1.10 What to Do Now

Congratulations! You now have all the basics needed to work on embedded systems with our electrical subteam. We understand that the learning curve is steep and there is a lot to learn, but we're here to support you every step of the way. You will be paired with a senior member or lead who will guide you through the projects and help you learn what to do.

If you're looking for more resources, don't hesitate to reach out to your leads or senior members—they can point you toward additional materials that will enhance your learning. While the upcoming sections of this wiki may get more complicated, they will also provide valuable insights into the electrical subsystem and how to write your own code.

Communication with the Jetson

It's important to note that all the microcontrollers communicate with the Jetson, our main hub or computer. We have communication protocols that extend beyond I2C and PWM, and we use various tools that may be more complex than the Arduino IDE you’ve learned about so far. However, don't let this sound daunting! We're all in this together, and you'll find it rewarding as you grow in your skills.

Explore More Resources

We encourage you to check out the software team’s wiki, especially the Git Tutorial. Git is a version control system that helps manage and track changes to code, while GitHub is a platform that hosts Git repositories online, allowing collaboration and sharing among team members.

All the code you’ve seen so far is available on GitHub, and the wiki you are currently reading from is also hosted there.

Additionally, you might find the Git Cheat Sheet helpful for quick reference as you navigate Git commands.

Conclusion

We are excited to see what you will accomplish as part of our team! Remember, every expert was once a beginner, and with practice and support, you'll be well on your way to mastering embedded systems. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to ask.

Happy coding!