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How to Create a Pressure Pad Lap Counter Using ESP32 and Node-RED

Offered By: Playful Technology via YouTube

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Node-RED Courses Internet of Things Courses ESP32 Courses

Course Description

Overview

Learn to build a pressure pad lap counter using ESP32 and Node-RED in this 38-minute tutorial. Inspired by Captain Tom Moore's NHS fundraising efforts, create an interactive system that counts laps and updates a dashboard display. Explore hardware setup with an ESP32 and pressure mat sensor, program the ESP32 to send MQTT messages, and develop a Node-RED flow for dashboard updates and sound effects. Gain practical skills in IoT development, sensor integration, and real-time data visualization applicable to escape room puzzles and interactive projects.

Syllabus

00:00- Introduction
01:27- Demonstration
01:54- Hardware
04:25- ESP code
22:00- Node-RED flow
37:19- Wrapup


Taught by

Playful Technology

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