Play the French Can Can Using an Arduino and Buzzer

Step 2 Identify and Research the Questions

Before embarking on any idea for a project, it may be good to figure out what questions need to be answered, and answer those questions before blowing something up.

Questions that came to mind for this project:

-How do I plug the buzzer into the Ardiuno without making something explode?
-How do I make the buzzer make noise?
-How do I load code to the Arduino?
-How do I make the buzzer make musical tones?
-How do I play the Can Can?
-How may I make things more interesting after things work?

Search engines are your friend.

I received an Arduino and buzzer in a starter kit, and had no idea how to plug things in or get things buzzing. Searches on Google helped find information I needed to get started.

Forums

The Arduino.cc forums is a very helpful location to get answers from the people who know things about Arduino.

Chat

As long as you're not a help vampire, chat can be a great resource to get simple answers. The IRC channel #arduino is a great place for Arduino lovers to discuss topics in real time. There are several IRC chat programs available for Mac, Linux, and PC.