Documentation

Getting Started

Follow the instructions for your operating system:

• Windows
• Mac OS X
• Linux?

Additional instructions for specific products:

• Arduino Mini
• Arduino BT
• LilyPad Arduino
• XBee shield

Troubleshooting

Solutions to common problems. If you're still having difficulty, ask in the forums.

Examples

Code and circuits for fundamental tasks.

Foundations

Longer explanations of various aspects of the Arduino hardware and software.

Hacking

Modifying and extending the Arduino hardware and software.

Links

Links for further reading.

Language Reference

Description of the functions and keywords in the core Arduino programming language.

Extended Reference: includes advanced functions and language constructs.

Libraries: Additional functionality for particular hardware or uses.

Comparison: Comparisons with other programming languages.

Environment

A guide to the Arduino development environment.

Hardware

Features and reference designs for the Arduino i/o boards:

• Arduino Duemilanove
• Arduino Diecimila
• Arduino Nano
• Arduino BT
• Arduino LilyPad
• Arduino Mini
• Arduino Pro
• Arduino Pro Mini
• Arduino Single-Sided Serial

Shields:

• XBee Shield
• Motor Shield
• Ethernet Shield

Index: Complete history of the various versions of the Arduino board.