This repository involves designing, assembling, and testing an educational header board for the STM32F103C8 microcontroller, compatible with the Arduino UNO.

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• Core: ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC core.
• Clock Speed: Up to 72 MHz.
• Flash Memory: 64 KB of flash memory for program storage.
• SRAM: 20 KB of static RAM.
• GPIO Pins: 37 general-purpose I/O pins.
• Communication Interfaces:
  • USART: Up to 3 universal synchronous/asynchronous receivers/transmitters.
  • SPI: Up to 2 Serial Peripheral Interfaces.
  • I2C: Up to 2 Inter-Integrated Circuit interfaces.
  • USB: Full-speed USB 2.0 interface.
• Timers:
  • Advanced-control Timers: 1 x 16-bit.
  • General-purpose Timers: 3 x 16-bit.
  • SysTick Timer: 24-bit down counter.
• ADC: 2 x 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters with up to 10 channels.
• DAC: 2 x 12-bit Digital-to-Analog Converters.
• DMA: 7-channel Direct Memory Access controller.
• Operating Voltage: 2.0V to 3.6V.
• Power Consumption: Low-power modes for energy-efficient applications.

• High Performance: ARM Cortex-M3 core delivers high efficiency and performance.
• Rich Peripherals: Integrated peripherals like USB, ADC, DAC, and timers make it suitable for complex applications.
• Flexibility: Supports a wide range of applications, from simple control systems to advanced IoT devices.
• Ease of Development: Extensive support from STM32CubeMX, HAL libraries, and third-party tools like ST-Link.
• Community Support: Large community and extensive documentation available.

• Embedded Systems: Used in various embedded applications due to its robustness and flexibility.
• IoT Devices: Ideal for IoT applications with its low power consumption and communication interfaces.
• Industrial Automation: Suitable for industrial control systems and automation.
• Consumer Electronics: Found in various consumer electronic devices.
• Robotics: Commonly used in robotics for motor control and sensor interfacing.

• IDEs: Keil MDK.
• Programmers: STLINK-V3MINIE.
• Debuggers: STLINK-V3MINIE, Serial debugging via UART, print (using SWO).

Here you'll find a collection of useful links and documents related to the STM32 microcontroller and its applications.
These resources include datasheets, tutorials, and essential tools to get you started and guide you through.

• Altium Library

  All PCB designs across all repositories and projects are built using this Altium Designer component library. It contains a wide range of verified footprints, schematic symbols, and 3D models, ensuring consistency and accuracy in PCB designs. If you're working on a new PCB, using this library will save you time and minimize errors.

• PCB & Electronics Design Training

  This repository is dedicated to learning PCB design and electronics from scratch. It covers everything from circuit theory to practical PCB layout techniques, including routing strategies, best practices, and component placement. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, this resource will help you improve your PCB design skills and create professional-quality boards.

• Microcontroller Training

  This repository offers a comprehensive guide to learning various microcontrollers and how to interface them with different shields. You’ll find tutorials on using and configuring shields, along with hands-on projects to help you get your microcontrollers up and running. Whether you're working with Arduino, STM32, ESP32, or others, this resource will help you understand how to integrate these platforms effectively for your projects.

• STM32 Microcontroller Training

  This repository offers a comprehensive guide to STM32 microcontroller programming, focusing on the STM32F103C8T6. Explore STM32 architecture, peripheral configuration, timers, interrupts, communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C), and real-time applications through practical examples and hands-on projects. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, this resource will help you build a strong foundation and advance your skills in STM32 embedded development.

• Shopping Link

  This document provides links to trusted suppliers where you can purchase all the essential components for this project, ensuring quality and reliability.

Educational Boards └── [aKaReZa 107 - eBoard, STM32F103C8] ├─ Design Review — Migrating from ATMEGA328 layout. ├─ Power Setup — Pin connections and safety. ├─ Oscillators — HSE and LSE integration. ├─ Boot Config — Pin modes and selection. ├─ Programmer — STLINK connection and setup. ├─ I/O Mapping — Practical pin assignments. └─ PCB Layout — Placement strategies for routing. 

aKaReZa 107 – eBoard, STM32F103C8 Step-by-step guide to designing an educational STM32F103C8 board, covering power supply, oscillator setup, boot pin configurations, STLINK connection, I/O mapping, and PCB layout tips—ideal for mastering STM32 hardware design through hands-on learning.
aKaReZa 111 – Repair, STM32F103C8 Soldering Follow the complete soldering guide for the STM32F103C8 educational board, including power input setup, voltage regulator testing, microcontroller soldering, USB communication via CH340, THT connector mounting, and final board verification.

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