This is a library that allows any machine or robot to be controlled by G-Code
<h3>What is G-Code?</h3>
G-Code is the instructions that 3D Printer and CNC used to create there part. G-Code is a set of instruction commands sent to the controller of the machine to be performed. Position, feed rate, and tool used are some of the items that G-Code can control. The G-Code can either be sent from the computer or saved on an SD card.
<h3>Why make this library?</h3>
This library allows any machine or robot to be controlled by G-Code. It makes it quick and easy to set up with CNC and machine software and gives much better control over the communications and commands.
<h3>Why use this?</h3>
If your project requires computer control or a set of instruction, a library like this will help simplify this process of making it your self.
<h3>Functions</h3>
<h4>SETUP</h4>
<strong>gcode(),</strong>
<strong>gcode(void (*CallBack)()),</strong>
<strong>gcode(int numbercommands, commandscallback *commandArray),</strong>
<strong>gcode(int numbercommands, commandscallback *commandArray, void (*CallBack)());</strong>
This Function is used to declare this class so that it can be used in the program. There are 4 different functions, each with variables that can be set. The callback is used to link a call back function used after each command is available. commandArray is an array of callback that interupt the program to execute the command. Numbercommands is the number of items within commandArray.

<strong>void begin(),</strong>
<strong>void begin(int bitrate)</strong>
This Function must be called if the serial interface is wanting to be used. Bitrate is the bitrate of the serial port. If this is called, there is no need to Serial.begin();, it is apart of the begin function.
<h4>SEND</h4>
<strong>void comment(String comment)</strong>
This Function is to send comments back through the serial. Comment would be the comment that would be sent back.
<h4>RECEIVE</h4>
<strong>bool available(),</strong>
<strong>bool available(char inChar)</strong>
This function reads the incoming data and returns true then the command is ready to for the program to read an control the machine. InChar is the input from a source like an SD card.

<strong>double GetValue(char </strong>commandLetter<strong>)</strong>
This function is to return the values for a command letter. CommandLetter is the command letter that is requested to be returned.

G-Code-Arduino-Library

This Library is to control all pins on a port as a PWM signal which is known as bit-banging. Bit-banging is when the microcontroller generates the signal and not external hardware. This can work but it means the microcontroller cannot perform many other tasks. If the microcontroller has other tasks, the PWM bit-banging may not work.
The PWM signal from this library is not true PWM but implemented correctly, it can make a signal close to it. The signal will not have a much lower frequency from the original PWM but a better one than individual pins.

PWM_BitBanging_Port Library

RGB LEDs are used everywhere, in many different products and devices. This Arduino library is to the control RGB LED's colour and fading between colours. Almost every setting can be controlled through this library to control the RGB LEDs. The library contains preset colours and functions to make it easier to construct your RGB LED project.

The library can be found: <a href="https://github.com/tinkersprojects/RGB_LED">https://github.com/tinkersprojects/RGB_LED</a>
Video deminstrations:
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 	<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=i7A1KCqNQHQ">http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=i7A1KCqNQHQ</a></li>
 	<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=WD0Sz2w0R2Y">http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=WD0Sz2w0R2Y</a></li>
 	<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=xD3Qw-6c8vk">http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=xD3Qw-6c8vk</a></li>
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Tinkers Projects

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G-Code-Arduino-Library

PWM_BitBanging_Port Library

RGB_LED Library