In a previous article, we looked at connecting various kinds of Arduino hardware to your Mac. Here's how to get started programming on them to create your own projects.

Two new development kits that require Arduino programming skills could make it easier for the do-it-yourself set to build electronics and wearable devices.

An Arduino is a popular open-source single-board microcontroller. Learn how to program one and let the possibilities take shape.

Nicer models may have different vibration patterns, but if you really want to experiment—and try out your programming chops—you can create your own vibration patterns with an Arduino.