Using the 555 timer as an external clock for the Arduino

The key here is an ‘external clock’. Rather than have the Arduino keep track of when to perform the next task, you have an outside signal that says “Now!” and fires an interrupt which the Arduino responds to.

Using the 555 timer as an external clock for the Arduino

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