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Getting Started with New Blynk 2.0 with NodeMCU to control LED over the Internet



In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the steps to control an LED using Blynk 2.0 with a NodeMCU, bypassing BlynkEdgent for a straightforward approach. Follow these steps to get your project up and running:


Step 1: Gather Your Materials

- NodeMCU (ESP8266)

- LED

- Resistor (220 ohms)

- Breadboard

- Jumper wires

- USB cable for programming the NodeMCU

- Computer with Arduino IDE installed


Step 2: Set Up Blynk 2.0 Account

1. Create an Account: Sign up for a free account on [Blynk](https://blynk.io/).

2. Create a New Template: Go to the Blynk console, create a new template, and configure the template settings such as name, hardware (ESP8266), and connection type (Wi-Fi).

3. Add Datastream: Define a datastream for the digital pin that will control the LED (e.g., Digital Pin D1).


Step 3: Configure the Blynk Mobile App

1. Download the App: Install the Blynk app from the App Store or Google Play.

2. Log In: Open the app and log in with your Blynk account.

3. Create New Project: Create a new project and link it to the template you created in the Blynk console.

4. Add Widget: Add a button widget to control the LED. Link the button to the datastream you set up (e.g., Digital Pin D1).


Step 4: Set Up the Hardware

1. Connect the LED:

   - Place the LED on the breadboard.

   - Connect the positive leg (anode) of the LED to a digital pin on the NodeMCU (e.g., D1).

   - Connect the negative leg (cathode) to one end of the resistor.

   - Connect the other end of the resistor to the GND pin on the NodeMCU.



Step 5: Program the NodeMCU

1. Install Blynk Library: Open the Arduino IDE, go to Sketch > Include Library > Manage Libraries, and search for "Blynk." Install the Blynk library.

2. Install ESP8266 Board: In the Arduino IDE, go to File > Preferences, and add the following URL to the Additional Boards Manager URLs: `http://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json`. Then go to Tools > Board > Boards Manager, search for "ESP8266," and install it.

3. Code: Use the following code to set up the Blynk connection and control the LED.

4. Upload the Code: Connect your NodeMCU to your computer using the USB cable, select the appropriate board and port in the Arduino IDE, and upload the code.



Step 6: Test Your Setup

1. Open the Blynk App: Ensure your NodeMCU is powered and connected to your Wi-Fi.

2. Control the LED: Use the button widget in the Blynk app to turn the LED on and off.



Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully set up your NodeMCU to control an LED using Blynk 2.0. Experiment with additional widgets and sensors to expand your project. Also check our website for more projects and explore Skill-Hub by EbeddedBrew to enhance your Skills in Embedded Systems and IoT.

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