This document summarizes a research paper that proposes a new sliding mode controller to control a buck converter for maximum power point tracking in photovoltaic applications. A block diagram of the proposed system is presented, including a buck converter, sliding mode controller, and battery. The theoretical background of photovoltaic modeling, sliding mode control surfaces, and buck converters is then explained. Simulation results showed that the sliding mode controller was able to track and achieve maximum power under varying temperature and irradiance conditions. The conclusion discusses potential improvements like adding a real-time clock to automate the system and notes applications for powering remote areas.