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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build IoT applications using SwiftIO and hardware components.

  • Control LEDs, buttons, sensors, and interface with Wi-Fi for communication.

  • Create interactive applications and games like Tic-Tac-Toe and Morse Code.

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March 2026

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This course is part of the SwiftIO Micro - Using Swift Code with Electronics & IoT Tech Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Dive into the exciting world of IoT with SwiftIO Playground. In this hands-on course, you'll embark on 46 unique playground projects, ranging from basic LED control to complex applications such as weather stations, accelerometer-based locks, and even Tic-Tac-Toe games. Each project helps you build real-world IoT systems using Swift code and hardware, empowering you to develop interactive, smart applications. Starting with simple tasks like blinking LEDs and controlling buttons, you’ll advance to more intricate projects like creating a weather station, controlling movement with an accelerometer, and even programming musical instruments. As you move forward, you'll be working with various sensors, Wi-Fi connectivity, and LCD displays. The course follows a structured approach, allowing you to progress step by step, building your IoT knowledge and skills. This course is perfect for beginners with no prior experience in hardware programming. It’s ideal for those who want to learn IoT concepts through interactive projects using SwiftIO. No prior knowledge of electronics or Swift coding is required, though a curiosity for technology and electronics will be beneficial. By the end of the course, you will be able to build your own IoT projects, interface with hardware components, manage sensors, control actuators like LEDs and buzzers, and use Wi-Fi to fetch and store data.

In this module, we will guide you through the setup process for SwiftIO, ensuring that your development environment is ready for hardware interfacing. You’ll learn how to connect SwiftIO to your devices and begin your first steps in hardware development.

What's included

1 video2 readings1 assignment

1 video•Total 9 minutes
  • Setting Up the Software - Interfacing with the Hardware•9 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
  • Introduction to the Course 'IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground'•10 minutes
  • Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Setting Up the Software - Interfacing with the Hardware - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into the SwiftIO Playground and start with beginner-friendly projects, such as blinking LEDs and controlling RGB lights. You'll progressively work through more advanced projects involving sensors, displays, and even wireless communication, all while learning valuable programming and hardware skills.

What's included

46 videos1 reading3 assignments

46 videos•Total 537 minutes
  • Playground Project 1 - LED Blink - Blinky (Hello World)•13 minutes
  • Playground Project 2 - LED Blink - RGB LED•7 minutes
  • Playground Project 3 - LED Blink - LED - Morse Code•9 minutes
  • Playground Project 4 - LED Blink - LED Blink with a Timer•5 minutes
  • Playground Project 5 - LED Control with Buttons - Momentary LED Switch•11 minutes
  • Playground Project 6 - LED Control with Buttons - LED Switch Using Interrupt•7 minutes
  • Playground Project 6b - LED Control with Buttons - Debounce Explained•3 minutes
  • Playground Project 7 - LED Control with Buttons - Toggle LED Switch•4 minutes
  • Playground Project 8 - LED Control with Buttons - 2-Way LED Switches•5 minutes
  • Playground Project 9 - LED Control with Buttons - On-Off Buttons•3 minutes
  • Playground Project 9b - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - Buzzer - Duty Cycle & Frequency•20 minutes
  • Playground Project 10 - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - Playing a Scale•4 minutes
  • Playground Project 11 - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - Breathing LED•5 minutes
  • Playground Project 12 - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - Button Dimmer•5 minutes
  • Playground Project 13 - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - Reflex Game - Serial Monitor•7 minutes
  • Playground Project 14 - Buzzer & LED w-PWM - LED Pattern Change•14 minutes
  • Playground Project 15 - Potentiometer - Reading Input•9 minutes
  • Playground Project 16 - Potentiometer - Pitch Control•6 minutes
  • Playground Project 17 - Potentiometer - LED Dimmer•8 minutes
  • Playground Project 18 - Potentiometer - LED Blink Control•9 minutes
  • Playground Project 19 - Potentiometer - Double LED Dimmer•10 minutes
  • Playground Project 20 - Potentiometer - Playing Tones•11 minutes
  • Playground Project 21 - Temp & Humidity Measurement - Read Temp and Humidity•21 minutes
  • Playground Project 22 - Temp & Humidity Measurement - Avg Temp & Humidity•11 minutes
  • Playground Project 23 - RTC - Reading Time•23 minutes
  • Playground Project 24 - RTC - Blinking Using RTC•5 minutes
  • Playground Project 25 - RTC - Alarm Clock•15 minutes
  • Playground Project 26 - Movement with Accelerometer - Reading Acceleration•10 minutes
  • Playground Project 27 - Movement with Accelerometer - Accelerometer Dice•8 minutes
  • Playground Project 28 - Movement with Accelerometer - Accelerometer Lock•25 minutes
  • Playground Project 29 - LCD Display - LCD Display•13 minutes
  • Playground Project 30 - LCD Display - Rainbow•20 minutes
  • Playground Project 31 - LCD Display - Scroll Effect•9 minutes
  • Playground Project 32 - LCD Display - Analog Visualizer•10 minutes
  • Playground Project 33 - LCD Display - Acceleration Visualizer•17 minutes
  • Playground Project 34 - Play Music with Speaker - Playing Scales•25 minutes
  • Playground Project 35 - Play Music with Speaker - Music Player•18 minutes
  • Playground Project 36a - UART - Learning UART Communication•18 minutes
  • Playground Project 36b - UART - Serial Echo•17 minutes
  • Playground Project 37 - UART - Serial LED Switch•6 minutes
  • Playground Project 38 - Wi-Fi - Joining Wi-Fi•14 minutes
  • Playground Project 39 - Wi-Fi - Weather•23 minutes
  • Playground Project 40 - WiFi - Temperature/Humidity Data Logger•15 minutes
  • Playground Project 41 - Moving Ball•15 minutes
  • Playground Project 42 - Mastering Morse Code•9 minutes
  • Playground Project 43 - Tic Tac Toe•14 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
  • Conclusion to the Course 'IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground'•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
  • The SwiftIO Playground (Playground Projects)•15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment•60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

The IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground specialization focuses on hands-on projects using the SwiftIO platform to create Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. By learning to interface with various sensors, displays, and actuators, you can develop functional IoT devices with real-time data communication and interaction. This specialization is relevant for anyone wanting to enter the world of IoT development, offering practical skills to design, build, and deploy IoT applications, making it an excellent choice for developers and hobbyists alike.

This specialization takes a project-based approach, teaching learners to develop IoT hardware projects with SwiftIO. You will work on a variety of projects such as controlling LEDs, working with buttons, using potentiometers, and creating communication systems using Wi-Fi and UART. The specialization covers a range of IoT-related topics, including creating weather stations, data loggers, controlling devices with Wi-Fi, and even making interactive games like Tic-Tac-Toe using SwiftIO.

Upon completion of this specialization, you will be able to create functional IoT projects using the SwiftIO platform. You will have the skills to design systems involving LEDs, sensors, displays, and communication protocols such as Wi-Fi and UART. You will also be able to build complex IoT applications like weather stations, movement detectors, and games, giving you the foundation needed to develop your own IoT solutions.

While this specialization is intended for learners with some basic knowledge of electronics, it is still beginner-friendly. You do not need prior experience with Swift programming or advanced electronics concepts to begin. However, a basic understanding of general electronics principles and how to use microcontrollers will help. The specialization includes step-by-step instructions, making it suitable for anyone with an interest in building IoT projects.

This specialization is ideal for learners who want to get hands-on experience with IoT development. Whether you are a hobbyist, aspiring IoT developer, or someone interested in integrating hardware and software using Swift, this specialization will give you the practical skills needed to create IoT solutions. It is also beneficial for individuals looking to expand their knowledge of microcontrollers and Swift-based development.

The IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground specialization takes approximately 6 hours to complete. This is the estimated time to watch the videos and complete all the hands-on projects. Your actual time may vary based on your pace of learning and practice with the projects.

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

If you complete the course successfully, your electronic Course Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Course Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

This course is currently available only to learners who have paid or received financial aid, when available.

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