====Writing Code====

  * Learn how to code and learn the basics of (FastLED) first. There's lots of examples online.
  * Break it down into individual components (i.e. buttons, IR, LED's, Bluetooth, serial communications, demo sequences).
  * Create test 'jigs' and programs for each component.
  * Slowly combine the functionality and make sure you incorporate lots of testing.
  * Learn to use git for version control.
  * Be prepared to throw it all out and start from scratch with your newly acquired knowledge.
  * Oh, and if you're using delay(), be prepared for your button polling or other input routines to be unreliable.
  * Learn how NOT to use delay() statements.
  * Comments are a thing. Use them.
  * Keep your loop simple. Put stuff in functions.


====Code Style====

  * variables start with lowercase
  * Constants start with uppercase
  * Definitions are completely uppercase