3 Arduino Jargon Terms That Confuse Everybody

This video tutorial introduces and explains three common jargon terms related to Arduino: Arduino shields, Arduino pins, and breakout boards. Arduino shields are additional circuit boards that expand the capabilities of an Arduino board, such as adding GPS functionality. Arduino pins are the metal prongs on a microcontroller used for input and output connections. Breakout boards are small printed circuit boards with specific circuits, like temperature sensors, that connect to Arduino boards but are generally less expensive than shields.

What is the purpose of learning Arduino jargon?

• To make programming more difficult

• To avoid using Arduino altogether

• To understand and effectively use Arduino components

• To confuse beginners

What is an Arduino shield?

• A power source for Arduino boards

• A type of Arduino programming language

• A separate circuit board that adds functionality to an Arduino

• A protective cover for Arduino boards

How does a GPS shield enhance an Arduino board?

• By providing internet connectivity

• By reducing power consumption

• By adding GPS functionality

• By increasing processing speed

What are Arduino pins used for?

• To power the Arduino board

• To connect the Arduino to a computer

• To store data

• To read inputs and create outputs

How do breakout boards differ from Arduino shields?

• They are used only for power supply

• They are smaller and generally less expensive

• They plug directly on top of the Arduino

• They are larger and more expensive