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New Learning Path:Learn How to Run AI on Edge Devices-Arduino Nano RP2040

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+### Arduino Nano RP2040
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+To get started with your first **TinyML project**, a great option is the **Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect**. Built by Arduino, it uses the powerful **RP2040 microcontroller** and is fully supported by the Arduino core package. The board comes with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and an onboard IMU—features that make it ideal for deploying machine learning models at the edge.
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+![example image alt-text#center](Images/nano.png "Arduino Nano RP2040")
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+Its compatibility with popular tools like Edge Impulse and the Arduino IDE makes it a beginner-friendly yet powerful choice for TinyML applications. You can learn more about the Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect on the [official Arduino website](https://store.arduino.cc/products/arduino-nano-rp2040-connect-with-headers?_gl=1*1laabar*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTk1Nzk5OTUwMS4xNzQ2NTc2NTI4*_ga_NEXN8H46L5*czE3NDY1NzY1MjUkbzEkZzEkdDE3NDY1NzY5NTkkajAkbDAkaDE1MDk0MDg0ODc.).
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+## Put everything together
+
+### Step 1: Connect the LED to the Arduino Nano RP2040
+
+To visualize the output of the voice command model, we will use a simple LED circuit.
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+### Components Needed
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+- Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect
+- 1x LED
+- 1x 220Ω resistor
+- Breadboard and jumper wires
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+#### Circuit Diagram
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+- **Anode (long leg) of the LED** → Connect to **GPIO pin D2** via the 220Ω resistor
+- **Cathode (short leg)** → Connect to **GND**
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+![example image alt-text#center](Images/LED_Connection.png "Figure 14. Circuit Connection")
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+![example image alt-text#center](Images/LED_Connection_Schematic.png "Figure 15. Circuit Schematic Connection")
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+### Step 2: Set Up the Arduino IDEs
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+To program and deploy your trained model to the Arduino Nano RP2040, you first need to configure your development environment.
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+Follow the detailed setup instructions provided in the following learning path:
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+[Arduino Nano RP2040 Setup Guide](https://learn.arm.com/install-guides/arduino-pico/)
+
+This guide will walk you through:
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+- Installing the Arduino IDE
+- Adding the board support package for the Nano RP2040
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+{{% notice Note %}}
+**Note:** Follow every instruction in the guide **except** `How do I set up the Raspberry Pi Pico W?`, as it is not needed for this project.
+{{% /notice %}}
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+### Step 3: Select Your Board and Port in the Arduino IDE
+
+First, open the **Arduino IDE**.
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+To select your board:
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+1. Go to **Tools** > **Board**.
+2. From the list, choose **Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect**.
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+To select your port:
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+1. Connect your Arduino board to your computer using a USB cable.
+2. Go to **Tools** > **Port**.
+3. Select the port labeled with your board’s name, e.g., `COM4 (Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect)` or `/dev/cu.usbmodem...` on macOS.
+
+*Your Arduino IDE is now ready to upload code to the Arduino Nano RP2040.*