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Noah and I worked to learn the basics of Arduinos. We learned about coding them and how to control the simple components of circuits, like potentiometers or buttons. In the end, we created a fairly complex circuit of buttons and were able to operate some of the basic code.

Learning Module #2 - Unity

Doug and I worked to try to learn the basics of how to create a game in the Unity engine. We learned how to make objects move and how to create a simple backdrop, but weren't able to get much farther due to the time restraint. 

Learning Module #3 - Soldering

Chris and I learned the basics of soldering and were able to solder a fairly complex circuit by the end of the module.

Learning Module #4 - Bluetooth RC Car

Dom and I had planned to create an RC car that could be controlled using a phone or computer and a bluetooth connection to the Arduino. We ended up spending all our time on trying to establish a bluetooth connection to an app I made in App Inventor. It did not work, and overall the module was very frustrating.

Learning Module #5 - LED Strip

Justin and I worked together on this module to program and control an LED Strip using an Arduino. The one we were originally using that was in the classroom did not work, and Mr. Detrick bought us a new one that worked properly. I was able to code my own sequences for the strip, and Justin used bluetooth to control it.

Learning Module #6 - GPS Tracker

Aidan and I used a GPS module, LCD screen, LED strip, and Arduino to create a GPS tracker. We were able to successfully code the screen so that it would display the latitude and longitude coordinates of the module, which was accurate within about 10 feet. The LED would also change color based off different locations within the school.