Make: Electronics: Learning by Discovery: A hands-on primer for the new electronics enthusiast
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Make: Electronics explores the properties and applications of discrete components that are the fundamental building blocks of circuit design. Understanding resistors, capacitors, transistors, inductors, diodes, and integrated circuit chips is essential even when using microcontrollers. Make: Electronics teaches the fundamentals and also provides advice on the tools and supplies that are necessary. Component kits are available, specifically developed for the third edition.
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Publisher : Make Community, LLC; 3rd edition (October 26, 2021)
Language : English
Paperback : 325 pages
ISBN-10 : 1680456873
ISBN-13 : 978-1680456875
Reading age : 9 – 17 years
Item Weight : 1.39 pounds
Dimensions : 8 x 0.68 x 9.75 inches
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Customers find the book easy to understand, with clear explanations and an easy-going style. They say it provides plenty of examples using basic concepts to help grasp electronics easily. Readers also mention the book is a good starting point and provides a solid foundation of principles. In addition, they say it builds on prior learning in small increments. Overall, customers describe the book as good for learning electronics.
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Amazon Customer –
Excellent instruction
Well written, well taught lessons are clear, understandable and establish a good foundation of the principles of the topics of each section. Charles Platt is an amazing teacher. He is also available to answer questions. Great buy.
Mayhem –
Outstanding Clarity, Illustrations & Teaching By Charles Platt – This is the Starting Book you want!
For many years I have been interested in learning electronics, and I have purchased what feels like over a dozen different books, kits or online courses. The material in nearly all of them were written by engineers and it felt like for engineers. Just could not get into them. Additionally, many of the other kits and courses force your to learn Arduios, which I am not against at a future date, but for right now, I want to understand the basics of schematics and working with breadboards. I want to learn the components, what they do and how to plan to use them. I want instruction using a basic multi-meter. Happy to learn about Arduino’s later. Just not what I am still wrapping my mind around the basics.Determined, I decided to just start buying all of the beginner books out there until I found an instructor whose style resonated with me. THIS IS THE BOOK! Just WOW! Such clarity and simplicity to understand. Charles Platt clearly understands how to take a complex subject matter and make it palpable for a beginner like me. That is also not to say his understanding is surface level, he has a very DEEP understanding of electronics and has many additional books on the subject.Suffice it to say, I study his book EVERY MORNING now and am LOVING it. There are some things I need to re-read, but I definitely am having much more success with Make:Electronics 3rd Edition. (Always get the latest editions!)Also, there is an electronics component kit that comes with this book. I highly, HIGHLY recommend getting this kit as well, so you can physically create the breadboards and learn hands on as you go. You will be at a huge learning disadvantage if you do not do these experiments.Thank you Charles Platt! As a teacher myself, I appreciate the effort you have taken to make this difficult subject matter so accessible- I appreciate you!
Eli Clark –
Great beginners book BUT…
This has been a great way to get into electronics for me. I have pretty close to 0 background and so I wanted to start from the absolute beginning, and this book has been excellent for that. BUT, a word of caution. I will say that if you want to follow along exactly with this book, you should get the book first, and then buy one of the two kits from different companies that has the specific parts the author is talking about. They are listed in the back of the book. I purchased a kit before this book that has probably 70% of the parts he uses, but some resistors are rated slightly differently than what he uses for instance, and if you truly are starting from the beginning like I was, then all of the sudden I’m trying not only to learn what the author is saying, but also worrying about whether or not something will work because I have the wrong part or if it’s because I did something wrong. That being said, at the end of the book there is an appendix so you can buy individual parts which is what I’m looking at, but in hindsight, even though the kits aren’t cheap, it would have been so much easier and probably not much more expensive to just buy the kits pre-made. So, in summation, I recommend the book, but I wish I would have also bought the kit the author recommends. If you don’t have that kit, you won’t be able to dive right in and it’ll take some extra research and extra time to get the parts to really get into the book and follow along exactly.
Randolph D Greathouse –
Good book
This is a good book, easy to understand
Albert –
Great starting point for beginners!
Book is very well-written and although it is very informative, authorâs style is easy-going and down to earth, so it reads easy and doesnât overwhelm you. Provides plenty of examples using basic concepts to help you grasp electronics easilyâ¦wish I had this book back when I was a kid, it would have made electronics MUCH easier for me!I would say this book is best targeted to young adult readers and adults alike, but perhaps a curious kid may understand it as well!
Amazon Customer –
easy to understand for a beginner
pretty easy to follow if you have some basic understanding of electronics or even if you dont and want to gain a better idea.
Freiday –
A whole new world opened for me
I ordered this book after buying a “build your own digital clock kit” because I wanted practice soldering (I am an electrician and its one skill that I never tackled). I obviously do have a background in electricity but I feel he explains it very well for someone who does not, it may not be a good book for someone under the age of 12 though. Anyways I ordered it after being curious of the components in the kit I had made, very glad that I did because I ended up reading the book in two days, then ordered the this third edition as soon as it came out. Everything is extremely well explained, also with some interesting history of things mixed in. I felt most of the projects were useful and made most of them myself. After this book showed me the things I could actually do (never thought it was in my ability to make electronics) I have been doing a lot of little projects for myself and learned about Arduino (which is also talked about in the book). Bottom line: If you are interested in making (or modifying) electronics this is the best book I have read to get going on it (I have got other books since that seem to focus too much on the math to get someone interested).
Evgeny Adamenkov –
I’m very happy that I finally got such an approachable book that explains electronics. Much recommended.
Angélica –
Leitura leve, simples e completa. Vale a pena
James –
I recently delved into the fascinating realm of electronics, and it all began with “Make: Electronics.” This isn’t just a book; it’s an insightful guide that unveils the inner workings of circuit design.Empowering Knowledge:As I flipped through its pages, I found a wealth of knowledge about resistors, capacitors, transistors, and more â the very building blocks of electronics. “Make: Electronics” helped me understand the intricate dance of these components in creating the devices we use every day. It’s not just theory; it’s a gateway to a deeper understanding.Learning Experience:My journey with this book was enlightening. It simplifies complex concepts, making them accessible to both newcomers and those with some prior knowledge. What truly sets it apart is the hands-on approach. Through practical experiments and projects, I didn’t just read about electronics; I experienced it. It’s an educational adventure that’s as enjoyable as it is informative.Tools and Supplies:”Make: Electronics” doesn’t stop at theory; it offers valuable guidance on the tools and supplies you’ll need for your own electronics explorations. It’s like having a trusted mentor by your side, ensuring you’re well-equipped for your DIY endeavors.Inspiration and Creativity:One of the most inspiring aspects of this book is its encouragement of creativity. It sparks your imagination and challenges you to apply what you’ve learned. The inclusion of component kits tailored for the third edition is a brilliant touch, allowing you to put your newfound skills to practical use.In conclusion, “Make: Electronics” is more than just a book; it’s a window into the world of electronics. Whether you’re taking your first steps or you’re already an enthusiast, this book offers invaluable knowledge and hands-on experience that will deepen your appreciation for electronics. My journey with this book has been immensely rewarding, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone curious about the inner workings of technology. It’s an invitation to explore, learn, and create in the realm of electronics.
Mira Hedl –
Simple, but fun.Covers concepts.Guy understands what he speaks about as well as what a beginner needs to hear.I wish I got my hand on it when I was 15yo.
JOAN S. DURAN –
Es un buen libro para iniciarse en la electrónica. Sirve para conocer la teorÃa y funcionamiento de una manera práctica. Da una buena base para más tarde ampliar conocimentos por otras fuentes. La única pega es que alguno de los componentes que utiliza, al ser del mercado americano, son difÃcules de encontrar aquÃ