How Can You Start Learning Electronics as an Electrical Engineering Student?

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An electric engineering student is seeking advice on how to further explore electronics during their free time while taking prerequisite classes. They have previous experience building a robot with Arduino and have attempted to work with an STK500 AVR board but found it unengaging due to a lack of C programming knowledge. They also experimented with a 555 timer but struggled to engage with "The Art of Electronics," finding it more of a reference than an enjoyable read. The discussion emphasizes the potential of Arduino for various projects and suggests looking for more engaging resources or projects to maintain interest in electronics.
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So I am an electric engineer student. Still taking my prerequisite classes (this semester I am taking Calculus II, Chemistry I, Economics for Engineers and Communication for engineers) but i have a bit of free time and want to start learning about electronics..

In the pass i have built a small robot using arduino (http://forums.adafruit.com/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=14402), i have done multiple things with arduino but that was the biggest.. I also bought an STK500 AVR board, but since i don't know a lot of C i got bored and trough it in a box, i also did a bit of work with 555 (basic timer), i stared reading "The Art of Electronics" but got bored in chapter one, so i stopped reading it..

So what should i do? what you guys recommend??
 
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What seems interesting to you? You have experience w/ the arduino -- there are tons of different projects you could do with one!

Also "The Art of Electronics" is more a a reference book rather than a fun read. Useful, and also practical if you're looking for some way to put yourself to sleep.

Also your robot looks really cool!
 
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