspberry Pi Pico to detect nearby objects. This project is...

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Beginner · KY-026 Flame Sensor Module

Detecting Flame with KY-026 on ESP32

Learn how to use the KY-026 flame sensor with an ESP32 to detect flame or strong infrared light. This project is useful...

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Beginner · KY-026 Flame Sensor Module

Detecting Flame with KY-026 on Raspberry Pi Pico

Learn how to use the KY-026 flame sensor with a Raspberry Pi Pico to detect flame or strong infrared light. This project...

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03 — Tutorials

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Follow along, then make it your own.

Tutorial

Arduino IDE Installation Guide for Windows | Beginner Tutorial

Learn how to download and install Arduino IDE on Windows — the softwar...

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Tutorial

Thonny Installation Guide for Windows | Beginner Tutorial

Learn how to download and install Thonny on Windows — the beginner-fri...

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Tutorial

Reading Button Presses with KY-004 on ESP32

How do devices read a simple button press? In this video, we'll build...

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Tutorial

Reading Button Presses with KY-004 on Raspberry Pi Pico

How do devices read a simple button press? In this video, we'll build...

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