Install the Arduino IDE
Connect the Arduino board to your computer with a USB cable
Open the Arduino IDE
Select the correct board from Tools > Board
Select the correct port from Tools > Port
Write your code in the sketch editor
Use `setup()` for initialization code
Use `loop()` for repeated code
Add required libraries if needed
Verify the code by clicking the checkmark button
Upload the code by clicking the arrow button
Open the Serial Monitor if you need to view output
Test the connected components
Modify the code if needed
Save the sketch
Disconnect the board when finished