Introduction to ESP32 - Getting Started

[@BerndSchmitt-Martinique]

You are an extremely capable teacher. It's a pleasure to be your student, even as a retired seventy years old German engineer. Thank you Bill.

[@davidr.1561]

Hallo, Ich bin ziemlich neu hier ... aber ebenfalls über 70 Jahre alt und war im technischen Beruf tätig. Interesse am Erfahrungsaustausch? email: [e-mail]

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I CONCUR!

[@gorillaau]

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[@TheFleetz]

Retired electronics engineer…I concur. You never stop learning! Thank you..👍

[@robertorusso6899]

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[@georgem4713]

A couple of notes for the complete beginners: 1)The Hall effect sensor will not work at all if the Baud rate is the default value. You must change the Baud rate to 9600. Values may get as low as -300 or as high as +350. No magnet values are between (30,60) for my board at least. 2) Not all ESP32 modules have an onboard LED (for the blink sketch), mine does not have one and was driving me mad when in fact it was working as it should. So check the serial for the "Hello World". 3) Do not get frustrated if your exact board does not show in the Board Manager. Instead try the "ESP32 Dev Module" PS. Great video, helped me a lot. Thanks

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Bill, I just wanted to say that you are without a doubt one of the best instructors I have ever watched, or had, in my 63 years. Your method of explanation and your awesome use of diagrams is truly unmatched on KZbin when it comes to electronics (or anything for that matter). I am old school electronics trained and you have rekindled my desire to learn about the updated technology. Thank you again.

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[@P.A.T.]

I knew 90% of the information but the way you talk is extraordinary so I stayed just to listen to you. One of the best HW presentations on KZbin. You got another subscriber.

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[@johnburgess2084]

I'm only 10 minutes into this video, but I have to say that I love your presentation style! Clear delivery, speaking clearly and at a pace that's easy to follow. I'm just getting started with the ESP32 and watching/doing all I can.

[@warrenking1815]

My head hurts, you are a great teacher. I was a hardware engineer for 40 years until I retired. I never had many occasions to work with software . I can write in c+ since I started with ardunio and had to learn. When you start talking about using wifi and Bluetooth I could understand some of the actions but soon fell down the rabbit hole. Now I must find a good article on both to make the connection between the soft ware and hardware. Just to let you know( you are a great teacher, very concise and thorough)

[@owenthomas7728]

Bill, thank you so much! I have been chugging through your videos and it is clear to me and clear to anyone who stumbles upon your content that you are not only a master at robotics and electronics BUT, you are also a master educator! You understand the mind of a novice, and that is one of the most important things when teaching, so many educators, unfortunately, overlook this crucial aspect when trying to convey complex concepts. You have single-handedly propelled my robotics knowledge unlike no other, thank you again for your hard work and commitment to spreading this valuable knowledge!

[@TheSamwongms]

By closely following the procedures, I was able to complete all the projects without much difficulty. I didn't even need a shorter USB cable for those wifi projects. A big thank you to your hard work for making the video.

[@guilloip]

YES!!!! Blinking Led working. I have had to install python-serial and worked properly. I didnt know which ESP32 board choose. So I saw mine said "NODE" somewhere and chosed the "NODES32". You never talk about that. Thank you very much, I love you channel. You remmember me my electronics teachers. Thanks again from Argentina.

[@hennero.3826]

Thank you for this overview, Bill. I do not have an ESP32 yet, but I think I'll get one. Had bought only some ESP8266 when I started with Microcontrollers a few weeks ago. Btw interesting to see that I am not one of the oldest here despite I am close to 55. 😉

[@Dronebotworkshop]

Thanks. And you're a decade younger than I am!

[@oneofnumbers]

You are, WITHOUT A DOUBT, one of the best instructors on youtube!

[@fabriceroussin8261]

I agree: I have watched many great technical videos on YT, but never with your pedagogy skills! merci !

[@nccyr1]

I used ESP8266 before but I recently bought two ESP32 wifi bluetooth modules. Your video helped me getting started, especially the tip about pushing the 'boot button' to load a program. Thank you!

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[@fayfeld5900]

Exemplary video - like always. Precise information, presented on a level, that you were neither bored nor overstrained. Well done, Bill!

[@jsnork3994]

You are such a good teacher! Thank you for this great tutorial. I am a 67 year old senior. My last programming is about 40 years ago. Now I am looking for solving a water supply (quality) problem in Thailand.I found that the ESP32 with a couple of sensors might help to stop public water going into our tanks as soon as its turbidity exceeds a certain threshold. Actually this idea is just nothing without your help. Thanks. (And thanks for not having an enoying background grove, as this may be horrible for some elderly people...) Best wishes to... USA, I guess? Juergen

[@Kai-Made]

I am absolutely happy that you have done a very thorough break down of the esp32. I am working in iot and recently started working with a variety of esp32 containing MCs and this has been very helpful, and is a great way to digest information while I am actually doing work. I know I could read all the datasheets but I find that I retain information better when someone explains it compared to just reading. Thanks man.

[@smartassist9700]

Dear kind Sir, I requested “registering” to your forum. In addition, I gave true reason why I need to learn quickly . Most humble appreciation - Alton

[@SVSunnyJim]

5 months later and I've nailed it. You are indeed the only electronics tutor I'll ever need. Amazing resources you provide, great skill, bravo..

[@stevedonkers9087]

I love my ESP32's. I have a severely autistic son that can't be outside by himself (he's been brought home in a squad car a few times -- he's 10 but has no danger sense) and I've had to install a magnetic lock on our front door (he can just unlatch or unlock normal locks and latches). That lock came with some garage door opener buttons that would allow us to unlock the door, but I thought it would be good to have a cell phone app that could do it, so I built a circuit with an ESP32 that controls a relay that will unlock the door, and it's accessible through both bluetooth and wireless, so I can unlock the door from my desktop or phone.

[@duardyparron850]

I have an autistic son as well, he is 7 and already can be really tough as well. He can open any door and window, but I have contact sensors in all of them that trigger voice and text messages to let me know if he leaves the house or goes int the balcony. The stuff I learn in this channel is very valuable. I wish there was some MQTT content because these widgets are a lot more useful when you integrate them as part of a larger system.

[@stonemannerie]

If there is no other escape, you could also connect it to some fire sensors as well. Granted that there are no other exits and there might be an occasion where no one else can help him out.

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[@mark33545]

Please make sure you have an emergency way to get out, if there is fire he is screwed

[@gerdsfargen6687]

I love your series on the ESP32. It's simply clear and easy to follow, not because you have "dumbed" it down...but because you communicate the basic concepts so well. May your subscriber count climb and climb :)

[@thewoodweldingfabricator9300]

Good sir you are creating a great enthusiasm for electronics in me, but now I have to buy a whole new set of microcontrollers and peripherals! ...You bastard.

[@gizmowizard352]

Man,you should teach in a engineering school or something.This content is legendary.KZbin should immortalize this content

[@whitefields5595]

Perfect introduction for me. This is what the internet was designed for!

[@cometmace]

Thanks. Your ESP32 servo and esp-now videos have made it possible for me to complete a project that I've been mulling over for the last couple of years.

[@tedsykora1858]

These instructions and the ones on the web page have to rank up there with the best step by step instructions that I have EVER followed.

[@SuperFirewords]

Sir, you are an excellent instructor and your channel is the best because you have the knowledge and capability to make everything is simple and easy. Thank you keep going

[@JonathanDeWitt1988]

Bill, I just wanted to come back to this video and say how much I appreciate it. I keep using this video for reference. I have already experimented with WiFi control. Well just in the last few days I have been learning about the Bluetooth of the ESP32 starting with this video. You make it so easy to learn. Thank you for making this video and sharing it.

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I dig your channel man, no flash, no bullshit. I love electroboom as much as anyone but when I want to actually learn something, your style is the way to go

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[@nuggetteam7]

your voice is amazing. You're like the Bob Ross of microcontrollers. Subscribed!

[@normtrudel1682]

I have a much better understanding of the ESP32 because of this video. I like your clear concise manner of teaching. Thank you Bill!

[@sorgunakkor1585]

Enough content for 8 separate videos. Thank you.

[@giorgiolaconi9311]

Perfetto! Grazie! Sto usando Wemos D1 mini Esp32. Per il momento, sono riuscito ad installare tutto e sono arrivato al Blink. Adesso proverò almeno 2 sensori analogici contemporaneamente. Molto chiaro e preciso! Con il mio Wemos non ho avuto bisogno di cliccare nessun tasto aggiuntivo per il caricamento del programma. Perfect! Thanks! I am using Wemos D1 mini Esp32. For the moment, I have managed to install everything and have arrived at Blink. Now I will try at least 2 analog sensors at the same time. Very clear and precise! With my Wemos I didn't need to click any additional buttons to load the program.

[@WaylanEE]

First time viewer. Earned a sub here. Like nearly everyone else has said, You are an awesome teacher, accurate and concise. I'm pretty sure I will consume all of your content and will share it with the small hand full of friends I have that will understand. Thank you. If you are ever in the Seattle area, I'd love to buy you a beer.

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Thank you, gentleman. I am totally stunned at your presentation. Thank you again.

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This is by far my favourite KZbin channel for arduino stuff.

[@rwh777]

I can't thank you enough for this tutorial. As a complete n00b, I've been struggling for almost two weeks to get this working, and I'm sure if I hadn't come across this vid, I'd have given up on the ESP32. If I can PM you somehow, I'd love to elaborate on exactly why this vid helped me! Thanks again, much appreciated.

[@VeryUsMumblings]

Thanks for this video! I've had an esp32 sitting around the house since last Xmas and haven't touched it until I watched this video. Now I am suddenly enthralled by being able to turn a light on and off using the browser in my smart phone. :) I'm eagerly awaiting more of the esp32..

[@danielthompson9503]

Thank you. This cleared up all the questions I had around the esp32. I found all the different dev board names confusing, but now I feel I have all the knowledge needed to more forward and purchase my first board. Thank you

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I last worked with real time dedicated systems using a Ferrantii Argus 500 and a PDP11back in the 1970s. Now I must drag myself into this century and make some IoT devices! Your video is a perfect presentation of what is possible (astronomical) and how it can be done - plenty of references and hands-on demonstrations. Brilliant!

[@beerkekjoer8642]

thank you so much for your clear explanation for this beginner. You have a nice calm voice to listen to too.

[@Hooch737]

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[@nkronert]

Fantastic tutorial as always! You're a really gifted teacher, sir!

[@martinegan5517]

WOW what a great video Bill totally blown away by your professionalism and in depth research thank you very much for the hard work it took to put this together. inspirational

[@pieandpeas8929]

All these tutorials are just superb. Very clearly explained. The only issue I have with all of DroneBot's videos, is that I cannot finish one video before going on eBay and ordering all the parts and modules Bob uses in order to follow his examples! This has really rekindled my interest in digging out all my old boards I lost interest in some years ago with excellent guides like these.. Keep up the great work Bob!

[@Viewersbestdigest]

Excellent. I like the calm way you explain things. No hurry, very factual. Please continue.

[@laytonmiller5865]

What a phenomenal overview. I have done an extremely small amount of microcontroller programming and this really got me off to a flying start. Bravo!!!

[@drinkOO]

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[@EvileDik]

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It's really insane how this video is helpful

[@creeek3]

A brilliant tutorial, REALLY good. no massive intro!! no excessive words, very clear and quite concise. I have had 2 of these boards for years and just got round to using them and you have cleared the way. Who would have guessed some of the steps. Pressing the button, github download, I would never have done that. Some of the pinouts were different, but all working. Great !

[@greghumphris174]

I learned heaps about the ESP32. I'm thinking of using it for my first IoT project with Blynk. Thank you for a very well presented tutorial.

[@rajeshbhor1486]

Bill... You are the best... Great Teacher.. Love the way you unfold project.. My Guru in the world of Arduino...

[@zorka4098]

I'm new to the whole Arduino/ESP32 universe and until I found your videos I was a bit overwhelmed. You explain slowly and clearly the necessary introductions I was looking for. Subscribed and will continue to watch your channel. Thanks😀

[@HengTimeLimited]

brilliant in-depth dive in the function of this processor. very well explained. Clear and precise. Well done!

[@anthonymonge7815]

This is outstanding work!! I am performing research with the ESP32's Bluetooth abilities. My speciality is CAN Bus so I have no clue on Bluetooth. The instruction here is second to none. I find it easy and informative. Just got a subscriber!

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Thank you so much for these very valuable videos in website about all things robotics hobbiest.. Your demeanor and teaching style is very easy to understand and calming to listen to. I look forward to much more time spent with you and your teachings.

[@BatsAwesomeIn2030]

Using ESP32 for the first time, this video servers as a good introduction to module.

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This is my new favorite channel! Thank you so much!

[@birdybirdy688]

wow, this channel is very good place to learn esp32's! Thanks Bill.

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I still don’t get why you don’t have over a million subscribers?? Your channel is legendary!

[@naboulsikhalid7763]

THIS WAS MY LESSON OF THE DAY, AND i AM GRATEFUL. thank YOU A LOT

[@garyreid9661]

Excellent video introduction to the ESp32. Thank you for doing this, I like your videos because you are very thorough and concise in your explanations. Thanks again, it has helped me out tremendously!

[@guidovlaere]

Thanks for your super good tutorial! This help me a lot! I'm a great fan of your tutorials! Thanks from the Netherlands!

[@johnchlond9775]

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Fantastic tutorial Bill. Many thanks for all the work that you have done to make life easy for us all.

[@Holidaytechandcraft]

This video is one of best video in KZbin , which is most suitable for beginners in ESP32👏👏👏👌

[@pedrosa9991]

Great Tutorial, by following your instructions step by step I have managed to get the ESP32/ LED working on first try, thank you

[@julenibarretxe]

I have come across your videos several times and I love them. Great work.

[@erikschatz348]

You are one of my fovoured channels! Keep on doing in this difficult times.

[@martinmendez695]

A little correction for WiFi Access Point. At 24:40, it is mentioned to change the Default IP, but it does not work as said. Use: IPAddress ip(192, 168, 0, 1); IPAddress mask(255, 255, 255, 0); WiFi.softAPConfig(ip, ip, mask); WiFi.softAP(ssid);

[@SuperToughnut]

He's like a young Mr. Wizard for electronics! Fantastic!

[@stl-xx5rq]

There's a modular system called M5Stack which also uses the ESP32. It has modules which are stacked on top of each other with the core placed above all other modules.

[@sushiConPorotos]

Thanks for this amazing tutorial! Just a tip: use a variable to set the pin number instead of hardcoding its value throughout the code.

[@Eightbitswide]

I'm late to the game on these. In spite of the age of this video, this is still solid information. Thank you!

[@flashcorp76]

Good thing I'm subscribed to your knowledgeable channel .......... you deliver just about everything I need ! And the follow up on the web is just perfect. Thanks a million, and keep up the great Videos. I'm probably a couple of years younger than you, but this is like getting back to school, and I just love it ! Goodbye for now :)

[@chiparooo]

So much good stuff in one video! Thank you for sharing!

[@peterhuesmann3956]

Thank you so much Bill. Looks like I'm way behind the curve here but just received an ESP32S today and this helped to get it operational much faster than if going it on my own. I have been working through many of your other presentations as well and they are all excellent.

[@dwsan1tx]

Very well documented. It takes a lot of time to put all this together. Thank you for your hard work helping others.

[@alfcnz]

9:57 The camera is out of focus (the tools on the background are on focus while your face is blurry). Also, with a wider aperture you can get a stronger separation between foreground and background (via the bokeh effect). I hope this help!

[@jaikasar9289]

First of all, You are very good at teaching things and explaining on point with every detail. I have a request to make a video on interfacing ESPwroom32 with an Female audio jack for sound output with code

[@bertbrecht7540]

I feel like I got the information of a 300 page book in a 45 minute video. Such fun to work through all of your examples. You are a master teacher and the precision and detail you put into your work is beautiful. The Repete Timer was the only one that did not work for me. Perhaps because the board that I have is not the S version. Be careful on Amazon, I thought I ordered the S version but should have looked at the pin-outs to see that it was not the same as the one you are using.

[@UrvishSoni]

Most awaited from the workshop!! 😁 😁 😁 Greatttt one! 😁 😁

[@wh0tube]

I feel like I’ve been under a rock! Blew my mind! Thank you so much 😊 👍

[@sunpeter8260]

Thank you Bill! I learned a lot from this very comprehensive video! I have been playing with Arduino and ESP8266, I have a couple ESP32's around but didn't touch them before I watched your video! Excellent tutorial and very versatile dev. board! They are so much more versatile than the ESP8266 and yet so affordable!

[@carlomoiraghi634]

Thak you so much Bill for this great video that made me learn the basics of working with the ESP32. Grazie!

[@rupash88]

Hi, Could you do a video on how to read Data sheets properly, what we need to watch out for and what isn't so important. I'm sure there are many of us who could benefit from that. Keep up the good work.

[@NemonicanatLarge]

Real men don't need instructions....🤓

[@pieceofcake2057]

@@NemonicanatLarge everyone needs instructions when starting out

[@mr_b_hhc]

​@@NemonicanatLargethey do, they just don't read them 😝

[@sandunmeesara]

well organized and very comprehensive! Thank you for doing these videos! Its very Helpful!

[@mibo8130]

Thanks for this tutorial ! As the name suggests, it is a good introduction to the ESP32. Explained in a pleasant way, without overwhelming the audience with the numerous features of this controller. I will definitely watch other videos of you on this.

[@kvnptl4400]

This is excellent tutorial and detail info video about ESP32. I highly recommend this video to everyone who's starting with ESP32. Thank you for making this/

[@fatonisodiq9341]

You're the best teacher ever 🙏👍

[@tubeDude48]

Thanks for covering a device I've ignored. Now I'm interested. Thanks Bill There's such a variety, it's hard to decided which one to buy! --- BTW, as of: 04/02/2020 the current version of Arduino IDE is: *1.8.12*

[@yanliliu2648]

Makerfocus website have all kinds of ESP32 Module ( OV2640 CAMERA / ESP32 LORA DEVELOPMENT BOARD WIFI BLUETOOTH WITH 0.96INCH OLED DISPLAY AND 2DBI ANTENNA)

[@VeryMuchBlessed]

Finally got my ESP32 hooked up and running thanks to you. Very much appreciated!

[@t4mor4]

Great "Getting Started" guide to ESP32.

[@zdzisiekkolmaga6383]

Thanks a lot, you are perfect teacher. I appreciate your elegant and practical lessons. Wish you the best and energy to create next movies 🙂