Learn how to program your nifty new $35 computer to make a web spider, a
weather station, a media server, and more. This book explores how to
make a variety of fun and even useful projects, from a web bot to search
and download files to a toy to drive your pets insane.
Even if you're completely new to programming in general, you'll see how
easy it is to create a home security system, an underwater photography
system, an RC plane with a camera, and even a near-space weather balloon
with a camera. You'll learn how to use Pi with Arduino as well as Pi
with Gertboard, an expansion board with an onboard ATmega
microcontroller.
Learn Raspberry Pi Programming with Python has been fully updated in
this new edition to cover the features of the new boards. You'll learn
how to program in Python on your Raspberry Pi with hands-on examples and
fun projects.
What You'll Learn
- Set up your new Raspberry Pi
- Build unique projects across a range of interests
- Program basic functions and processes using Python
Who This Book Is For
Readers who want to learn Python on a fun platform like the Pi and pick
up some electronics skills along the way. No programming or Linux skill
required, but a little experience with Linux will be helpful. Readers
familiar with the 1st edition will enjoy the updated information in this
new edition.