Electronics Catalyst — Remote Arduino Learning Platform
- Client
- EdTech & IoT platform
- Year
- 2021
- Category
- Internet of Things (IoT)
A two-year side project: an online platform that lets users upload and test code on real Arduino hardware remotely, eliminating the need for physical components. NELSco developed it full-stack, from PCB design to backend and frontend.
A Hardware-in-the-Loop architecture for live interaction with a real Arduino Nano and peripheral modules, with virtual wiring that reduces setup time and eliminates common errors.
Environmental simulation for realistic sensor testing, and full-stack development spanning PCB design, a Python backend, and a JavaScript frontend.
The Challenge
Many learners lack access to hardware, components, and a test bench, and incorrect wiring leads to common errors. The goal was to provide a real Arduino experience remotely, without physical components and with reduced errors and setup time.
Our Approach
A Hardware-in-the-Loop architecture enabled live interaction with a real Arduino Nano and peripheral modules. Virtual wiring reduced setup time and eliminated common errors, and environmental simulation enabled realistic sensor testing. The whole system was built full-stack: PCB design, a Python backend, and a JavaScript frontend.
The Result
The result was a platform that delivered a real Arduino hardware experience remotely without physical components and sharply reduced setup time and user error.
Results
- Test code on real Arduino hardware remotely with no physical components
- Reduced setup time and eliminated common wiring errors
- A full-stack product from PCB design to backend and frontend
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