Oyvind's Circuit Tips: What circuit should I start with?

Let's say I only got one chance to convince you that electronics is "worth it" - what circuit would I tell you to build?

I think I would say build the blinking LED circuit.

When you know how to blink a light, you know the "secret" behind a lot of circuits.

You can use it to build a turn signal for your motorbike or to create a blinking Christmas decoration. You can tweak one of the components and create sound. Add a few buttons and create a musical instrument. Add a 4017 chip to create running lights or make a melody box.

This tiny circuit is the basis of so many cool things in electronics!

If you haven't built one yet, I highly recommend it.

Keep On Soldering!
Oyvind @ build-electronic-circuits.com

PS! Whenever you're ready, here are two ways I can help you learn electronics (and both ways involve building a blinking light circuit):

Get the eBook Getting Started With Electronics: A short and beginner-friendly eBook I wrote to help people get started. It contains clear and simple instructions to get started building electronics. Perfect for complete beginners.
Join Ohmify: Ohmify is for people interested in electronics who want to learn skills like PCB design, soldering, and project-building - while also getting a proper understanding of the basics.

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