WLED Addressable Light Platform Workshop

1 Bellis Fair Parkway #618,Bellingham WA 98226

06 March, 2022

Description

WLED is a feature rich firmware / interface for controlling LEDs over wifi. No programming needed. Control LED strip lights using your phone! We will teach you how to use WLED to: Connect to your Smart Home (Alexa / Google Home)Control the WLED strip from an app on your phone / computerRun XLights (scripted control for music to light shows)LEDFX (Sound to lights)Connect to a time server to display timeControl 1000's of addressable LEDsControl analog LED stripsChange programs based on button presses or timers.You will leave with a controller and an LED strip communicating with each other. Instructor bio: Tony Baltazar ([email protected]) has been teaching Arduino and related classes for 4 years. He has made my projects using Arduino including a garden management system, a boat race timer, color changing light sabers and many more awesome things. Important Information  COVID-19: Too keep everyone safe; masks and social distancing are required at Makerspace. Maximum class size has been reduced to allow for social distancing. Ages: 12 and up Class fees: All class fees include materials. If you are a current Bellingham Makerspace member or scheduled volunteer you may select the discounted member registration. The financially challenged are encouraged to request a 50% off, no questions asked, scholarship discount. Simply email the request to the instructor. Volunteers may be eligible for training discounts. Cancellations: All classes have a minimum number of participants. If the instructor specified number is not reached 24hrs before the class is scheduled to start, the class will be cancelled and any registrations refunded (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). Refund policy: You may request a refund from Eventbrite no later than 24hrs before the class starts (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). After that point instructors and participants are committed and we won't be able to provide any refunds. Other FAQs When and where to arrive? We are located in the Bellis Fair Mall, in the Dick's Sporting Goods wing. What to bring/not to bring? A laptop or smart phoneIs there an age limit? Yes 13 years old and up. Other questions? Email us at [email protected] Bellingham Makersapce is a volunteer run non-profit creative workshop that provides access to tools, education, technology, professional development, and a vibrant community of collaborative people.  Active membership, classes, and donations allow us to continue to provide the valuable resource to the community.  We encourage people to share their skills and interests through volunteering, teaching, or membership.