C101 95: WS2812 - FastLED sample project

To make FastLED work with an array of WS2812 LEDs, there are five
basic pieces that Padre discusses with Mark "Smitty" Smith


Quick Notes:


The power regulator on an Arduino can provide ~500ma if
you're giving it at least 7v of power

If you're powering it from USB, it's closer to 400ma

Each LED can pull UP TO 60ma (20ma per color)

If you're going to power a long strand of LEDs, you want to
use an external power source.



Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ


Guest: Mark Smith


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