An Introduction to Microcontrollers

[@Cynical_Engineer]

Doing an assignment on instrumentation using microcontrollers. This covered pretty much everything I wanted to know, thank you.

[@vayneshade]

This was a huge help! I'm in a Systems Dynamics and Control class and we are programming a microcontroller for our first lab but we have never even been taught what a microcontroller is, this has been very helpful :)

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[@foreverseethe]

Not to be snarky because I didn't know what it was either. How did you end up taking a class that requires you know it if you didn't know what it was? Was it something like my junior college? Me: "I don't know what major i should study." GC: "Well, what do you like, what are into?" Me: "Hmmm. Well I like movies!" GC: "This is your major. Video Arts and Technology."

[@mrschnider6521]

your being sarcastic right? this was the so pathetic, this kid is struggling to understand what a microcontroller is. Its just cheap lightweight computer that runs a single application to do replace creating a circuit with the logic in it. if i want to take in a temperature from the user, then turn on the heat until the temperature reaches the one specified by the user and turn off the circuit. This circuit would cost like 300$ to make without a microcontoller, with one it costs about 20 bucks to get a couple buttons, microcontroller, relay, and small oled screen. the code ran by the microcontroller eliminates the need for purpose built circuitry. Instead of china making 600 thousand different circuit boards for 800k different products they can just make amicrocontorller and a few boards for different applications. this increases innovation, time to market, and reduces supply chain complexity. Im just learnign this today, and i canexplain it better than this wad.

[@harshvardhansharma5850]

11 years later and this video still is amazing. Can't say much but big companies refer to this video for freshers to get started on microcontrollers.

[@user-pt-au-hg]

We need more instructors like yourself, include the math, theory and a bit of casual explanation, and you have a nice tutorial series, thanks again. :)

[@atraps7882]

I'm a backend dev looking to self-teach some embedded systems engineering and your videos are really good introductory material for me. Apart from the EM course I had in sem2 of my first year, I don't have any practical knowledge about electronics beyond that. All we learnt there was plugging in numbers into the right equations. So thank you for providing this free and valuable knowledge. Of course, I also took basic computer architecture, logic design and OS courses but they were mostly theoretical and we never got our hands dirty actually making those circuits.

[@democracyforall]

Which is the best micro controller?

[@dqui8677]

I literally just need a micrcontroller to make a motor spin once every time I press a button, but i had no clue what it was this was really helpful.

[@rohitsen2046]

Dude, both your slide and demonstration were great, and thanks to your slow teaching, I got to learn easily

[@chanc8r38]

i am a degree student in electronic/computer Eng and i found it very good as a summary of what micro controllers are and there uses easy for me but very good for beginners wish had seen this 4 years ago :)

[@crachemozell532]

Well, if it was out then, hah. I hope your career goes well, I also wish to be an electrical engineer and I want to know EVERYTHING about it down to the exact chemistry and physics.

[@mmmmSmegma]

This was fucking awesome. You answered all my questions in a short, easy to understand, no-nonsense way.

[@xuzhao4946]

Just spent a whole morning watching your videos! Thank you so much for making them❤ Your explanations are solid and clear with a touch of humor and the high quality visuals are great for understanding some tricky concepts. Inside my course at university I kind of passively follows the content, but your videos are really engaging and reminds me of why I wanted to learn engineering - it's fun!

[@allaryyan6608]

Thank you for this video, our professor did not explain properly what these things are and we were supposed to start working with them. Your effort is deeply appreciated : )

[@Bob-zg2zf]

This video is the clearest one on microcontroller on youtube. I love SSW.

[@abughouth8059]

Dear Sir.... I am sure 1000s of people would badly need such precious gift... On behalf of all I would like to thank you so very much for your patience and care.... Isam

[@zalmaisape4526]

Believe me I cant express it in words!!! The best presentation I have seen till now ,very much informative ,lots of knowledge covered in in short : without missing a single part every sentence was informative THANK YOU so much ,waiting for next lecture

[@ballisticjazz7458]

Great job on this tutorial. I love the way you broke everything down into layman's terms. You made it super easy to understand all of the concepts that you discussed. Many thanks!!!

[@josephbonheur3053]

The great teacher ever existed, thanks for your guidance

[@brianbaker8625]

I was looking everywhere online for info on how to "make a pcb do what I want it to." But all I got were hits on "how to create/design a board." It was so frustrating! Then I came across the word "microcontroller" in a forum. Shortly after, I found this video. Bam! It is everything I needed to get started in the right direction! Thank you so much and a job well done on your first video.

[@younglovenkolonzi9946]

Two years later I see a kindo video I been looking for regarding microcontrollers.. Thanks I loved it.

[@nukalanagamallishwar3793]

one of the finest explain I have ever heard... good attempt on making a good video on first attempt...

[@hikaaryo8644]

it's a joy to watch from start to finish thank u sir !!

[@KingZuluKing]

dude this video was great for teaching and as tutorial. maybe one of the best to get an general overview for people away from this field. thanks a lot and keep up the good work !!!

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

Thanks! Even though I know people like this video, I cringe every time I watch/listen to it haha.

[@TheMadMagician87]

@@SolidStateWorkshop Still good information, and we all love the aim of your channel, it's really appreciated.

[@25.7M-subscrib...]

Thanks a lot🎉 I guess you made the video from a cold environment. Can feel your struggle with a blocked nose. Love it

[@vaultvon2126]

i haven't watch other microcontrollers video but i feel that this is a very great video to start with microcontrollers. thank you.

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

I'm trying! Very busy lately. Thank you very much.

[@luisalfredoacostaurgelles940]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to learn about introduction to electronics a basic approach try Sovallo Circuits Expert Fixer (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some decent things about it and my mate got cool results with it.

[@thanhphongtran9808]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else needs to find out about how to make basic electronic circuits try Bablim Electronics Booster ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my mate got excellent results with it.

[@admin8784]

would you continue with your videos?

[@joseriera8245]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to discover understanding electronics basics try Elumpa Circuits Expert Alchemist (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my brother in law got cool results with it.

[@MasegoMolekoa-wi8iw]

Yesssssssss, it all makes sense now. Thanks Tim, you're doing a great job.

[@Jax757]

You are extremely thorough and I am completely greatful that you exist in a world so interested in quick paths to great complexities. Thank you!

[@ynnebbenny]

I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation. You have enlightened me greatly on this subject. In 50 and just getting into electronics. (mid life crisis for wimps) I love my Arduino board. The potential with micro controllers is amazing. Thanks.

[@daviddigregorio7465]

Nice job Tim! I will share it with our Engineering and Design teacher at your Dad's high school!

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

David DiGregorio Haha, hey I know that name! Thanks. Sorry I had the sniffles this whole video!

[@magicnier211]

If only my University lecturer were like you .. electronic life would have been fun

[@adaminsanoff]

OMG! This is awesome! It was so easy to understand! More please!

[@joseriera8245]

I\'m not sure but ,if anyone else is searching for how to make digital circuits try Elumpa Circuits Expert Alchemist (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my cousin got great results with it.

[@adaminsanoff]

@@joseriera8245 perhaps it is fake?

[@jrgs906]

This was a really well put together video. Very informative without being too boring or dry.

[@user-ih1dx6wn9c]

you are the best! you to me explain everything Thank you very much for this video

[@KirillKovalevskiy]

Great video. Looking forward to see more.

[@ClericHeretic]

Dang, I wish you made more. Excellent!

[@timothymcgrath839]

Thanks for the video. I especially appreciated the distinction between microcontrollers and microprocessors. Looking forward to doing some microcontroller projects.

[@Aluminata]

I may - or may not be confused - but I definitely know a lot more than before I watched this vid.

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

Hi, I added a few lines at the bottom of the video description for a Creative Commons license if that’s what you need/want. You can use my presentation(s) as you wish. If you find something wrong or want to improve it, you are more than welcome. It’s not necessary, but it would be nice if you mentioned the original source (me).

[@johnbalimunsahe4779]

hope this finds you tim, i have watched all the videos and i love your lessons but i am just wondering if you can do a tutorial on transistor, all kinds. thanks

[@2TheAbbeyClinic]

This is really great! I have always wanted to understand how this stuff works, now I know. Thanks.

[@anjanimaurya3690]

A very good introduction to 'What is a Microcontroller'. Please keep sharing.

[@EduardoMartinez-dm5pp]

"maybe you dont need to watch this video because you are a genious" hahahaha I just loved your sarcasm XD this is a great video! i'm planning to do my engineer specialty in computers and such.

[@babakimangholi1913]

Excellent introduction. I recommended your video to anyone who wants to know about micro controller. It allowed a friend of mine to just buy a development kid and start working on it. Many people do not need to know detailed of micro controller but need to use it. Of course for many EE people your course can be slow but not every one is EE. please continue to have these kind of user friendly videos. My friend thanked me and bought a development kid as he no longer was scared. Two thumps up for you for educating general people.

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[@mirzaabj]

I am Working on IOT (Embedded Devices) and this video really help me . Thanks dear,

[@manishdhakal9379]

Make another tutoral fast. You are just amazing. Your videos really helped me.

[@alonsobrenes6295]

Thanks a lot! Great for Vocational High School Beginners!

[@belloamadu3773]

I'm really happy with your presentation. It's comprehensive and helpful to beginners. Keep it up sir.

[@yizhiqian5219]

Wow. This video is insane. Really enjoy watching the video you made.

[@user-yz5sn9nt2w]

wow, I just loved it ....... Awesome, all of the concepts were made so simple

[@cliffordmugivhela173]

i got 97% on my assignment on microcontrollers, thanks

[@daisy-fb5jc]

It's your first video. It's pretty slow, but you cover so many stuff, which is very helpful. Thank you for posing this video!! Hope you can pose more to help students like me!!

[@sekander1253]

Great video, many thanks for this. Keep on trucking.

[@velerotao]

The best video since Star Trek (original series), really educational, the next my kids must see if want to use a videogame console

[@coledowrick6448]

from the bottom up no stone unturned!!! i already knew much of what was covered but you presented the information and a much more systematic and organized fashion making it more easily usable! and most definitely drilled home the 'if this, then that" cause/effect relationship with micro chips well done

[@sbbg6784]

Great job sir better understanding from slides thanks sir...

[@centralv5492]

Seems you've spelled introduction accurately relaxed. Thanks!

[@JohnKhalil]

dude , that explanation was absolutely amazing

[@simp3525]

Very Well Explained ! Thanks

[@Dherreiros]

Tim, EXCELLENT video, well explained. Go on,don't worry about losers that criticizes your job, the way you speak or the way you write, they'll always be there doing their job "doing nothing but hinder" they are a necessary evil, like a fly on the pie...

[@melsewb4549]

it is a very very good tutore with good explanation as well as pronouncetion without any speedy. I like it. keep going on. thanks.

[@habibjinadu9188]

Thank you for the intro to microcontrollers!

[@pradeepjagdale7768877650]

Best explanation I could get...... Thank you sir..............

[@mnzubyk]

Dude, the content you produce is so good. Thanks for sharing.

[@rammuga1341]

Beautiful content , very useful and every second is worth. but, Wondering why there are no videos from this great person.

[@AlnChristopher05]

Really enjoyed watching this video, thanks for the easy to understand approach you took in explaining what a Microcontroller is.

[@lucysluckyday]

Good summary. A microcontroller has no operating system running. i.e. they basically do nothing until you write code and run it up to do something. I am currently writing a small OS for my uC to allow multi-threading, but that basically means including the "OS" to do that within your actual codebase - which I need for real-time scheduling and responding to HW interrupts.

[@surajshukla1787]

Thanks for putting this up it means a lot

[@nguyenminhhoang1417]

it really helps me a lot for a beginner who started studying about microcontroller. Hoping your channel will be more more popular, and the videos get more views.

[@bibhu_107]

really good one, best video to start microcontroller

[@papermate408]

Thank you so much for sharing this! It was very helpful for someone who needed an introduction to microcontrollers! :)

[@filthexposer8420]

Thank you, very good tutorial, you are a natural teacher, well done for a first time, I would like to watch and listen to more of your tutorials.

[@asadoyo7181]

very good info insightful ....... more questions ill have soon ... thanks

[@abdulfataiabdulwahab1039]

This was really helpful. God bless you sir

[@hoola_amigos]

This is a one of a kind explanation cuz it made me stick to it loosing track of time.!!

[@phana0071]

Thanks Tim! I'm new to electronics and want to learn more. Your video has helped me learn heaps. Thanks again for a fantastic video!

[@aravindkasarla2683]

best video on microcontrollers

[@BjornPicavet-HLW]

Hi solid state, Thank you for your vids. It helps me a lot to get started in electronics. Your explanation is very clear

[@joshsnailz]

Nice videos covering the basics . Thanks

[@MultiAsteroides]

Thank you for this video. It saves me from so many confusing concepts.

[@9490294443]

Its very nice for me, i come to know basics of micro controller. audio and video clarity is also good. thank you.

[@allisnow6570]

GREAT INTRO RELATIVE TO THE BASICS MICROCONTROLLERS

[@cloviscareca]

Microcontrollers are the best thing out this world.

[@whitenorthstar]

Very well explained thank you! Do more videos please as the way you explain things is very down to earth and understandable for the common man,

[@GRRM-b2v]

thank you very much....I enjoyed your presentation....God Bless You

[@atsul.7943]

Your introduction to Microcontrollers was very informative. There was a lot I learnt from this tutorial as a beginner. God bless. looking forward to other related videos from you. Nice work and keep up the good work.

[@Portal12345678910]

I'D SAY THAT WAS THE BEST VIDEO I'D SEEN ON THE INTERNET. GOOD JOB AND MAKE MORE VIDEOS ON WHATEVER, MAINLY ELECTRONICS!

[@em2129]

Thank you for this free education :)

[@vinayakkulkarni1688]

Interesting Sir. Should have watched 5 years back.

[@Mohamedayyas123]

Why bro?

[@aliwaqas691]

Thank you very much sir. I just watched the video and i get basic information about MC. Before watching video i just knew that MC is very complex to understand but the way you describe each part its become easy for me. Once again Thank you very much sir

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

You're welcome. I'm glad I could help!!

[@cw4608]

Don’t stop making your videos please!

[@manojkumargoud5962]

Super presentation for starters.

[@mountaintopable]

Tim your vid is awesome. I liked the organization of your presentation.

[@franclineachiando4936]

Great tutorials Can recommende some books also specifically on microcontroller

[@mohammadrezazamanian5514]

wow!!! that was incredible tim. thanks a lot for your information. keep up the good work!!! loved it!!!

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

Thank you good sir.

[@mother-fng-bonswa3612]

his first video, this guy got talent

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

Your other comments aren't showing up on the video (but I did get notifications for them). I'll answer here. First, thank you. Microcontrollers are soldered to a printed circuit board. Older chips might use through-hole pins (i.e. DIP package). Soldering those pins is very easy. Surface mount packages like SOIC are a little trickier but you can still use a regular soldering iron and lots of flux to get the job done. The most difficult package to solder is a BGA. The "pins" on a BGA are tiny balls of solder. The pins are not exposed (as they are underneath the chip). To solder these, you must perfectly align the chip on the circuit board pads and then apply hot air to "reflow" the solder balls and make connection with the board. It is possible, but definitely takes some practice.

[@mother-fng-bonswa3612]

thanks a lot, yes i deleted the comment cause i tough it maybe smart to google first before been lazy. I saw on a video they indeed solder and desolder with some heather, but if you expose che chip to long in the heath it can damage the chip.

[@rmhutchins7]

I enjoyed your video. It was very helpful. Thank you!

[@londonoalex]

DUDE it was an awesome FIrst video!!! Seriously, I'm going to look into this more because of you. :) Thank you. Now the only down side is ... this means you have to make more videos now to get your viewers to the next level ;) Hopefully you come up with a whole tutorial for a basic project that we can follow along. Good stuff so far.

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

Thanks man. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I almost cringe every time I watch this video because I know it could be so much better!

[@londonoalex]

+Solid State Workshop that's how it usually works as you get better. GL

[@SolidStateWorkshop]

+londonoalex absolutely. Just part of the process. Thank you

[@automatedcuriosity3518]

agreed!

[@manishdhakal9379]

@@SolidStateWorkshop could you please make a video of logic gates?

[@Slacker4o]

Thank you very much, super useful for a beginner like me. I understood everything!

[@dachabo6]

wow first vid...handled it like a pro! Enjoyed the video very much. Thanks.

[@sudhirpatil3434]

Nice explanation of a complex component! thx- u made things simple for us!

[@KiranGorad]

Thank you very much for such nice intro to uc

[@casmiroparaugo7794]

Very good intro to microcontroller.