{"product_id":"kit-scrolling-news-ticker-on-tft","title":"Scrolling News Ticker on TFT","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild a Live Scrolling News Ticker with ESP8266 \u0026amp; 1.8in TFT\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e WiFi RSS parsing \u0026amp; TFT rendering\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a personalized news ticker sitting on your desk, scrolling the day's headlines exactly as you configured them. This kit transforms an ESP8266 NodeMCU and a 1.8-inch TFT display into a live news feed reader that grabs current events from any RSS source – think of a breaking news bar for your room or a real-time data display project that wins at your school exhibition. Every component is included to go from unboxing to a fully functional ticker in an afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact WiFi-enabled display that fetches RSS feeds (from BBC News, Times of India, or even your own blog) and scrolls headlines horizontally across a vivid 1.8-inch ST7735 TFT screen. You’ll end up with a standalone gadget that updates automatically, ready for your workbench, classroom demo, or as a base for more advanced IoT dashboards that show live data from the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProgram an ESP8266 to connect to WiFi and parse XML\/RSS data using Arduino libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrive the ST7735 TFT display to render scrolling text with custom fonts, colors, and scroll speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrate HTTP client code to fetch live data and handle connection errors gracefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDebug timing and refresh logic to create a smooth, readable ticker without flicker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP8266 NodeMCU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8in TFT ST7735\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10kΩ Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400-pt Breadboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro USB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for CBSE Class 11-12 students who need a functional electronics project for practical exams or exhibitions. B.Tech ECE\/EEE learners can use it as a quick IoT demonstrator for mini-projects or Smart India Hackathon ideas. ATL Tinkering Lab enthusiasts and hobbyists wanting a desk gadget that shows live feeds will find the build engaging and expandable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code inside the box to launch the AI companion that walks you through every step of this project. You can also send a photo on WhatsApp and get a direct reply from an engineer within hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I change the RSS feed to a regional news source?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the source code lets you swap any RSS URL – from regional language feeds to tech blogs. The AI companion will show you exactly where to edit the URL.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes this work with a 5V power bank after programming?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. Upload the code once via USB, then plug the NodeMCU into any micro USB power bank or adapter. The ticker runs standalone without a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I add sensor data or custom graphics later?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDefinitely. The TFT library supports shapes, bitmaps, and real-time sensor values. 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