Unlock the small but powerful [Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3], Digi-Key Electronics Follow me Issue 3 is here!

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Unlock the small but powerful [Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3], Digi-Key Electronics Follow me Issue 3 is here! [Copy link]

 

The "Follow me event" is a one-year "Learn technology from technology experts, complete tasks and get cash back" event initiated by DigiKey and EEWORLD. There will be 4 sessions in 2023. Every 3 months, technology experts will recommend development boards/instrument kits with strong playability and learnability, and take everyone to actual operation.
Within the specified time, participants can get cash back on the order fee (the maximum cash back amount is 300 yuan, [labor cash] and [JD card + red envelope] can be selected from two methods). After evaluation, those who complete the task well will also receive additional rewards. The
event aims to bring electronics enthusiasts together to learn practical electronic technology knowledge, accumulate DIY experience together, and become a better self together! Come and join the 3rd issue of Follow me~

Follow me Event details for the 3rd issue: Unlock together [IoT mini development board based on Espressif ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth dual-mode chip ] Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3

1. Activity Process

II. Application

Registration period: From now until October 29, 2023

How to register: Click >> " Register Now " and fill in the application form carefully.

Registration Instructions
1. After the registration is over, we will select the finalists from all the registered users based on their personal information, learning objectives, and submission time. We will announce and email the finalists for matters such as ordering task materials.
2. Any violation such as using a pseudonym or unclear user information will be deemed as an invalid application.

3. This issue's motherboard: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3

Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 is an IoT mini development board based on the Espressif ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth dual-mode chip. ESP32-C3 is a 32-bit RISC-V CPU with powerful computing power, including FPU (floating point unit) for 32-bit single-precision operations. It has excellent RF performance and supports IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 (LE) protocols. As the name suggests, Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 has a small and exquisite appearance and can also be integrated into more complex PCBs through surface mounting.

Appearance Instructions

Features
Powerful CPU: ESP32-C3, 32-bit RISC-V single-core processor, running at up to 160 MHz
Complete WiFi subsystem: compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n protocols, supporting Station mode, SoftAP mode, SoftAP+Station mode, promiscuous mode
Bluetooth LE subsystem: supports Bluetooth 5 and Bluetooth mesh functions
Ultra-low power consumption: deep sleep power consumption is about 43μA
Better RF performance: external RF antenna can be connected
Battery charging chip: supports lithium battery charge and discharge management
Rich on-chip resources: 400KB SRAM, 4MB onboard flash
Ultra-small size: as small as a thumb (20x17.5mm) XIAO series classic form factor, suitable for wearable devices and small projects
Reliable security functions: cryptographic hardware accelerator supporting AES-128/256, hash, RSA, HMAC, digital signature and secure boot
Rich interfaces: 1xI2C, 1xSPI, 2xUART, 11xGPIO (PWM), 4xADC, 1xJTAG
Single-sided component layout, support surface mount design

Dimensions

Pin Diagram

4. Complete the tasks specified in this period

Instructions for the designated tasks in this issue: Participants need to use the required motherboard to complete the first five tasks. Task 6, comprehensive practice, is an optional open-ended task. Participants can also customize the topic to complete the comprehensive practice.
Note: After being shortlisted, you must place an order for the required motherboard specified in the event on the Digi-Key official website.

Task 1: Use MicroPython system (must-do task)
to get familiar with the basic operation of Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 development board, install esptool, and flash the MicroPython system to the development board to complete the operation of the entry program
Matched device: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3

Task 2: Drive the OLED screen on the expansion board (mandatory task)
Use the OLED screen on the expansion board to display text and graphics
Matched devices: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 , Seeed Studio Expansion Board Base for XIAO

Task 3: Control the buzzer to play music (mandatory task)
Use Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 to control the buzzer to emit sounds of different frequencies and play a piece of music
Matched devices: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 , Seeed Studio Expansion Board Base for XIAO

Task 4: Connect to WiFi network (mandatory task)
Connect Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 to WiFi network and access Internet information
Matched devices: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 , Seeed Studio Expansion Board Base for XIAO , RF ANT 2.4GHZ/5.5GHZ PCB TRACE

Task 5: Use external sensors (mandatory task)
to connect ambient light sensors or temperature and humidity sensors, obtain sensor values, and convert them into real physical quantities
Matched devices: Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32C3 , Seeed Studio Expansion Board Base for XIAO , Grove - AHT20 I2C Industrial Grade Temperature and Humidity Sensor , Grove - Light Sensor v1.2

Task 6: Comprehensive practice (optional, not required) : Choose one of the following task requirements to complete, or customize tasks of similar difficulty according to your interests, hobbies and abilities.
■ Subtask 1: Find the location of the WiFi transmitter
Measure the WiFi signal strength in real time, and move the development board to find the location of the WiFi transmitter (such as a router).
■ Subtask 2: Temperature and humidity data logger
Record the values of the temperature and humidity sensors regularly and display them. It can be recorded in the built-in storage of the development board, or the data can be sent to the cloud through the Internet of Things service.
■ Subtask 3: Light-on reminder
Monitor the ambient light intensity. If the light is too dark, remind the user to turn on the light through the screen and buzzer to protect eyesight.

This Period's Rewards

Excellent completion reward: 200 yuan Jingdong card and electric screwdriver, one of them, 10 in total

Technical Information

XIAO ESP32C3 Getting Started Guide
PXIAO ESP32C3 Schematic Diagram
XIAO ESP32C3 Factory Firmware
XIAO ESP32C3 Pinout Documentation

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ESP32-C3 Series Chip Technical Specifications
ESP32 C3 Series Datasheet

lugl4313820

It’s so hard to find such a great activity, it should be placed at the top so that all heroes can participate and practice unparalleled skills!

Tristan_C

Yes, top it up.

lcofjp

Yes, top it up.

老杰瑞

Good activity, top