Arduino is an inexpensive open source electronic prototyping platform for artists, designers, hackers, and makers. Come to this class to learn the basics of Arduino. A basic understanding of how computers work would be a good idea.
Tyler Moskowite is a Programmer and Web Intern for MAKE. He avid hacker of new technologies include the Arduino and Android platforms. Tyler also worked for MAKE as an Engineering Intern from 2009 to 2011 where he gained much of his DIY expertise. He has also presented about Arduino at Maker Faire New York 2011, East Bay Mini Maker Faire, and Android Open.