The smallest Raspberry Pi just got a whole lot cooler. The Raspberry Pi Zero W carries the same form factor and specifications as the original Pi Zero and provides built-in WiFi and Bluetooth 4.1!
We've built this kit for people whom already have Raspberry Pi hardware (power supply, microSD cards, etc) and would prefer the Raspberry Pi Zero WH over the Zero W.
The power of Raspberry Pi 4 in a compact form factor for deeply embedded applications. Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 incorporates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A72 processor, dual video output, and a wide selection of other interfaces.
Media centres are everywhere nowadays, from smartTV’s with built in media apps, to standalone lounge room boxes to watch all your favourite shows on. With the new features found on the RaspberryPi 3, it makes sense for itto become...
Media centres are everywhere nowadays, from smartTV’s with built in media apps, to standalone lounge room boxes to watch all your favourite shows on. With the new features found on the RaspberryPi 3, it makes sense for itto become...
You ever wanted an Ad-Free and Bloatware Free Media Streaming Device that can run 4K movies with clean audio thattransforms any Screen into a SmartTV. Sounds almosttoo good to be true butRaspberryPi, Kodi and LibreELEC OS have swooped ...
You ever wanted an Ad-Free and Bloatware Free Media Streaming Device that can run 4K movies with clean audio thattransforms any Screen into a SmartTV. Sounds almosttoo good to be true butRaspberryPi, Kodi and LibreELEC OS have swooped ...
What We'll AchieveThis guide will help you set up a Plant_io controller to automatically irrigate a plant of your choice. This example focuses on germinating seeds, butthis is only one option.
Along the way we'll:
Assemble a hardware pl...
What We'll AchieveThis guide will help you set up a Plant_io controller to automatically irrigate a plant of your choice. This example focuses on germinating seeds, butthis is only one option.
Along the way we'll:
Assemble a hardware pl...
Show of hands, who loves RaspberryPi? We all do, and one of the most common questions we get asked is which RaspberryPi kit is going to best suit my project, which one has the right components in it etc. So today we’re going to be l...
Show of hands, who loves RaspberryPi? We all do, and one of the most common questions we get asked is which RaspberryPi kit is going to best suit my project, which one has the right components in it etc. So today we’re going to be l...
A big project request for the RaspberryPi is the ability to make a digital sign, that loops images/videos/other media fullscreen with no interactivity. This can be a great way to display dashboards, promotional videos and other media. For ...
A big project request for the RaspberryPi is the ability to make a digital sign, that loops images/videos/other media fullscreen with no interactivity. This can be a great way to display dashboards, promotional videos and other media. For ...
With the newest update to RaspberryPi OS (Debian Version 11 - nicknamed ‘Bullseye’) there have been some changes to the terminal commands which control attached cameras. This is one of the biggest changes with the new up...
With the newest update to RaspberryPi OS (Debian Version 11 - nicknamed ‘Bullseye’) there have been some changes to the terminal commands which control attached cameras. This is one of the biggest changes with the new up...
Flawless high-quality audio output on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer! All is achieved by the IQaudio DAC+ HAT. This dedicated DAC lets you enjoy high-quality, distortion-free, artifact-free, low noise, and high-bitrate audio playback...
Flawless high-quality audio output on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer! All is achieved by the IQaudio DAC+ HAT. This dedicated DAC lets you enjoy high-quality, distortion-free, artifact-free, low noise, and high-bitrate audio playback...
The RaspberryPi as we know ittoday is justthe “tip of the iceberg”, the product of more than a decade of development, spanning 4 generations with up-to 18 boards and counting released so far. Alongside this development, there...
The RaspberryPi as we know ittoday is justthe “tip of the iceberg”, the product of more than a decade of development, spanning 4 generations with up-to 18 boards and counting released so far. Alongside this development, there...
Hi there! If you’re wondering what all the hype and interest surrounding RaspberryPi is about, you’ve come to the right place.
The original RaspberryPi debuted in 2012, and is a credit card sized computer that has ports for U...
Hi there! If you’re wondering what all the hype and interest surrounding RaspberryPi is about, you’ve come to the right place.
The original RaspberryPi debuted in 2012, and is a credit card sized computer that has ports for U...
What is Node-RED?
Node-RED is a tool originally created by IBM for flow-based programming, and has built-in support for the RaspberryPi and it's GPIO capabilities. It runs on top of Node.js, and can be accessed with just a web browse...
What is Node-RED?
Node-RED is a tool originally created by IBM for flow-based programming, and has built-in support for the RaspberryPi and it's GPIO capabilities. It runs on top of Node.js, and can be accessed with just a web browse...
UPDATE: This tutorial has been updated for the Krypton release of Kodi (Version 17)
If you have built yourself a home media center using a RaspberryPi, you're one step ahead of most people outthere. The pure joy that comes from having a ...
UPDATE: This tutorial has been updated for the Krypton release of Kodi (Version 17)
If you have built yourself a home media center using a RaspberryPi, you're one step ahead of most people outthere. The pure joy that comes from having a ...
Welcome to our tutorial for using NOOBS (New-Out-Of-Box-Software) to install an OS (Operating System) for use with your RaspberryPi. The NOOBS package includes access to seven popular Operating Systems:
Raspbian
Windows ...
Welcome to our tutorial for using NOOBS (New-Out-Of-Box-Software) to install an OS (Operating System) for use with your RaspberryPi. The NOOBS package includes access to seven popular Operating Systems:
Raspbian
Windows ...
Near Field Communication (NFC) is used all and everywhere. As it stands there are over two billion NFC-enabled devices (many of them smartphones) in use today. This basically means over 20% of the world’s population has access t...
Near Field Communication (NFC) is used all and everywhere. As it stands there are over two billion NFC-enabled devices (many of them smartphones) in use today. This basically means over 20% of the world’s population has access t...
There is a new board in the RaspberryPi family!
In this Tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to set up your new RaspberryPi 3 Model A+.To setup your RaspberryPi 3A+ you will need:
A RaspberryPi 3A+
A Preloaded NOOBS SD Card...
There is a new board in the RaspberryPi family!
In this Tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to set up your new RaspberryPi 3 Model A+.To setup your RaspberryPi 3A+ you will need:
A RaspberryPi 3A+
A Preloaded NOOBS SD Card...
This tutorial works great for RaspberryPi 3 Model B, however if you need a Video Kiosk/Digital Sign for the newer Pi Models, we've written this guide on how to do it.
One of the most requested projects for RaspberryPi is how to set ...
This tutorial works great for RaspberryPi 3 Model B, however if you need a Video Kiosk/Digital Sign for the newer Pi Models, we've written this guide on how to do it.
One of the most requested projects for RaspberryPi is how to set ...
The ONESIE family of cases come in three distinct models; Stealth, Maker and Hats. This will be a guide introducing the ONESIE family, the 3D printable monocoque stealth cases for RaspberryPi 4 Model B, talk about what makes them di...
The ONESIE family of cases come in three distinct models; Stealth, Maker and Hats. This will be a guide introducing the ONESIE family, the 3D printable monocoque stealth cases for RaspberryPi 4 Model B, talk about what makes them di...
[Note - Terminal Commands talked about here have been superseded with the new 'Bullseye' RaspberryPi OS. Link here for new 'Bullseye' camera commands.
If you wantto use the commands found on this page download and flash the old 'Bu...
[Note - Terminal Commands talked about here have been superseded with the new 'Bullseye' RaspberryPi OS. Link here for new 'Bullseye' camera commands.
If you wantto use the commands found on this page download and flash the old 'Bu...
First of all, why subject your RaspberryPito this level of stress? In the case of RaspberryPi 4, the A72 CPU is so powerful that it can overheat if it doesn't have enough cooling. This results with the CPU being governed (slowed do...
First of all, why subject your RaspberryPito this level of stress? In the case of RaspberryPi 4, the A72 CPU is so powerful that it can overheat if it doesn't have enough cooling. This results with the CPU being governed (slowed do...
Today we’re going to look at installing the Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things) core onto a RaspberryPi 3.
Traditionally Windows has been the resident overlord of desktop devices, however in recent years we’ve seen itt...
Today we’re going to look at installing the Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things) core onto a RaspberryPi 3.
Traditionally Windows has been the resident overlord of desktop devices, however in recent years we’ve seen itt...
We have a more recent guide to Stress testing your RaspberryPi, this guide has been kept here for reference.
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what yo...
We have a more recent guide to Stress testing your RaspberryPi, this guide has been kept here for reference.
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what yo...
What fun would a computer be without a screen to see what you’re doing? Well if you own a RaspberryPi and are curious aboutthe different ways you can connect an external display or monitor up to it, then look no further. Today we&rs...
What fun would a computer be without a screen to see what you’re doing? Well if you own a RaspberryPi and are curious aboutthe different ways you can connect an external display or monitor up to it, then look no further. Today we&rs...
What’s even better than the world’s most popular microcomputer sitting on your desk? When it’s sitting there in a case which protects it, makes it easier to use, and gives your desk some style.
If you buy a RaspberryPi i...
What’s even better than the world’s most popular microcomputer sitting on your desk? When it’s sitting there in a case which protects it, makes it easier to use, and gives your desk some style.
If you buy a RaspberryPi i...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto y...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto y...
Welcome to the RaspberryPi Workshop for Beginners! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of bite-sized videos that cover everything you'll need to know to get started with your RaspberryPi, and start making awesome project...
Welcome to the RaspberryPi Workshop for Beginners! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of bite-sized videos that cover everything you'll need to know to get started with your RaspberryPi, and start making awesome project...
[Update: The OMXPlayer system, needed for the video looper, has been dropped with the recent 'Bullseye' RaspberryPi OS. Updates are coming out fast and all the teething troubles from this new OS will be ironed out.
For now, download and f...
[Update: The OMXPlayer system, needed for the video looper, has been dropped with the recent 'Bullseye' RaspberryPi OS. Updates are coming out fast and all the teething troubles from this new OS will be ironed out.
For now, download and f...
The RaspberryPi has revolutionized the world of single-board computers, offering a platform for learners, hobbyists, and professionals to explore, create, and innovate. From its inception, the RaspberryPi series has been a beacon of techn...
The RaspberryPi has revolutionized the world of single-board computers, offering a platform for learners, hobbyists, and professionals to explore, create, and innovate. From its inception, the RaspberryPi series has been a beacon of techn...
Welcome to the best article on setting up an OpenMediaVault-based NAS on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer! This guide is the fastest and best way to go about it. RaspberryPi single-board computers are purpose-builtto run 24/7, with a...
Welcome to the best article on setting up an OpenMediaVault-based NAS on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer! This guide is the fastest and best way to go about it. RaspberryPi single-board computers are purpose-builtto run 24/7, with a...
The RaspberryPi 5 is here! Our favourite credit card-sized computer has just gotten an update and we already have one here to take a look at, so let’s power it up, run some tests, and see what’s new!
(If you wantto s...
The RaspberryPi 5 is here! Our favourite credit card-sized computer has just gotten an update and we already have one here to take a look at, so let’s power it up, run some tests, and see what’s new!
(If you wantto s...
Ah, what a glorious time we live in, where we have to compare which micro-computer is going to best suit our needs. If you’ve been in the maker sphere for just a shorttime, you’ll be sure to have heard of RaspberryPithe mirac...
Ah, what a glorious time we live in, where we have to compare which micro-computer is going to best suit our needs. If you’ve been in the maker sphere for just a shorttime, you’ll be sure to have heard of RaspberryPithe mirac...
Hello there, how’s your day been? Good? Fantastic! Not so good? Don’t worry it’s aboutto get a lot better, because today we’re going to take a look at how to use the I2C interface on our RaspberryPito control I2C ...
Hello there, how’s your day been? Good? Fantastic! Not so good? Don’t worry it’s aboutto get a lot better, because today we’re going to take a look at how to use the I2C interface on our RaspberryPito control I2C ...
Yep, RaspberryPi is a very cool platform, so cool thatthey offer a range of stylish HATs to go with them. No not headwear, but fully functional hardware modules that are designed to plugin directly to the RaspberryPi GPIO headers, and op...
Yep, RaspberryPi is a very cool platform, so cool thatthey offer a range of stylish HATs to go with them. No not headwear, but fully functional hardware modules that are designed to plugin directly to the RaspberryPi GPIO headers, and op...
The RaspberryPi 5 is here and one of the biggest questions is, how does it stack up againstthe previous Pi 4? Well, we already have one to take a look at so let’s run some benchmarks and compare the two.(We also have another articl...
The RaspberryPi 5 is here and one of the biggest questions is, how does it stack up againstthe previous Pi 4? Well, we already have one to take a look at so let’s run some benchmarks and compare the two.(We also have another articl...
If you want a high-end robotics platform that is easy to expand with it does not get better than goBILDA! GoBILDA is a complete build system designed for makers, students, and educators. From curated kits, to many structural alum...
If you want a high-end robotics platform that is easy to expand with it does not get better than goBILDA! GoBILDA is a complete build system designed for makers, students, and educators. From curated kits, to many structural alum...
I SPI with my RaspberryPi, something beginning with…S! Serial-Peripheral-Interface (SPI)! Welcome to our RaspberryPi SPI communication tutorial. Today we’re going to look at how to use the SPI bus on our RaspberryPi ...
I SPI with my RaspberryPi, something beginning with…S! Serial-Peripheral-Interface (SPI)! Welcome to our RaspberryPi SPI communication tutorial. Today we’re going to look at how to use the SPI bus on our RaspberryPi ...
The RaspberryPi 4 Model B is finally here! This is a huge leap forward for single-board computing and what better way to explore itthan power one up, run some tests and stress it out!
Here are the test results for those peopl...
The RaspberryPi 4 Model B is finally here! This is a huge leap forward for single-board computing and what better way to explore itthan power one up, run some tests and stress it out!
Here are the test results for those peopl...
Being productive and efficient on a computer has become synonymous with dual-screens. Being able to run two application and have both take up a whole screen or run four text documents each taking up an A4 sized half screen really improves e...
Being productive and efficient on a computer has become synonymous with dual-screens. Being able to run two application and have both take up a whole screen or run four text documents each taking up an A4 sized half screen really improves e...
Today we’re going to take a look at how to get started and setup that fancy RaspberryPi you’ve just bought. If you’re still not sure exactly how the RaspberryPi works, or what it can do, check out ‘What is a Ra...
Today we’re going to take a look at how to get started and setup that fancy RaspberryPi you’ve just bought. If you’re still not sure exactly how the RaspberryPi works, or what it can do, check out ‘What is a Ra...
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your Raspber...
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your Raspber...
Ever thought it would be cool if your RaspberryPi could see the world like you do? You’re in luck, camera support is an integral part of the RaspberryPi hardware, it comes with a built in CSI connector for connecting camera ...
Ever thought it would be cool if your RaspberryPi could see the world like you do? You’re in luck, camera support is an integral part of the RaspberryPi hardware, it comes with a built in CSI connector for connecting camera ...
The RaspberryPi 3 Model B+ (I’ll be calling itthe Pi 3+ for short) is an update to the existing RaspberryPi 3 Model B and was released on Wednesday 14th March 2018. It has some very interesting changes:
The Broadcom BCM2837 has ...
The RaspberryPi 3 Model B+ (I’ll be calling itthe Pi 3+ for short) is an update to the existing RaspberryPi 3 Model B and was released on Wednesday 14th March 2018. It has some very interesting changes:
The Broadcom BCM2837 has ...
Is it hot in here, or is it just my RaspberryPi? A RaspberryPi sitting on a desk doing nothing is kind of boring. However, a RaspberryPithat can measure the temperature and make decisions based off that information is awesome!
The Rasp...
Is it hot in here, or is it just my RaspberryPi? A RaspberryPi sitting on a desk doing nothing is kind of boring. However, a RaspberryPithat can measure the temperature and make decisions based off that information is awesome!
The Rasp...
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your RaspberryPi is o...
Part of the joy that is RaspberryPi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your RaspberryPi is o...
There is a new RaspberryPi! The long-awaited upgrade to the Rasberry Pi 1 Model A+ (Rpi1 A+). In this article, we are going to look at how much improvementthe new RaspberryPi 3 Model A+ (Rpi3 A+) is over the Rpi1 A+ as well as how ...
There is a new RaspberryPi! The long-awaited upgrade to the Rasberry Pi 1 Model A+ (Rpi1 A+). In this article, we are going to look at how much improvementthe new RaspberryPi 3 Model A+ (Rpi3 A+) is over the Rpi1 A+ as well as how ...
Ubuntu 19.10 was recently released on 17 October 2019 and is powered by the all-new GNOME 3.34 and version 5.3 of the Linux kernel.
This is for the benefit of users who do not know about Ubuntu! If you already know what is Ubuntu and its...
Ubuntu 19.10 was recently released on 17 October 2019 and is powered by the all-new GNOME 3.34 and version 5.3 of the Linux kernel.
This is for the benefit of users who do not know about Ubuntu! If you already know what is Ubuntu and its...
One of the big questions in DIY electronics circles is which DIY platform is going to be the best for me? And the two biggest platforms right now is Arduino and RaspberryPi. Whilst at first glance they might seem the same; circuit board ...
One of the big questions in DIY electronics circles is which DIY platform is going to be the best for me? And the two biggest platforms right now is Arduino and RaspberryPi. Whilst at first glance they might seem the same; circuit board ...
This will be a quick 101 on how to use the RaspberryPi Imager so that you can Flash a new Micro-SD Card. Everything you need to use this Software will be found in this article. The contents of this guide can be seen below.
- Download Loc...
This will be a quick 101 on how to use the RaspberryPi Imager so that you can Flash a new Micro-SD Card. Everything you need to use this Software will be found in this article. The contents of this guide can be seen below.
- Download Loc...
So you’ve got your RaspberryPi, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build a world-conquering robot beyond compare. But hang on a minute, the sensor you have only operates on 5V and you vagu...
So you’ve got your RaspberryPi, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build a world-conquering robot beyond compare. But hang on a minute, the sensor you have only operates on 5V and you vagu...
IntroductionIn this guide, we'll get a RaspberryPiPico W connected to the internet using WiFi. To demonstrate the connection we can query a webpage, or getthe currenttime from a time service. To follow along, all you'll need is:
A R...
IntroductionIn this guide, we'll get a RaspberryPiPico W connected to the internet using WiFi. To demonstrate the connection we can query a webpage, or getthe currenttime from a time service. To follow along, all you'll need is:
A R...
This guide will teach you exactly how to use a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer to independently control 4 relays. A Relay is an electrically operated switch. This is all possible thanks to the PiRelay V2 HAT from SB Components. These re...
This guide will teach you exactly how to use a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer to independently control 4 relays. A Relay is an electrically operated switch. This is all possible thanks to the PiRelay V2 HAT from SB Components. These re...
RaspberryPi right? It’s amazing! RaspberryPi has taken the world by storm and changed the way that people think about computing. The RaspberryPi 3 builds on this with some amazing new features, however one feature that is still ab...
RaspberryPi right? It’s amazing! RaspberryPi has taken the world by storm and changed the way that people think about computing. The RaspberryPi 3 builds on this with some amazing new features, however one feature that is still ab...
It is long overdue. Time for a table with all the info comparing every generation and style of RaspberryPi from the genesis to now! We have come a long way to have our hands on the RaspberryPi 4 Model B 8 GB so it is time we give you the ...
It is long overdue. Time for a table with all the info comparing every generation and style of RaspberryPi from the genesis to now! We have come a long way to have our hands on the RaspberryPi 4 Model B 8 GB so it is time we give you the ...
After lovingly crafting your project on a RaspberryPi, you might wantto share it with the world. The easiest way is of course justto publish a list of the commands that you executed to get everything up and running. For complex proj...
After lovingly crafting your project on a RaspberryPi, you might wantto share it with the world. The easiest way is of course justto publish a list of the commands that you executed to get everything up and running. For complex proj...
RaspberryPi Compute Modules have developed in tandem with the many generations of RaspberryPi single-board computers. These boards are in every right a microprocessor just like their bigger cousins however they are a very different form f...
RaspberryPi Compute Modules have developed in tandem with the many generations of RaspberryPi single-board computers. These boards are in every right a microprocessor just like their bigger cousins however they are a very different form f...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto yo...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto yo...
This is going to be easier than you thought (or at least much easier than I thought)! Today we will create a RaspberryPi 4 Model B UPS PiJuice System that will be completely powered by a Solar Panel. It's coming up to winter over here so I...
This is going to be easier than you thought (or at least much easier than I thought)! Today we will create a RaspberryPi 4 Model B UPS PiJuice System that will be completely powered by a Solar Panel. It's coming up to winter over here so I...
Welcome to the RaspberryPiPico Workshop, where you will learn everything you need to know to hitthe ground running and start making your own projects with the RaspberryPiPico and MicroPython. This workshop is designed for complete beg...
Welcome to the RaspberryPiPico Workshop, where you will learn everything you need to know to hitthe ground running and start making your own projects with the RaspberryPiPico and MicroPython. This workshop is designed for complete beg...
Geophones are devices that generate electric signals proportional to the particle velocity in a sound/compression wave. More simply a Geophone is a super low frequency microphone for the ground. Geophones are used around the world to measu...
Geophones are devices that generate electric signals proportional to the particle velocity in a sound/compression wave. More simply a Geophone is a super low frequency microphone for the ground. Geophones are used around the world to measu...
There are so many types of cameras modules and lenses that are plug-and-play for RaspberryPi Single Board Computers and that number is steadily increasing. From day to night, you can keep track, photograph, and record your surrou...
There are so many types of cameras modules and lenses that are plug-and-play for RaspberryPi Single Board Computers and that number is steadily increasing. From day to night, you can keep track, photograph, and record your surrou...
To get your RaspberryPi working, you'll need an SD card with a working operating system written to it.
While NOOBs (New Out of Box Software) is a great headstart into the world of RaspberryPi operating systems. It comes preloaded with Ra...
To get your RaspberryPi working, you'll need an SD card with a working operating system written to it.
While NOOBs (New Out of Box Software) is a great headstart into the world of RaspberryPi operating systems. It comes preloaded with Ra...
Ever wanted a pocket computer with a Full HD screen (1080x1920)? Love tiny GPIO screens like this 3.5 Inch from Waveshare but want one that is a little bigger and higher resolution so that it is easier to read? Or want a really premi...
Ever wanted a pocket computer with a Full HD screen (1080x1920)? Love tiny GPIO screens like this 3.5 Inch from Waveshare but want one that is a little bigger and higher resolution so that it is easier to read? Or want a really premi...
After the release of the RaspberryPi 4 Model B 1 GB and 2GB and 4GB generations there was a design revision. Now if you have any other RaspberryPi board in your hand the impact of this design revision will not affect you. If you happen to...
After the release of the RaspberryPi 4 Model B 1 GB and 2GB and 4GB generations there was a design revision. Now if you have any other RaspberryPi board in your hand the impact of this design revision will not affect you. If you happen to...
In this tutorial, we are going to connect a Motor to the RaspberryPi and create a hypnotic self-spinner. We are first going to look at how to wire the RaspberryPito the motor controller and the motor. We will then look at using the raspb...
In this tutorial, we are going to connect a Motor to the RaspberryPi and create a hypnotic self-spinner. We are first going to look at how to wire the RaspberryPito the motor controller and the motor. We will then look at using the raspb...
RaspberryPi Boards are a great gateway for learning about how to getto grips with computers, at a price that makes it hugely accessible and a size that fits right in your hand. RaspberryPi boards are chock a block full of features a...
RaspberryPi Boards are a great gateway for learning about how to getto grips with computers, at a price that makes it hugely accessible and a size that fits right in your hand. RaspberryPi boards are chock a block full of features a...
A new day is upon us, and it is glorious. After all, it’s not often that a new RaspberryPi board is released. As you’re probably aware, the current iteration of the popular RaspberryPi microcomputer is the RaspberryPi 3. It h...
A new day is upon us, and it is glorious. After all, it’s not often that a new RaspberryPi board is released. As you’re probably aware, the current iteration of the popular RaspberryPi microcomputer is the RaspberryPi 3. It h...
The New Version of the RaspberryPi 4 has started going outto makers everywhere. If you are wanting to upgrade your old RPi3 projectto take advantage of all the cool new features there are a few steps we are going to have to take firstto...
The New Version of the RaspberryPi 4 has started going outto makers everywhere. If you are wanting to upgrade your old RPi3 projectto take advantage of all the cool new features there are a few steps we are going to have to take firstto...
Love your RaspberryPi but wish it had even more connectivity akin to your mobile phone. Then the Waveshare 4G HAT is the solution for you! HAT simply means Hardware attached On Top. With this installed on your RaspberryPi Single Board Co...
Love your RaspberryPi but wish it had even more connectivity akin to your mobile phone. Then the Waveshare 4G HAT is the solution for you! HAT simply means Hardware attached On Top. With this installed on your RaspberryPi Single Board Co...
Pulling the power to your RaspberryPi can cause image corruptions & other issues that can damage your Pi! In this article, we will create a small push button that will work as a ‘Safe-Shutdown’ option. We’ll connect i...
Pulling the power to your RaspberryPi can cause image corruptions & other issues that can damage your Pi! In this article, we will create a small push button that will work as a ‘Safe-Shutdown’ option. We’ll connect i...
Introduction
This guide will help you read distance data from your PiicoDev® Distance Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero W) This tutorial will u...
Introduction
This guide will help you read distance data from your PiicoDev® Distance Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero W) This tutorial will u...
Here is how to control a 12 Volt Solenoid with a RaspberryPi using a 5 Volt Relay. Solenoids are an immensely useful way to turn electrical energy into a linear motion. Solenoids come in a variety of different specifications with 5 Volt an...
Here is how to control a 12 Volt Solenoid with a RaspberryPi using a 5 Volt Relay. Solenoids are an immensely useful way to turn electrical energy into a linear motion. Solenoids come in a variety of different specifications with 5 Volt an...
Introduction
This guide will help you read motion data from your PiicoDev® Motion Sensor with a RaspberryPi single-board computer.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zero W) This tutorial ...
Introduction
This guide will help you read motion data from your PiicoDev® Motion Sensor with a RaspberryPi single-board computer.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zero W) This tutorial ...
This guide will teach you how to control any small and big servos with a RaspberryPi 4 Model B (worth noting any RaspberryPi Board with GPIO pins can be able to be used in this scenario. Servos are an immensely useful way to turn ele...
This guide will teach you how to control any small and big servos with a RaspberryPi 4 Model B (worth noting any RaspberryPi Board with GPIO pins can be able to be used in this scenario. Servos are an immensely useful way to turn ele...
Introduction
This guide will help you read light intensity data from your PiicoDev® Ambient Light Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero W) This tut...
Introduction
This guide will help you read light intensity data from your PiicoDev® Ambient Light Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero W) This tut...
If you’ve ever pulled an SD card out of a RaspberryPi and attempted to re-flash it with another disk image, you may have noticed something funny…
"My X Gigabyte SD card has shrunk to a few megabytes! What gives?" No, your S...
If you’ve ever pulled an SD card out of a RaspberryPi and attempted to re-flash it with another disk image, you may have noticed something funny…
"My X Gigabyte SD card has shrunk to a few megabytes! What gives?" No, your S...
Let's unlock Biometric Control on our RaspberryPi Single Board Computers! Biometric Technology uses unique physical or behavioral attributes that are individual to each person and not (easily) replicable. Extraordinarily everyone on Earth...
Let's unlock Biometric Control on our RaspberryPi Single Board Computers! Biometric Technology uses unique physical or behavioral attributes that are individual to each person and not (easily) replicable. Extraordinarily everyone on Earth...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Relay is, why we might use one, how to choose a Relay, and finally how to use one with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along you'll need:
A 5V SPDT Relay - I'll be using a 5V Single Channel Relay M...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Relay is, why we might use one, how to choose a Relay, and finally how to use one with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along you'll need:
A 5V SPDT Relay - I'll be using a 5V Single Channel Relay M...
There are many different ways to use your mobile phone to remotely control and manage any RaspberryPi and one of the best options outthere to date is the phone application RaspController (you can also find it for free in the Google P...
There are many different ways to use your mobile phone to remotely control and manage any RaspberryPi and one of the best options outthere to date is the phone application RaspController (you can also find it for free in the Google P...
Time to create a Little Red Advertisement Devouring Monster. This will be a self-hosted, network-wide, ad-blocking system running on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer. It will also stop access to malware sites and phishing websites. Fur...
Time to create a Little Red Advertisement Devouring Monster. This will be a self-hosted, network-wide, ad-blocking system running on a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer. It will also stop access to malware sites and phishing websites. Fur...
Introduction
This guide will help you read temperature data from your PiicoDev® Precision Temperature Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins sol...
Introduction
This guide will help you read temperature data from your PiicoDev® Precision Temperature Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins sol...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Servo is, when we might use one, how to choose a Servo, and finally how to use one with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along you'll need:
A Positional Servo, such as the Feetech FS90 Micro Servo
A Con...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Servo is, when we might use one, how to choose a Servo, and finally how to use one with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along you'll need:
A Positional Servo, such as the Feetech FS90 Micro Servo
A Con...
Introduction
This guide will help you read temperature data from your PiicoDev® Precision Temperature Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zer...
Introduction
This guide will help you read temperature data from your PiicoDev® Precision Temperature Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zer...
Let me introduce a new 3D printable case for the RaspberryPiPico and the PiicoDev ecosystem. There are variants of the case, one which allows you to wall-mountthe system and another variation that makes it possible to charge the dev...
Let me introduce a new 3D printable case for the RaspberryPiPico and the PiicoDev ecosystem. There are variants of the case, one which allows you to wall-mountthe system and another variation that makes it possible to charge the dev...
Introduction
This guide will help you read distance data in millimeters from your PiicoDev® Distance Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A Piico...
Introduction
This guide will help you read distance data in millimeters from your PiicoDev® Distance Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A Piico...
So what does it mean to run headless?A computer setup without a monitor is said to be running headless. You might wantto do this if you're installing your Pi into some project, or wantto keep power-usage and cost minimal. This kind of se...
So what does it mean to run headless?A computer setup without a monitor is said to be running headless. You might wantto do this if you're installing your Pi into some project, or wantto keep power-usage and cost minimal. This kind of se...
Sometimes a good RaspberryPi project needs to be in a place that just hard to reach. The RaspberryPi 3 Model A+ has a small form factor and is well suited for being tucked away inside a box, ceiling, or wherever your project demands. It...
Sometimes a good RaspberryPi project needs to be in a place that just hard to reach. The RaspberryPi 3 Model A+ has a small form factor and is well suited for being tucked away inside a box, ceiling, or wherever your project demands. It...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Mi...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Mi...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Mi...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Mi...
The Pimoroni Unicorn HAT lets you add 64 dazzling RGB LEDs to your RaspberryPi, and makes for a sickeningly colourful display. I'll show you how to get yours set up, and we'll have a go at modifying an example script.
This tutorial i...
The Pimoroni Unicorn HAT lets you add 64 dazzling RGB LEDs to your RaspberryPi, and makes for a sickeningly colourful display. I'll show you how to get yours set up, and we'll have a go at modifying an example script.
This tutorial i...
If you ever needed a performance boost when running Machine Learnt AI Systems (like facial recognition) with a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer then I have a solution for you. The OAK-D Lite. The Oak-D Lite is the Leatherman Multi-tool o...
If you ever needed a performance boost when running Machine Learnt AI Systems (like facial recognition) with a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer then I have a solution for you. The OAK-D Lite. The Oak-D Lite is the Leatherman Multi-tool o...
So you've got your RaspberryPi 3 Model A and need a case to house it in. In this short guide we're going to step through the considerations you should take when designing your own case, as well as provide you with all the files you need t...
So you've got your RaspberryPi 3 Model A and need a case to house it in. In this short guide we're going to step through the considerations you should take when designing your own case, as well as provide you with all the files you need t...
Like many things in the RaspberryPi ecosystem, functions such as rotating the display output can be a little unintuitive at first. Or perhaps you’re not sure how to get rid of that annoying black outline on your screen. So, we’...
Like many things in the RaspberryPi ecosystem, functions such as rotating the display output can be a little unintuitive at first. Or perhaps you’re not sure how to get rid of that annoying black outline on your screen. So, we’...
Running a virtual RaspberryPi on your computer can be a neat way to experiment in a Raspbian-like environment without being tethered to a physical Pi. In this video, I'll walk you through the process of installing RaspberryPi Desktop on a...
Running a virtual RaspberryPi on your computer can be a neat way to experiment in a Raspbian-like environment without being tethered to a physical Pi. In this video, I'll walk you through the process of installing RaspberryPi Desktop on a...
Introduction
This guide will help you read motion data from your PiicoDev® Motion Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev Motion Sensor M...
Introduction
This guide will help you read motion data from your PiicoDev® Motion Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev Motion Sensor M...
Who should follow this tutorial?
If this is your first experience with RaspberryPi, and you're using a starter kit for a RaspberryPi Zero W, then this tutorial is for you. We'll plug everything into where it needs to be, install an ...
Who should follow this tutorial?
If this is your first experience with RaspberryPi, and you're using a starter kit for a RaspberryPi Zero W, then this tutorial is for you. We'll plug everything into where it needs to be, install an ...
This guide is a little outdated: Follow our updated guide for a much simpler way to get started!
Contents
Part 1 - Interacting Coding with the REPL
Part 2 - Moving Beyond the REPL (with rshell)
Part 1 - Interactive Coding with the...
This guide is a little outdated: Follow our updated guide for a much simpler way to get started!
Contents
Part 1 - Interacting Coding with the REPL
Part 2 - Moving Beyond the REPL (with rshell)
Part 1 - Interactive Coding with the...
The RaspberryPi 5 was announced just a few weeks ago and across the internet, we have seen some recurring questions, so in this article, we tried our bestto answer some of them.
Contents:
Overclocking Questions
Cooling Quest...
The RaspberryPi 5 was announced just a few weeks ago and across the internet, we have seen some recurring questions, so in this article, we tried our bestto answer some of them.
Contents:
Overclocking Questions
Cooling Quest...
Introduction
This guide will help you read atmospheric data from your PiicoDev® Atmospheric Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing do...
Introduction
This guide will help you read atmospheric data from your PiicoDev® Atmospheric Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing do...
Introduction
This guide will help you read light intensity data from your PiicoDev® Ambient Light Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev...
Introduction
This guide will help you read light intensity data from your PiicoDev® Ambient Light Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto yo...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto yo...
In this tutorial, we'll get some WS2812B LEDs (also known as GlowBits and NeoPixels) working with a RaspberryPiPico. If you haven't already set up Thonny for programming your Pico, follow our guide on that first.
To follow along you'll...
In this tutorial, we'll get some WS2812B LEDs (also known as GlowBits and NeoPixels) working with a RaspberryPiPico. If you haven't already set up Thonny for programming your Pico, follow our guide on that first.
To follow along you'll...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Rotary Encoder is, when and why we might use a Rotary Encoder, and how to use a Rotary Encoder with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along all you'll need is:
A Rotary Encoder - we recommend using our br...
In this guide, we'll learn what a Rotary Encoder is, when and why we might use a Rotary Encoder, and how to use a Rotary Encoder with a RaspberryPiPico.
To follow along all you'll need is:
A Rotary Encoder - we recommend using our br...
What if I told you that you could have the power to detect a lightning strike from 40km away? You'd probably think I've gone mad watching too many Marvel movies. But it is true! All thanks to the DFRobot Gravity: Lightning Sensor. Accessib...
What if I told you that you could have the power to detect a lightning strike from 40km away? You'd probably think I've gone mad watching too many Marvel movies. But it is true! All thanks to the DFRobot Gravity: Lightning Sensor. Accessib...
This guide will demonstrate exactly how to control any large DC Motors that we stock with a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer, through code or through a Bluetooth Controller. To clarify (in my mind) a large DC Motors runs at 12+ Volt...
This guide will demonstrate exactly how to control any large DC Motors that we stock with a RaspberryPi Single Board Computer, through code or through a Bluetooth Controller. To clarify (in my mind) a large DC Motors runs at 12+ Volt...
In this guide we'll create a simple HTTP server using a RaspberryPiPico W. This server will be accessible from within a local WiFi network and can be used to read sensors and control hardware - in our case we'll drive an LED and read the...
In this guide we'll create a simple HTTP server using a RaspberryPiPico W. This server will be accessible from within a local WiFi network and can be used to read sensors and control hardware - in our case we'll drive an LED and read the...
In this tutorial we’ll be getting familiar with basic use of the RaspberryPiterminal. We’ll cover navigating the file-system, making directories, writing and editing text files, and justtouch on the use of wildcards.
To get ...
In this tutorial we’ll be getting familiar with basic use of the RaspberryPiterminal. We’ll cover navigating the file-system, making directories, writing and editing text files, and justtouch on the use of wildcards.
To get ...
Introduction
Let's play tones and melodies on a PiicoDev® Buzzer Module with a RaspberryPi. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, running an example to make sure everything works, and playing simple melodies.
To follow along...
Introduction
Let's play tones and melodies on a PiicoDev® Buzzer Module with a RaspberryPi. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, running an example to make sure everything works, and playing simple melodies.
To follow along...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetometer. In this guide we'll connectthe Magnetometer to our RaspberryPi, get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. Finally, we'll remix the code to ...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetometer. In this guide we'll connectthe Magnetometer to our RaspberryPi, get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. Finally, we'll remix the code to ...
It has finally happened, they figured it out! The new frontier of Colour Electronic Paper is here and I'm very impressed. People have been demanding this ever since the first E-Paper readers hitthe market in the noughties. That black and ...
It has finally happened, they figured it out! The new frontier of Colour Electronic Paper is here and I'm very impressed. People have been demanding this ever since the first E-Paper readers hitthe market in the noughties. That black and ...
A super quick article for those who just gottheir hands on the RaspberryPiPico and wantto keep it safe and snug in a case. Either with a resin printer or fused filament printer both can produce excellent cases. It was very pleasant prot...
A super quick article for those who just gottheir hands on the RaspberryPiPico and wantto keep it safe and snug in a case. Either with a resin printer or fused filament printer both can produce excellent cases. It was very pleasant prot...
It is time for a high-quality, complete package, 1920x1200 (HD) display set up with a RaspberryPi Single-Board Computer. In regards to touch screens with RaspberryPi have looked atTiny GPIO HAT LCD displays, medium-sized AMOLED maker di...
It is time for a high-quality, complete package, 1920x1200 (HD) display set up with a RaspberryPi Single-Board Computer. In regards to touch screens with RaspberryPi have looked atTiny GPIO HAT LCD displays, medium-sized AMOLED maker di...
Now I'm nottalking about a delivery service - I'm talking about an Uninterruptable Power Supply for your RaspberryPi 4.
So if your RaspberryPi project needs to be powered all the time relying solely on the mains power system may leave y...
Now I'm nottalking about a delivery service - I'm talking about an Uninterruptable Power Supply for your RaspberryPi 4.
So if your RaspberryPi project needs to be powered all the time relying solely on the mains power system may leave y...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi Zero, Zero W and Zero WH provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was de...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi Zero, Zero W and Zero WH provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was de...
This will be a quick article showing the process to flash the legacy RaspberryPi OS 'Buster' Debian 10 (or any previous OS iteration) to a Micro-SD card. With any exciting new Operating System (OS) release, there are always small ...
This will be a quick article showing the process to flash the legacy RaspberryPi OS 'Buster' Debian 10 (or any previous OS iteration) to a Micro-SD card. With any exciting new Operating System (OS) release, there are always small ...
Introduction
This guide will help you read barometric pressure data from your PiicoDev® Pressure Sensor with a RaspberryPi single-board computer.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zero W)...
Introduction
This guide will help you read barometric pressure data from your PiicoDev® Pressure Sensor with a RaspberryPi single-board computer.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero or Zero W)...
Pimironi Picade Pan-Tilt Hat lets you mount and control a pan-tilt module right on top of your RaspberryPi palm-sized computer. Setting up a Pan and Tilt system has never been easier with absolutely no soldering required! Pe...
Pimironi Picade Pan-Tilt Hat lets you mount and control a pan-tilt module right on top of your RaspberryPi palm-sized computer. Setting up a Pan and Tilt system has never been easier with absolutely no soldering required! Pe...
While the RaspberryPi Compute Module 4s (CM4s) share a lot with the regular Pi 4 Model B, getting started with the flashing process can be quite different depending on which model you pick! This article aims to demystify that, so without f...
While the RaspberryPi Compute Module 4s (CM4s) share a lot with the regular Pi 4 Model B, getting started with the flashing process can be quite different depending on which model you pick! This article aims to demystify that, so without f...
If you've had issues getting your RaspberryPi 4 to work with specific HDMI displays (monitors, TV's etc.) this tutorial has got you covered! It's a quick fix that just requires a bit of tinkering in the config.txt file that's present on al...
If you've had issues getting your RaspberryPi 4 to work with specific HDMI displays (monitors, TV's etc.) this tutorial has got you covered! It's a quick fix that just requires a bit of tinkering in the config.txt file that's present on al...
Introduction
This guide will help you read weather data from your PiicoDev® Atmospheric Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero ...
Introduction
This guide will help you read weather data from your PiicoDev® Atmospheric Sensor and a RaspberryPi single-board computer
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPi (model 3, 4, Zero ...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS ...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS ...
Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) uses electromagnetic fields to identify and communicate with tags. Each RFID module emits radio waves that energise the passive tag, which then responds with its own identifying number or data, as reque...
Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) uses electromagnetic fields to identify and communicate with tags. Each RFID module emits radio waves that energise the passive tag, which then responds with its own identifying number or data, as reque...
Introduction
Let's read colour data from a PiicoDev® Colour Sensor with a RaspberryPi and create a colour sorting machine. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, downloading some example code and remixing it.
To follow along,...
Introduction
Let's read colour data from a PiicoDev® Colour Sensor with a RaspberryPi and create a colour sorting machine. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, downloading some example code and remixing it.
To follow along,...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi 3A+ provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was designed and manufactur...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi 3A+ provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was designed and manufactur...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
In this tutorial we'll be writing our first bash script for RaspberryPi. We'll create a directory to keep this and future scripts, write the actual script, and set it up as something that can be executed from the shell.
Scripts are an inc...
In this tutorial we'll be writing our first bash script for RaspberryPi. We'll create a directory to keep this and future scripts, write the actual script, and set it up as something that can be executed from the shell.
Scripts are an inc...
This guide will demonstrate exactly how to control Standard Stepper Motors and DC Motors with a RaspberryPi Single-Board Computer. To do this as seamlessly as possible we will utilise a HAT. HAT stands for Hardware Attached on Top. HAT bo...
This guide will demonstrate exactly how to control Standard Stepper Motors and DC Motors with a RaspberryPi Single-Board Computer. To do this as seamlessly as possible we will utilise a HAT. HAT stands for Hardware Attached on Top. HAT bo...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPi and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To follo...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPi and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To follo...
Here is a solution so you can turn your RaspberryPi handheld computer on and off from the power plug (power cycle it) just like any other appliance in your home! And it can all be done through only one setting.
With a normally set-up Rasp...
Here is a solution so you can turn your RaspberryPi handheld computer on and off from the power plug (power cycle it) just like any other appliance in your home! And it can all be done through only one setting.
With a normally set-up Rasp...
There is a whole range of Sub-4 Inch Displays that attach directly to the GPIO pins of RaspberryPi Palm-Sized Computers. Many of them are touch devices and increase the usability of your RaspberryPi whilst making almost no size sacrifices...
There is a whole range of Sub-4 Inch Displays that attach directly to the GPIO pins of RaspberryPi Palm-Sized Computers. Many of them are touch devices and increase the usability of your RaspberryPi whilst making almost no size sacrifices...
Introduction
Let's play tones and melodies on a PiicoDev® Buzzer Module with a RaspberryPiPico. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, running an example to make sure everything works, and playing simple melodies.
To follow ...
Introduction
Let's play tones and melodies on a PiicoDev® Buzzer Module with a RaspberryPiPico. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, running an example to make sure everything works, and playing simple melodies.
To follow ...
This is a quick crash course on how to set up, use, and change virtual environments in Thonny on a RaspberryPi.
In late 2023 Bookworm OS for the RaspberryPi rolled out and this new OS restricted the ability to install externally managed...
This is a quick crash course on how to set up, use, and change virtual environments in Thonny on a RaspberryPi.
In late 2023 Bookworm OS for the RaspberryPi rolled out and this new OS restricted the ability to install externally managed...
This guide will help you get started with the RaspberryPiPico and the Thonny Python IDE, which has out-of-the-box support for Micropython and Pico. #html-body [data-pb-style=J07FV6P],#html-body [data-pb-style=WP5FQO4]{background-position...
This guide will help you get started with the RaspberryPiPico and the Thonny Python IDE, which has out-of-the-box support for Micropython and Pico. #html-body [data-pb-style=J07FV6P],#html-body [data-pb-style=WP5FQO4]{background-position...
This guide will teach you how to control up to 992 5V Servos through the GPIO pins on your RaspberryPi! But more practically, without stacking multiple HATS (Hardware Attached on Top), this guide will teach exactly how to control sixt...
This guide will teach you how to control up to 992 5V Servos through the GPIO pins on your RaspberryPi! But more practically, without stacking multiple HATS (Hardware Attached on Top), this guide will teach exactly how to control sixt...
Force-sensitive resistors (FSR) are remarkable electrical components and are proper unsung heroes in the Makers World. Name me a better variable touch input device which has basically no moving parts, all whilst being available in such a t...
Force-sensitive resistors (FSR) are remarkable electrical components and are proper unsung heroes in the Makers World. Name me a better variable touch input device which has basically no moving parts, all whilst being available in such a t...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Capacitive Touch Sensor. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev Capacitive Touch Sensor to our RaspberryPi and get it working with some example code to detecttouch events. We'll also remix the c...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Capacitive Touch Sensor. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev Capacitive Touch Sensor to our RaspberryPi and get it working with some example code to detecttouch events. We'll also remix the c...
IntroductionLet’s take a look atthe RaspberryPiPico W - a WiFi-enabled development board from RaspberryPi. This overview article will explore the Pico W features and specifications. As always, there are additional resources atth...
IntroductionLet’s take a look atthe RaspberryPiPico W - a WiFi-enabled development board from RaspberryPi. This overview article will explore the Pico W features and specifications. As always, there are additional resources atth...
Video gaming has evolved tremendously over the last decade, console games produce near real-life graphics, and playing with friends across the globe is easier than sending a text message. This is all well and good, butthere are those of us...
Video gaming has evolved tremendously over the last decade, console games produce near real-life graphics, and playing with friends across the globe is easier than sending a text message. This is all well and good, butthere are those of us...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetometer. In this guide, we'll connectthe Magnetometer to our RaspberryPiPico, get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. Finally, we'll remix the c...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetometer. In this guide, we'll connectthe Magnetometer to our RaspberryPiPico, get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. Finally, we'll remix the c...
3D Printing is one of the ways we can turn virtual 3-dimensional models into real world objects. It is an Additive manufacturing (AM) process, building models layer by layer. AM is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which takes a blo...
3D Printing is one of the ways we can turn virtual 3-dimensional models into real world objects. It is an Additive manufacturing (AM) process, building models layer by layer. AM is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which takes a blo...
Introduction
This guide will help you read barometric pressure from your PiicoDev® Pressure Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev Press...
Introduction
This guide will help you read barometric pressure from your PiicoDev® Pressure Sensor and a RaspberryPiPico
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A RaspberryPiPico with pins soldered (pointing down)
A PiicoDev Press...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS ...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of OPEN-CV with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS ...
Introduction
The Makerverse Nano Power Timer is an ultra-low current consumption power controller designed to periodically turn on a battery powered microcontroller. It is perfect for maximising the battery life of data-logging sensor...
Introduction
The Makerverse Nano Power Timer is an ultra-low current consumption power controller designed to periodically turn on a battery powered microcontroller. It is perfect for maximising the battery life of data-logging sensor...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi 3B+ provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was designed and manufactur...
The Slim Case for the RaspberryPi 3B+ provides protection for your RaspberryPi without adding unnecessary bulk. Best of all it keeps everything sleek and tidy without hiding the board itself. The Slim Case was designed and manufactur...
There are a ton of electrical wire connectors, too many to elaborate on in a single guide, however there are a couple of connectors that as a maker you will come across. Often when starting your way into the electronics world all you need ...
There are a ton of electrical wire connectors, too many to elaborate on in a single guide, however there are a couple of connectors that as a maker you will come across. Often when starting your way into the electronics world all you need ...
--- NEW UPDATED GUIDE CLICK HERE ---This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (also known as NeoPixels). We'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for RaspberryPi. This tutorial will work with ANY mod...
--- NEW UPDATED GUIDE CLICK HERE ---This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (also known as NeoPixels). We'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for RaspberryPi. This tutorial will work with ANY mod...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
Introduction
This guide covers the configuration steps required to use the Makerverse Supercap Real Time Clock module as a backup RTC on a RaspberryPi. This is required for remote applications when Internet access is impractical and accur...
Introduction
This guide covers the configuration steps required to use the Makerverse Supercap Real Time Clock module as a backup RTC on a RaspberryPi. This is required for remote applications when Internet access is impractical and accur...
Introduction
Let's read colour data from a PiicoDev® Colour Sensor with a RaspberryPiPico, and create a colour sorting machine. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, downloading some example code and remixing it.
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Introduction
Let's read colour data from a PiicoDev® Colour Sensor with a RaspberryPiPico, and create a colour sorting machine. This guide will cover connecting the hardware, downloading some example code and remixing it.
...
IntroductionIn this guide, we'll get a RaspberryPiPico W to send and receive data to the cloud using the MQTT protocol.
To follow along, all you'll need is:
A RaspberryPiPico W
Understand how to connectthe Pico W to WiFi
Underst...
IntroductionIn this guide, we'll get a RaspberryPiPico W to send and receive data to the cloud using the MQTT protocol.
To follow along, all you'll need is:
A RaspberryPiPico W
Understand how to connectthe Pico W to WiFi
Underst...
All Argon ONE Cases for the RaspberryPi 4 Model B have formidable feature sets, with my personal favourite feature being a safe On and Off button. Once the Pi has been installed to the case you can obtain full On and Off functionality...
All Argon ONE Cases for the RaspberryPi 4 Model B have formidable feature sets, with my personal favourite feature being a safe On and Off button. Once the Pi has been installed to the case you can obtain full On and Off functionality...
Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) uses electromagnetic fields to identify and communicate with tags. Each RFID module emits radio waves that energise the passive tag, which then responds with its own identifying number or data, as reque...
Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) uses electromagnetic fields to identify and communicate with tags. Each RFID module emits radio waves that energise the passive tag, which then responds with its own identifying number or data, as reque...
Feel restricted by your connectivity? Wantto send data from a remote node 10km away from civilization? Or ~3km when you are in a built-up civilization. Feel the urge for Liberation? Then I have the solution for you! Using only hardware bu...
Feel restricted by your connectivity? Wantto send data from a remote node 10km away from civilization? Or ~3km when you are in a built-up civilization. Feel the urge for Liberation? Then I have the solution for you! Using only hardware bu...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To ...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To ...
IntroductionThis article will compare the RaspberryPiPico, and Pico W. Aside from the obvious difference (the Pico W has wireless connectivity), there are a few smaller and more subtle differences that are worth considering.Physical Comp...
IntroductionThis article will compare the RaspberryPiPico, and Pico W. Aside from the obvious difference (the Pico W has wireless connectivity), there are a few smaller and more subtle differences that are worth considering.Physical Comp...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev ® Capacitive Touch Sensor. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev Capacitive Touch Sensor to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to detecttouch events. We'll also rem...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev ® Capacitive Touch Sensor. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev Capacitive Touch Sensor to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to detecttouch events. We'll also rem...
This is an update to an older guide done so that we can provide you with the fastest, most modern, and best way to set up your system.
Nothing beats bright shiny colourful lights and this guide demonstrates the fastest and most customizab...
This is an update to an older guide done so that we can provide you with the fastest, most modern, and best way to set up your system.
Nothing beats bright shiny colourful lights and this guide demonstrates the fastest and most customizab...
So you’ve got your RaspberryPi. You’ve gotten NOOBS setup on it, explored Raspbian a bit, and you’re feeling like a bit of a pro. Awesome! Now let’s get down to the nitty gritty side of things, what it’s ...
So you’ve got your RaspberryPi. You’ve gotten NOOBS setup on it, explored Raspbian a bit, and you’re feeling like a bit of a pro. Awesome! Now let’s get down to the nitty gritty side of things, what it’s ...
Introduction
This guide covers the basic use of the Makerverse Supercap Real Time clock on the RaspberryPiPico using our RV3028 MicroPython module. The MicroPython module implements some commonly used features of the RV3028 RTC but is no...
Introduction
This guide covers the basic use of the Makerverse Supercap Real Time clock on the RaspberryPiPico using our RV3028 MicroPython module. The MicroPython module implements some commonly used features of the RV3028 RTC but is no...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
The two main standards at work in...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
The two main standards at work in...
It is time for an Airplane Tracking RaspberryPi! The final setup here will let you personally collect data on the exact whereabouts of airplanes over 400km away. It will update one to four times each minute. Be passenger planes, cargo air...
It is time for an Airplane Tracking RaspberryPi! The final setup here will let you personally collect data on the exact whereabouts of airplanes over 400km away. It will update one to four times each minute. Be passenger planes, cargo air...
Today, we’re looking atthe 8Bitdo NES30 Pro. It’s a newer controller from 8Bitdo and one that I’m really excited about. It’s an interesting gamepad, with the styling and form factor taking cues from both the classic...
Today, we’re looking atthe 8Bitdo NES30 Pro. It’s a newer controller from 8Bitdo and one that I’m really excited about. It’s an interesting gamepad, with the styling and form factor taking cues from both the classic...
Welcome to the C Programming Workshop for Makers! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of easily digestible videos that cover everything you'll need to know to on your way with C programming and start making awesome projects....
Welcome to the C Programming Workshop for Makers! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of easily digestible videos that cover everything you'll need to know to on your way with C programming and start making awesome projects....
How many young people are able to assemble a computer, from scratch? Sure, adults can do it. There are even IT professionals and avid PC enthusiasts thattake itto the next level; customizing everything down to the color of the Power LED a...
How many young people are able to assemble a computer, from scratch? Sure, adults can do it. There are even IT professionals and avid PC enthusiasts thattake itto the next level; customizing everything down to the color of the Power LED a...
What a time to be alive! It’s never been easier to get into electronics and programming with platforms like Arduino, RaspberryPi, Chibitronics and many more. These platforms are great, but with the Internet of Things (IoT) becoming m...
What a time to be alive! It’s never been easier to get into electronics and programming with platforms like Arduino, RaspberryPi, Chibitronics and many more. These platforms are great, but with the Internet of Things (IoT) becoming m...
In case you haven’t noticed, Internet of Things is the phrase on everyone’s lips right now; why make a device, when you can make an IoT device? And the good folks at Particle.io have made it easier than ever to create your own...
In case you haven’t noticed, Internet of Things is the phrase on everyone’s lips right now; why make a device, when you can make an IoT device? And the good folks at Particle.io have made it easier than ever to create your own...
If you’ve been around electronics for a while you’ll have noticed the trend of single board microcomputers targeted at hobbyists through to industrial projects, the most popular platform being the RaspberryPi. Now the Raspberry...
If you’ve been around electronics for a while you’ll have noticed the trend of single board microcomputers targeted at hobbyists through to industrial projects, the most popular platform being the RaspberryPi. Now the Raspberry...
The PiicoDev® Air Quality Sensor is based on an ENS160 multi-gas sensor that detects Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). These measurements are run through some algorithms to produce standardised outputs like Air Quality Index (AQI...
The PiicoDev® Air Quality Sensor is based on an ENS160 multi-gas sensor that detects Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). These measurements are run through some algorithms to produce standardised outputs like Air Quality Index (AQI...
Introduction Welcome to the guide for the Makerverse Load Cell kit. With this hardware you will be able to make a set of scales capable of measuring weights up to 3kg with a precision as low as 0.1g!
To follow along you will need:
...
Introduction Welcome to the guide for the Makerverse Load Cell kit. With this hardware you will be able to make a set of scales capable of measuring weights up to 3kg with a precision as low as 0.1g!
To follow along you will need:
...
The PiicoDev Magnetometer unlocks a lot of sensing abilities for your project. In this guide we'll walk through how to sense an angle with a small magnet and printthe angle on a PiicoDev OLED.
This guide covers whatthe sensor is r...
The PiicoDev Magnetometer unlocks a lot of sensing abilities for your project. In this guide we'll walk through how to sense an angle with a small magnet and printthe angle on a PiicoDev OLED.
This guide covers whatthe sensor is r...
Thanks to huge advancements in technology over the last decade, the maker community that we know and love has thrived. It’s now easier than ever before to get started with programming and tinkering due to the innovation from brands su...
Thanks to huge advancements in technology over the last decade, the maker community that we know and love has thrived. It’s now easier than ever before to get started with programming and tinkering due to the innovation from brands su...
Greetings on your next step in your Python trip. This guide will focus on the | import |, | from | and | as | keywords. These keywords distinctly focus on ways to introduce new functionality to Python. For stoc...
Greetings on your next step in your Python trip. This guide will focus on the | import |, | from | and | as | keywords. These keywords distinctly focus on ways to introduce new functionality to Python. For stoc...
Welcome to the next step of comprehension for the fireball programming language of Python. This guide will provide you with tools to help aid conceptualisation of the control flow within your programming scripts. The control flow is th...
Welcome to the next step of comprehension for the fireball programming language of Python. This guide will provide you with tools to help aid conceptualisation of the control flow within your programming scripts. The control flow is th...
On and Off. It’s the basis for all electronics, from the most sophisticated computer network to a simple circuit. Electronics is all about using one thing, to control another, input and output, on and off. Even the transistors inside ...
On and Off. It’s the basis for all electronics, from the most sophisticated computer network to a simple circuit. Electronics is all about using one thing, to control another, input and output, on and off. Even the transistors inside ...
If there’s an odd one in the Pycom family of microprocessor boards it’s this one, the SiPy. There’s nothing wrong with it, it’s justthat its sister board the LoPy4 has the same capabilities as SiPy, plus a LoRa ...
If there’s an odd one in the Pycom family of microprocessor boards it’s this one, the SiPy. There’s nothing wrong with it, it’s justthat its sister board the LoPy4 has the same capabilities as SiPy, plus a LoRa ...
Arduino Projects with Motion (Using Sparkfun RedBoard)
Welcome to the Third Project Set from the Sparkfun Inventors Kit V4.0 Guide! In this tutorial, we will explore the operation of a Servo Motor and an UltraSonic Sensor in combination wi...
Arduino Projects with Motion (Using Sparkfun RedBoard)
Welcome to the Third Project Set from the Sparkfun Inventors Kit V4.0 Guide! In this tutorial, we will explore the operation of a Servo Motor and an UltraSonic Sensor in combination wi...
NOOBS has made installing Operating Systems (OS) on the Raspberry a super simple process. If you haven’t purchased a RaspberryPi NOOBS MicroSD card, you can download NOOBS onto a blank SD card in a couple of quick, easy steps.
...
NOOBS has made installing Operating Systems (OS) on the Raspberry a super simple process. If you haven’t purchased a RaspberryPi NOOBS MicroSD card, you can download NOOBS onto a blank SD card in a couple of quick, easy steps.
...
If your utilizing a correctly set up Ultimaker S5 3D Printer you should have no issues with first layer printing. So long as there are print profiles available on Cura, which most likely it will, with a correctly set up 3D printer you will ...
If your utilizing a correctly set up Ultimaker S5 3D Printer you should have no issues with first layer printing. So long as there are print profiles available on Cura, which most likely it will, with a correctly set up 3D printer you will ...
Dual-extrusion printing is an absolute treat and Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) as a support structure is truly worth a celebration! You can produce immensely detailed models with a ton of supports and not be concerned about removal. Just immerse ...
Dual-extrusion printing is an absolute treat and Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) as a support structure is truly worth a celebration! You can produce immensely detailed models with a ton of supports and not be concerned about removal. Just immerse ...
Remote control of your 3D printer is a particularly appealing concept, especially if you've been forced into printing via USB in the past. Using your new 3D printer should be as simple as plugging it in, uploading some G-Code and pressing '...
Remote control of your 3D printer is a particularly appealing concept, especially if you've been forced into printing via USB in the past. Using your new 3D printer should be as simple as plugging it in, uploading some G-Code and pressing '...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev Real Time Clock. We'll set and read the time/date, observe the power-backup capability, and configure the RTC with an alarm.
A Real-Time Clock (RTC) is a timekeeping device that accurat...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev Real Time Clock. We'll set and read the time/date, observe the power-backup capability, and configure the RTC with an alarm.
A Real-Time Clock (RTC) is a timekeeping device that accurat...
Let's have a very quick look at Git and Github - Git is an enormous topic, so this won't be an exhaustive tutorial but by the end of it we'll have a working knowledge of basic git workflow.
I'll be showing this tutorial on a Rasp...
Let's have a very quick look at Git and Github - Git is an enormous topic, so this won't be an exhaustive tutorial but by the end of it we'll have a working knowledge of basic git workflow.
I'll be showing this tutorial on a Rasp...
Buttons are a ubiquitous user interface - of course, you've seen them everywhere! The humble button is often the fastest way to create a control interface for your projecttoo. This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Butt...
Buttons are a ubiquitous user interface - of course, you've seen them everywhere! The humble button is often the fastest way to create a control interface for your projecttoo. This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Butt...
Ah, Arduino and LattePanda coming together at last. What could be better? Well along with the factthat your LattePanda is a fully fledged Windows 10 computer so you can program any Arduino board you want as normal, one of the bestthings a...
Ah, Arduino and LattePanda coming together at last. What could be better? Well along with the factthat your LattePanda is a fully fledged Windows 10 computer so you can program any Arduino board you want as normal, one of the bestthings a...
Makeblock is a company with education atthe forefront of its priorities. They introduce mechanical design, and software developmentto robotics in a way analogous to Lego, that is to say, they aim to educate the student by encouraging crea...
Makeblock is a company with education atthe forefront of its priorities. They introduce mechanical design, and software developmentto robotics in a way analogous to Lego, that is to say, they aim to educate the student by encouraging crea...
Amid all the new controllers that 8Bitdo have brought out and the mountain of RaspberryPi cases and accessories that are available, we’ve bundled everything together to create the ultimate RetroPie gaming console. If you’ve bee...
Amid all the new controllers that 8Bitdo have brought out and the mountain of RaspberryPi cases and accessories that are available, we’ve bundled everything together to create the ultimate RetroPie gaming console. If you’ve bee...
Perhaps you’ve read our Gaming Kit for RetroPie tutorial on how to setup a RetroPie console and wondered what’s required to actually build one, or heard about it and not been sure what you need. Well, today is your lucky day bec...
Perhaps you’ve read our Gaming Kit for RetroPie tutorial on how to setup a RetroPie console and wondered what’s required to actually build one, or heard about it and not been sure what you need. Well, today is your lucky day bec...
The Internet of Things(IoT) and its devices have been utilised by ‘DIYers’ and ‘Makers’ to connect projects to the internet and take advantage of the worldwide network we have created. Some might say a sentence with ...
The Internet of Things(IoT) and its devices have been utilised by ‘DIYers’ and ‘Makers’ to connect projects to the internet and take advantage of the worldwide network we have created. Some might say a sentence with ...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
One of the most common sensors in...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
One of the most common sensors in...
Hey there, are you loving the vintage gaming experience that is RetroPie? Wait, you haven’t heard of RetroPie. No! You’d better go and check out our Gaming Kit for RetroPie tutorial ASAP.
Oh good, you now know the awesomeness t...
Hey there, are you loving the vintage gaming experience that is RetroPie? Wait, you haven’t heard of RetroPie. No! You’d better go and check out our Gaming Kit for RetroPie tutorial ASAP.
Oh good, you now know the awesomeness t...
As technology gets smaller and more powerful, wearables and portable devices are becoming more common in our everyday lives. Makers are looking to make projects portable and with that comes the need for high capacity batteries that are reli...
As technology gets smaller and more powerful, wearables and portable devices are becoming more common in our everyday lives. Makers are looking to make projects portable and with that comes the need for high capacity batteries that are reli...
One of the special properties of transparent resin prints created by DLP 3D printers like the Creality LD-002R and SLA printers like the Formlabs Form 3 is how vibrantly you can colourise them with Alcohol Inks. Simply by dabbing on just a ...
One of the special properties of transparent resin prints created by DLP 3D printers like the Creality LD-002R and SLA printers like the Formlabs Form 3 is how vibrantly you can colourise them with Alcohol Inks. Simply by dabbing on just a ...
This is the process I go through to make Polymaker Polywood look like actual wood (or at least I had a good go at it)! It will assume you already have a 3D printed components made from Polymaker Polywood Filament. This is a PLA (p...
This is the process I go through to make Polymaker Polywood look like actual wood (or at least I had a good go at it)! It will assume you already have a 3D printed components made from Polymaker Polywood Filament. This is a PLA (p...
If you hang around 3D printers, X-Y plotters, CNC machines, drawing machines, or people who use any of them G-code is a term that will universally come up no matter where you find yourself in the world. But what is it? And how is it being u...
If you hang around 3D printers, X-Y plotters, CNC machines, drawing machines, or people who use any of them G-code is a term that will universally come up no matter where you find yourself in the world. But what is it? And how is it being u...
To update software in Raspbian, you can use the apttool in a terminal. Open a terminal window from the taskbar or application menu:
First, update your system's package list by entering the following command:
Nex...
To update software in Raspbian, you can use the apttool in a terminal. Open a terminal window from the taskbar or application menu:
First, update your system's package list by entering the following command:
Nex...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
warning: this is a "nano" gateway...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
warning: this is a "nano" gateway...
Bluetooth is a low-power radio technology used to link devices wirelessly. Most commonly recognised as the way to link a mobile phone to a car or speaker, it has many uses beyond that. The "low power" aspect is not a shortcoming, as a large...
Bluetooth is a low-power radio technology used to link devices wirelessly. Most commonly recognised as the way to link a mobile phone to a car or speaker, it has many uses beyond that. The "low power" aspect is not a shortcoming, as a large...
Hello and welcome to another tutorial on the joys of RetroPie. Today we’re going to look at making RetroPie even better. If you’ve had the chance to play around with the RetroPie system, you’ll have noticed that whilst it ...
Hello and welcome to another tutorial on the joys of RetroPie. Today we’re going to look at making RetroPie even better. If you’ve had the chance to play around with the RetroPie system, you’ll have noticed that whilst it ...
What is MQTT?
MQTT (Message Queue Telemetry Transport) is a simple and ‘lightweight’ way for internet-connected devices to send each other messages. This is important for home-automation because devices need to send messag...
What is MQTT?
MQTT (Message Queue Telemetry Transport) is a simple and ‘lightweight’ way for internet-connected devices to send each other messages. This is important for home-automation because devices need to send messag...
We’re in a golden age of connectivity, the internet we know today has given us the tools to connect anything to anything, and now with the platform broughtto us by Particle, DIYers everywhere can connectthe creations up to this va...
We’re in a golden age of connectivity, the internet we know today has given us the tools to connect anything to anything, and now with the platform broughtto us by Particle, DIYers everywhere can connectthe creations up to this va...
If you’re a musician or have had anything to do with the entertainment industry, you may have heard of the term MIDI before. MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface and was created in the mid-80’s as a way to standa...
If you’re a musician or have had anything to do with the entertainment industry, you may have heard of the term MIDI before. MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface and was created in the mid-80’s as a way to standa...
Nowadays, everything is going wireless. Phones, computers, game controllers, consoles, everything! Wireless technology has allowed us to use electronic devices with an untethered freedom which just isn’t possible with clunky cables ...
Nowadays, everything is going wireless. Phones, computers, game controllers, consoles, everything! Wireless technology has allowed us to use electronic devices with an untethered freedom which just isn’t possible with clunky cables ...
In another tutorial we looked atthe Photon board from Particle, and whilst Wi-Fi is awesome for many applications, it restricts you to a localised connection. Particle have once again come to rescue and provided us with a cellular solution...
In another tutorial we looked atthe Photon board from Particle, and whilst Wi-Fi is awesome for many applications, it restricts you to a localised connection. Particle have once again come to rescue and provided us with a cellular solution...
Every Micro:bit has the ability to measure visible light, but what about UV light? Imagine that you are growing a plant on the window sill in a well-lit room. Does your plant have enough light? Plants need UV lightto photosynthesize e...
Every Micro:bit has the ability to measure visible light, but what about UV light? Imagine that you are growing a plant on the window sill in a well-lit room. Does your plant have enough light? Plants need UV lightto photosynthesize e...
The Problem:
You may find that while setting up RetroPie on your RaspberryPithat pairing new Bluetooth controllers results in something like:
During the "Please choose the security mode - Try the first one, then second if that fails",...
The Problem:
You may find that while setting up RetroPie on your RaspberryPithat pairing new Bluetooth controllers results in something like:
During the "Please choose the security mode - Try the first one, then second if that fails",...
By now, you’ve probably seen the fancy new RaspberryPi cases we’ve got available; the NESPi case by Retroflag. Designed and styled specifically for retro gaming systems such as RetroPie, it offers everything you need to turn yo...
By now, you’ve probably seen the fancy new RaspberryPi cases we’ve got available; the NESPi case by Retroflag. Designed and styled specifically for retro gaming systems such as RetroPie, it offers everything you need to turn yo...
For Ultimaker 3D printers it is crucial to have a flat and level build platform which is parallel to the path of the nozzle. By having a correctly set up print space it will ensure the best possible results for all 3D printed components.&nb...
For Ultimaker 3D printers it is crucial to have a flat and level build platform which is parallel to the path of the nozzle. By having a correctly set up print space it will ensure the best possible results for all 3D printed components.&nb...
By now you’re probably loving the platform that is Particle and all these crazy ideas of how to create the next big IoTthing (Internet of Things thing…hmm), but for many inventors, the stumbling block is integrating your creat...
By now you’re probably loving the platform that is Particle and all these crazy ideas of how to create the next big IoTthing (Internet of Things thing…hmm), but for many inventors, the stumbling block is integrating your creat...
warning: this guide is dated and kept for legacy reasons. Links may not work.
Welcome to part 1 of our Cadsoft Eagle tutorial. Put your hand up if you’ve always wanted to take the clunky, delicate circuit you’ve c...
warning: this guide is dated and kept for legacy reasons. Links may not work.
Welcome to part 1 of our Cadsoft Eagle tutorial. Put your hand up if you’ve always wanted to take the clunky, delicate circuit you’ve c...
Note thatthe digital artifacts on the screenare from the camera used to capture and notthe screen itself
How many great artworks or photos have you seen that consist of just lines of characters; words and numbers? Very few. It’s ...
Note thatthe digital artifacts on the screenare from the camera used to capture and notthe screen itself
How many great artworks or photos have you seen that consist of just lines of characters; words and numbers? Very few. It’s ...
Let's turn it up to 11! Today we are getting right into Bluetooth Audio Receivers in particular the MH-M38. The MH-M38 is a stereo audio receiver with loudspeaker outputs (and an inbuilt amplifier) that can play music from a smartphone/com...
Let's turn it up to 11! Today we are getting right into Bluetooth Audio Receivers in particular the MH-M38. The MH-M38 is a stereo audio receiver with loudspeaker outputs (and an inbuilt amplifier) that can play music from a smartphone/com...
The RaspberryPi is an amazing piece of technology, and it’s the platform of choice for all kinds of projects. Something that makes it great is the integration of complex hardware that is taken care of for you. For example, if you wan...
The RaspberryPi is an amazing piece of technology, and it’s the platform of choice for all kinds of projects. Something that makes it great is the integration of complex hardware that is taken care of for you. For example, if you wan...
Have you ever heard people talk about how amazing the Internet of Things is and how you can leverage the power of the internet by creating IoT devices, but not really known how to get started? This tutorial is for you! We’re going to ...
Have you ever heard people talk about how amazing the Internet of Things is and how you can leverage the power of the internet by creating IoT devices, but not really known how to get started? This tutorial is for you! We’re going to ...
If your 3D printer is an Ultimaker S5 then your prints will almost always come out looking brilliant. Although achieving desirable 3D printed components can sometimes require troubleshooting to resolve print errors. These errors often can ...
If your 3D printer is an Ultimaker S5 then your prints will almost always come out looking brilliant. Although achieving desirable 3D printed components can sometimes require troubleshooting to resolve print errors. These errors often can ...
Monitoring what’s happening inside your microcontroller is an invaluable tool for prototyping and debugging. One of the best ways to do this is to send/receive data over a serial port. Most microcontrollers have a serial portthat can...
Monitoring what’s happening inside your microcontroller is an invaluable tool for prototyping and debugging. One of the best ways to do this is to send/receive data over a serial port. Most microcontrollers have a serial portthat can...
So you have just received your OctoPi kit and you are looking to get it up and running. All you need to do is grab out all the parts you received and around 20 minutes of time.
To connect your OctoPito the network you need to decide what ...
So you have just received your OctoPi kit and you are looking to get it up and running. All you need to do is grab out all the parts you received and around 20 minutes of time.
To connect your OctoPito the network you need to decide what ...
Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will take a leap into variables and types. Variables are one of the most fundamental concepts and exist in pretty much all programming languages. Variables a...
Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will take a leap into variables and types. Variables are one of the most fundamental concepts and exist in pretty much all programming languages. Variables a...
Break your television and monitors free from the confines of their edges with Hyperbian! This is an open-source ambient light software that will improve the way you enjoy your favourite media.
Hyperion for the RaspberryPi ∴ Hy...
Break your television and monitors free from the confines of their edges with Hyperbian! This is an open-source ambient light software that will improve the way you enjoy your favourite media.
Hyperion for the RaspberryPi ∴ Hy...
Introduction
This guide covers how to connectthe Makerverse Micro SD Card Adapter to a RaspberryPiPico and program a basic data logging script in MicroPython.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A Makerverse Micr...
Introduction
This guide covers how to connectthe Makerverse Micro SD Card Adapter to a RaspberryPiPico and program a basic data logging script in MicroPython.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A Makerverse Micr...
In this article we'll show you how to connect your PiicoDev® modules to your favourite development platforms.
Connection Guides
Other Connection Methods
Pinouts
Connecting Many Modules
PiicoDev Smart Modules
Custom I2C Addres...
In this article we'll show you how to connect your PiicoDev® modules to your favourite development platforms.
Connection Guides
Other Connection Methods
Pinouts
Connecting Many Modules
PiicoDev Smart Modules
Custom I2C Addres...
IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Essentials Kit. This kit provides the fundamental hardware required to construct many of the kits in the Makerverse Kits range along with providing hardware which will continue to be usef...
IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Essentials Kit. This kit provides the fundamental hardware required to construct many of the kits in the Makerverse Kits range along with providing hardware which will continue to be usef...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Stick 1x8 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Stick 1x8
A RaspberryPiPico or...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Stick 1x8 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Stick 1x8
A RaspberryPiPico or...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Matrix 4x4 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Matrix 4x4
A RaspberryPiPico ...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Matrix 4x4 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Matrix 4x4
A RaspberryPiPico ...
We're going to get started with the Fire-EdUp Platform and begin calculating Fire Danger Level, and Fire Behaviour Index.
To follow along you'll need:
A Fire-EdUp Platform
A Micro-USB Cable
A Computer with Thonny installed.
...
We're going to get started with the Fire-EdUp Platform and begin calculating Fire Danger Level, and Fire Behaviour Index.
To follow along you'll need:
A Fire-EdUp Platform
A Micro-USB Cable
A Computer with Thonny installed.
...
IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Audio Kit. This kit will allow you to build a music player, a musical keyboard, and a sound effect soundboard!
To follow along you will need:
The Makerverse Audio KitThe Makerverse ...
IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Audio Kit. This kit will allow you to build a music player, a musical keyboard, and a sound effect soundboard!
To follow along you will need:
The Makerverse Audio KitThe Makerverse ...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Potentiometer - an intuitive input device that allows you to easily interact with your project. PiicoDev Potentiometers are available in two flavours: Rotary and Slider. We'll ...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Potentiometer - an intuitive input device that allows you to easily interact with your project. PiicoDev Potentiometers are available in two flavours: Rotary and Slider. We'll ...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Matrix 8x8 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Matrix 8x8
A RaspberryPiPico ...
Introduction
This guide will cover the basic functionality of the GlowBit Python library when driving a GlowBit Matrix 8x8 module.
To follow along, it's bestto have:
A GlowBit Matrix 8x8
A RaspberryPiPico ...
This will be an overview, initial setup and first print guide for the Ultimaker 2 and Ultimaker 2 Extended . Quick links for the contents of this guide is seen below.
Printer Overview
Printer Characteristics
...
This will be an overview, initial setup and first print guide for the Ultimaker 2 and Ultimaker 2 Extended . Quick links for the contents of this guide is seen below.
Printer Overview
Printer Characteristics
...
The Micro:bit has the ability to measure temperature by sensing the temperature of the silicon die inside the main CPU. This works because the Micro:bit runs cold, and the temperature of the CPU is usually a good approximation of ...
The Micro:bit has the ability to measure temperature by sensing the temperature of the silicon die inside the main CPU. This works because the Micro:bit runs cold, and the temperature of the CPU is usually a good approximation of ...
A radio transceiver is a device that can both transmit and receive radio signals, making itthe perfecttool for communication on the go and remote projects! The PiicoDev Transceiver™ is a 915MHz radio that can send short messages up...
A radio transceiver is a device that can both transmit and receive radio signals, making itthe perfecttool for communication on the go and remote projects! The PiicoDev Transceiver™ is a 915MHz radio that can send short messages up...
The Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical objects that are all around us which are blessed with sensors, software, and other technology for the purpose of connecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems al...
The Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical objects that are all around us which are blessed with sensors, software, and other technology for the purpose of connecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems al...
So you’ve got your microcontroller/development board ready to go, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build an IoT device to make the world your slave. But hang on a minute, the sensor you h...
So you’ve got your microcontroller/development board ready to go, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build an IoT device to make the world your slave. But hang on a minute, the sensor you h...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev 3-Axis Accelerometer. We'll walk through some examples to read acceleration, infer tilt angle (from gravity), and detecttapping and shaking.
An accelerometer is a device that mea...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev 3-Axis Accelerometer. We'll walk through some examples to read acceleration, infer tilt angle (from gravity), and detecttapping and shaking.
An accelerometer is a device that mea...
Resistors are the hardworking underdogs of the electrical circuit world. You have probably added a 4.7k or 330-ohm resistor into your circuit withoutthinking about why we use those values, let alone whatthe resistor is doing. We are going...
Resistors are the hardworking underdogs of the electrical circuit world. You have probably added a 4.7k or 330-ohm resistor into your circuit withoutthinking about why we use those values, let alone whatthe resistor is doing. We are going...
Introduction
The Makerverse Motor Driver has been updated to a v20 design which now features a 5V outputpin instead of the VM pin. Some images and in-video descriptions in this guide may be outdated
This guide covers the use of the Maker...
Introduction
The Makerverse Motor Driver has been updated to a v20 design which now features a 5V outputpin instead of the VM pin. Some images and in-video descriptions in this guide may be outdated
This guide covers the use of the Maker...
Welcome to the benchmarking arena! We are going to put eleven microcontrollers to the test and see how they hold up against a set of fiendish tasks that we devised to push them beyond their limits. We chose most of our candidates based on t...
Welcome to the benchmarking arena! We are going to put eleven microcontrollers to the test and see how they hold up against a set of fiendish tasks that we devised to push them beyond their limits. We chose most of our candidates based on t...
So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any projectthat uses RGB LEDs and you wantto avoid the rat's nestthat ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connection. Digital...
So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any projectthat uses RGB LEDs and you wantto avoid the rat's nestthat ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connection. Digital...
When making a webcam mount for your 3D Printer, there are physical limitations for where you can have the camera sitting safely throughoutthe whole print. A while back, we remixed a really nicely designed bed mount for the Raspi Camera so ...
When making a webcam mount for your 3D Printer, there are physical limitations for where you can have the camera sitting safely throughoutthe whole print. A while back, we remixed a really nicely designed bed mount for the Raspi Camera so ...
What good is a robot if it can’t interact with the environment around it? Sensors are the backbone of almost every electronics project as they allow your program to make decisions based on external stimuli. We’ve got sensors for...
What good is a robot if it can’t interact with the environment around it? Sensors are the backbone of almost every electronics project as they allow your program to make decisions based on external stimuli. We’ve got sensors for...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
Since you’ve got your new P...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
Since you’ve got your new P...
Here are some other tips for your uGateway:
We recommend you update the Raspberry Zero password - we've left it as default so you can make changes without a fuss.
There is a folder on the RaspberryPi Desktop with service scripts inside...
Here are some other tips for your uGateway:
We recommend you update the Raspberry Zero password - we've left it as default so you can make changes without a fuss.
There is a folder on the RaspberryPi Desktop with service scripts inside...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Servo Driver module. We'll take a tour of the module and walk through some examples to drive common servos.
Servo motors are integrated motors that contain their own power circuitr...
This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Servo Driver module. We'll take a tour of the module and walk through some examples to drive common servos.
Servo motors are integrated motors that contain their own power circuitr...
So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any projectthat uses RGB LEDs and you wantto avoid the rat's nestthat ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connectio...
So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any projectthat uses RGB LEDs and you wantto avoid the rat's nestthat ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connectio...
Similar to how bats echo-locate and how submarines use sonar, the PiicoDev® Ultrasonic Rangefinder uses sound waves to measure the distance to an object. It sends out a high-pitched sound wave, which bounces off of the object and comes...
Similar to how bats echo-locate and how submarines use sonar, the PiicoDev® Ultrasonic Rangefinder uses sound waves to measure the distance to an object. It sends out a high-pitched sound wave, which bounces off of the object and comes...
Atthe heart of every Adafruit Circuit Playground Express lies a three-axis accelerometer. This allows us to write programs thattake the orientation of the board into account. We can detect orientation and acceleration on any axis. With Ci...
Atthe heart of every Adafruit Circuit Playground Express lies a three-axis accelerometer. This allows us to write programs thattake the orientation of the board into account. We can detect orientation and acceleration on any axis. With Ci...
Single characters can be drawn on the display with:
matrix.drawChar(char, Px, Py, colour)
where:
char is a single-character long string
Px and Py specify the pixel coordinate of the upper left corner of the character
colour is...
Single characters can be drawn on the display with:
matrix.drawChar(char, Px, Py, colour)
where:
char is a single-character long string
Px and Py specify the pixel coordinate of the upper left corner of the character
colour is...
Not quite sure how to get started with your Pimoroni Blinkt module? Let's set one up and have a play around! We'll guide you through the installation, open up some examples and try our hand at writing a simple program.
You'll need:
A Ra...
Not quite sure how to get started with your Pimoroni Blinkt module? Let's set one up and have a play around! We'll guide you through the installation, open up some examples and try our hand at writing a simple program.
You'll need:
A Ra...
Before we dive into the FIDO Certified Key-ID Security Key and how it's used, let's get a handle on what authentication online means atthe moment.
Authentication is simply the process of identifying a user based on a set of unique factors...
Before we dive into the FIDO Certified Key-ID Security Key and how it's used, let's get a handle on what authentication online means atthe moment.
Authentication is simply the process of identifying a user based on a set of unique factors...
What do we mean when we talk aboutthe "Internet of Things"? Mostly we're talking abouttiny computers that have access to the internet and do some useful work. Unlike the computers we're used to holding in our hands, they don't have a touc...
What do we mean when we talk aboutthe "Internet of Things"? Mostly we're talking abouttiny computers that have access to the internet and do some useful work. Unlike the computers we're used to holding in our hands, they don't have a touc...
So you've got your brand new RetroPie gaming kit setup, but you've got no idea how to save your games. No one wants to be starting afresh each and every time they jump onto their Pi for some light gaming. I've puttogether this handy guide ...
So you've got your brand new RetroPie gaming kit setup, but you've got no idea how to save your games. No one wants to be starting afresh each and every time they jump onto their Pi for some light gaming. I've puttogether this handy guide ...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
Any good LoRaWAN device can send ...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
Any good LoRaWAN device can send ...
The aptly named Ultimate Kit 2.0 is the final kit in the line-up of educational robots from Makeblock. With over 160 independent mechanical parts and modules, the Ultimate Kit 2.0 answers the call for almost limitless creative freedom. Matc...
The aptly named Ultimate Kit 2.0 is the final kit in the line-up of educational robots from Makeblock. With over 160 independent mechanical parts and modules, the Ultimate Kit 2.0 answers the call for almost limitless creative freedom. Matc...
It’s always a fun day when you get hands-on with a device as cool as the 8Bitdo Zero Bluetooth gamepad. 8Bitdo are known are for their re-creations of classic gaming controllers such as the SFC30 and NES30 which bring the magic of NES...
It’s always a fun day when you get hands-on with a device as cool as the 8Bitdo Zero Bluetooth gamepad. 8Bitdo are known are for their re-creations of classic gaming controllers such as the SFC30 and NES30 which bring the magic of NES...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
In our two previous Pycom article...
Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method.
In our two previous Pycom article...
Today will be all about controlling Fully Addressable LED Lights using any Espressif ESP32 Development Board and your mobile Phone all through WIFI! All possible by WLED.
There are many ways to use your mobile phone to remotely...
Today will be all about controlling Fully Addressable LED Lights using any Espressif ESP32 Development Board and your mobile Phone all through WIFI! All possible by WLED.
There are many ways to use your mobile phone to remotely...
Fritzing is a completely free Circuit Design program available across all popular operating systems. The program was designed to support hobbyists, hackers, artists and makers (and all creative minds) in taking the step from conceptto prot...
Fritzing is a completely free Circuit Design program available across all popular operating systems. The program was designed to support hobbyists, hackers, artists and makers (and all creative minds) in taking the step from conceptto prot...
This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (trade name: NeoPixels). I'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for the Particle Photon.
If you've never used any Particle hardware before, learn how to get ...
This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (trade name: NeoPixels). I'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for the Particle Photon.
If you've never used any Particle hardware before, learn how to get ...
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a powerful new feature that lets you run a Linux terminal from within windows. You may wonder why you would wantthis, but it actually is great for developers. A lot of Web and open source toolchains...
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a powerful new feature that lets you run a Linux terminal from within windows. You may wonder why you would wantthis, but it actually is great for developers. A lot of Web and open source toolchains...
This guide is all about mounting PiicoDev® Modules. It covers how to mount modules to PiicoDev Platforms (or any other material up to 3mm thick), and shows the common dimensions and mounting-hole patterns for PiicoDev hardware...
This guide is all about mounting PiicoDev® Modules. It covers how to mount modules to PiicoDev Platforms (or any other material up to 3mm thick), and shows the common dimensions and mounting-hole patterns for PiicoDev hardware...
If you’re looking for a platform to create your ideal data-logger, then look no further than Particle. Whether it be that you wantto build a weather station, or a movement detection system, thanks to Particle’s 3G and Wi-Fi boa...
If you’re looking for a platform to create your ideal data-logger, then look no further than Particle. Whether it be that you wantto build a weather station, or a movement detection system, thanks to Particle’s 3G and Wi-Fi boa...
When you are working on microcontrollers it can be very difficultto know what your code is doing, with MicroPython we can use REPL (Read Evaluate Print Loop) to see the debug output and run python commands in real time. This tutorial ...
When you are working on microcontrollers it can be very difficultto know what your code is doing, with MicroPython we can use REPL (Read Evaluate Print Loop) to see the debug output and run python commands in real time. This tutorial ...
There has been uncovered a new worthwhile step on the Python Journey thanks to the help of my co-worker and forum superstar Owen. That step is the Flask Web App Framework for Python. This framework is going to allow you to do thin...
There has been uncovered a new worthwhile step on the Python Journey thanks to the help of my co-worker and forum superstar Owen. That step is the Flask Web App Framework for Python. This framework is going to allow you to do thin...
Welcome, have you had a good day? Fantastic, unless of course, you haven’t had a good day so far, in which case don’t worry, it’s aboutto get better! Today we’re going to be learning about adding PWM channels to...
Welcome, have you had a good day? Fantastic, unless of course, you haven’t had a good day so far, in which case don’t worry, it’s aboutto get better! Today we’re going to be learning about adding PWM channels to...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To f...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® OLED Module SSD1306. In this guide, we'll connectthe PiicoDev OLED to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display text, shapes, and animations.
To f...
ECHO…echo…echo…echo…
We’ve all had fun shouting into a cave or large space and hearing our voice coming back to us at some point during our childhood. And if you’re like me, a fully grown adult who...
ECHO…echo…echo…echo…
We’ve all had fun shouting into a cave or large space and hearing our voice coming back to us at some point during our childhood. And if you’re like me, a fully grown adult who...
In this guide, we'll be learning about sensors that measure inertial movement, how they work, how to choose the right sensor type, and how to getthe most out of their readings.
Hardware mentioned in this guide:
PiicoDev Accelerometer
...
In this guide, we'll be learning about sensors that measure inertial movement, how they work, how to choose the right sensor type, and how to getthe most out of their readings.
Hardware mentioned in this guide:
PiicoDev Accelerometer
...
In the Plant_io Basic Setup Guide we assembled the Plant_io platform to automatically irrigate plants, and sprouted some seeds. As the project runs, a log file is updated with data captured at each interval. This simple log allows us ...
In the Plant_io Basic Setup Guide we assembled the Plant_io platform to automatically irrigate plants, and sprouted some seeds. As the project runs, a log file is updated with data captured at each interval. This simple log allows us ...
In case you haven’t heard, the Internet of Things (IoT) is upon us. More and more devices everyday are being connected to the internetto communicate to people and other devices. Particle have seen the DIY/maker community’s desi...
In case you haven’t heard, the Internet of Things (IoT) is upon us. More and more devices everyday are being connected to the internetto communicate to people and other devices. Particle have seen the DIY/maker community’s desi...
In this guide, we’ll learn how to harness the power of MOSFETtransistors to easily control higher-powered components like solenoids, motors, and Peltiers with a microcontroller. First, we will cover an easy-to-follow example using s...
In this guide, we’ll learn how to harness the power of MOSFETtransistors to easily control higher-powered components like solenoids, motors, and Peltiers with a microcontroller. First, we will cover an easy-to-follow example using s...
Have you ever used an Arduino board, and wanted to hook it straight up to a JST connected LiPo battery but knew it wouldn’t work? Or maybe you wanted a microcontroller with built-in wireless capabilities?
Well, Adafruit has developed...
Have you ever used an Arduino board, and wanted to hook it straight up to a JST connected LiPo battery but knew it wouldn’t work? Or maybe you wanted a microcontroller with built-in wireless capabilities?
Well, Adafruit has developed...
There are three levels of firmware upgrades that are required on Pycom gear. First, performing an upgrade on the firmware of any of the Pycom microcontrollers is a simple affair. Download the Pycom Firmware Update application as linked in t...
There are three levels of firmware upgrades that are required on Pycom gear. First, performing an upgrade on the firmware of any of the Pycom microcontrollers is a simple affair. Download the Pycom Firmware Update application as linked in t...
This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (also known as NeoPixels). I'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for Arduino.
If you've never used an Arduino before, we've got you covered with our free, o...
This tutorial is aimed at getting some instant gratification from your WS2812 LEDs (also known as NeoPixels). I'll briefly cover a bare-bones setup for Arduino.
If you've never used an Arduino before, we've got you covered with our free, o...
A popular question that we get all the time is ‘How do I choose a speaker or amplifier to go with my project?’. It’s a good question, and if you’re not familiar with the terminology, it can seem a bit daunting to kno...
A popular question that we get all the time is ‘How do I choose a speaker or amplifier to go with my project?’. It’s a good question, and if you’re not familiar with the terminology, it can seem a bit daunting to kno...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
Let's get started with the PiicoDev® 3x RGB LED Module. In this guide, we'll connectthe LED Module to our RaspberryPiPico and get it working with some example code to display colourful patterns.
To follow along, it's bestto ...
Often the last consideration in a maker project, the DC power supply is the heartbeat of many electrical projects and the correct selection requires some consideration. Power supplies go by a lot of different names, you can call them Wall ...
Often the last consideration in a maker project, the DC power supply is the heartbeat of many electrical projects and the correct selection requires some consideration. Power supplies go by a lot of different names, you can call them Wall ...
Hailing from Aleph Objects in Loveland, Colorado, the Lulzbot range of 3D printers are world renown for their quality, reliability and ease of use. The reason they're so popular? Apart from the gilded Lulzbottechnical support (practically ...
Hailing from Aleph Objects in Loveland, Colorado, the Lulzbot range of 3D printers are world renown for their quality, reliability and ease of use. The reason they're so popular? Apart from the gilded Lulzbottechnical support (practically ...
Life’s better in colour right? Then why are you still using boring old regular LEDs in your project, when you could be using addressable RGB LEDs. Now LEDS that have Red, Green, and Blue integrated in a single package are nothing new,...
Life’s better in colour right? Then why are you still using boring old regular LEDs in your project, when you could be using addressable RGB LEDs. Now LEDS that have Red, Green, and Blue integrated in a single package are nothing new,...
Sometimes all a good Pycom project needs is some colourful lights! This tutorial demonstrates how to control WS2812 LEDs with the Pycom Wipy and Lopy4. WS2812 or WS2812B LEDs (otherwise known as NeoPixels) are the most commonly used RG...
Sometimes all a good Pycom project needs is some colourful lights! This tutorial demonstrates how to control WS2812 LEDs with the Pycom Wipy and Lopy4. WS2812 or WS2812B LEDs (otherwise known as NeoPixels) are the most commonly used RG...
In this guide, we'll look at common methods of detecting people and some of the different sensors you can use to detect people in your next project.Sensors covered in this guide:
PIR Sensor
RCWL-0516 Microwave Radar
SEN0395 mmWave Rad...
In this guide, we'll look at common methods of detecting people and some of the different sensors you can use to detect people in your next project.Sensors covered in this guide:
PIR Sensor
RCWL-0516 Microwave Radar
SEN0395 mmWave Rad...
High power LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) have different requirements that need to be met when compared to regular LEDs. Current regulation using only resistors is impractical so it is necessary to use a switched-mode voltage and current reg...
High power LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) have different requirements that need to be met when compared to regular LEDs. Current regulation using only resistors is impractical so it is necessary to use a switched-mode voltage and current reg...
So you’ve got your Particle Photon or Electron, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build an IoT device to make the world your slave. But hang on a minute, the sensor you have only operate...
So you’ve got your Particle Photon or Electron, you’ve got your sensors and external components and you’re ready to build an IoT device to make the world your slave. But hang on a minute, the sensor you have only operate...
uGateway is setup, with the exception of your WiFi password. It's perhaps best we don't know whatthat is!
If you know your way around Pi Zero and Raspbian (with desktop edition) then you can edit WiFI details as normal.
He...
uGateway is setup, with the exception of your WiFi password. It's perhaps best we don't know whatthat is!
If you know your way around Pi Zero and Raspbian (with desktop edition) then you can edit WiFI details as normal.
He...
Sometimes an electronic component will be so stunningly beautiful that you can't help but encase it in gold. That's what happened to me with the Pimoroni Micro Dot pHAT for RaspberryPi Zero. Hopefully, you can relate. My go...
Sometimes an electronic component will be so stunningly beautiful that you can't help but encase it in gold. That's what happened to me with the Pimoroni Micro Dot pHAT for RaspberryPi Zero. Hopefully, you can relate. My go...
Welcome to the next step of understanding in your programming escapades with Python. This guide will introduce an overview of all keywords within Python, provide an understanding of what exactly a keyword is and how to make simple codes wit...
Welcome to the next step of understanding in your programming escapades with Python. This guide will introduce an overview of all keywords within Python, provide an understanding of what exactly a keyword is and how to make simple codes wit...
Both Python and MicroPython are powerhouse programming languages. Each of them is capable of supporting your programming needs to almostthe limits of your imagination. Both languages are transportable, open-source, growing in popularity, c...
Both Python and MicroPython are powerhouse programming languages. Each of them is capable of supporting your programming needs to almostthe limits of your imagination. Both languages are transportable, open-source, growing in popularity, c...
In the attemptto give the most comprehensive and truly easy to understand reference pages for the programming language of Python it is only natural to talk about built-in functions. A function in Python is a block of code which only runs w...
In the attemptto give the most comprehensive and truly easy to understand reference pages for the programming language of Python it is only natural to talk about built-in functions. A function in Python is a block of code which only runs w...
8Bitdo have brought joy to many retro-gaming enthusiasts with their SF30 Pro Bluetooth controller. It’s a fantastic piece of gear, and one of our favourite controllers to use with a RetroPie setup. We’ve covered off on our thoug...
8Bitdo have brought joy to many retro-gaming enthusiasts with their SF30 Pro Bluetooth controller. It’s a fantastic piece of gear, and one of our favourite controllers to use with a RetroPie setup. We’ve covered off on our thoug...
PiicoDev is the open-source and best-documented platform specifically designed with rapid prototyping and maker education in mind. As fellow community educators, we have infused PiicoDev with ideas to ensure that every home project, school...
PiicoDev is the open-source and best-documented platform specifically designed with rapid prototyping and maker education in mind. As fellow community educators, we have infused PiicoDev with ideas to ensure that every home project, school...
Hello and welcome to our tutorial where we a look at all things LED. Now first of all, what is an LED? LED stands for Light Emitting Diode and is an electronic component used to convert electrical energy to light energy. This process is cal...
Hello and welcome to our tutorial where we a look at all things LED. Now first of all, what is an LED? LED stands for Light Emitting Diode and is an electronic component used to convert electrical energy to light energy. This process is cal...
Progressing further into the epic programming language of Python the instinctive next step should be user defined functions. Now as a quick refresher, a function in Python is a block of code which only runs when it is called. It is organise...
Progressing further into the epic programming language of Python the instinctive next step should be user defined functions. Now as a quick refresher, a function in Python is a block of code which only runs when it is called. It is organise...
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warning: Pycom has updated their libraries and the code listed below may not work. If you discover this and find a fix, please post it on our forum and we'll send you a $25 store credit along with a huge thank you. Go to Forum Thread.
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Python is a powerhouse programming language capable of supporting you throughout all your programming adventures. Making exciting and unique code is just flashes of comprehension away. For those just starting, looking atthe Python Pr...
Python is a powerhouse programming language capable of supporting you throughout all your programming adventures. Making exciting and unique code is just flashes of comprehension away. For those just starting, looking atthe Python Pr...
Time to flex some of the coding muscles we have gained. Using the knowledge we have with Python, this guide will go through the creation of interesting and dynamic graphic animations. The first codes in this tutorial are generators for geo...
Time to flex some of the coding muscles we have gained. Using the knowledge we have with Python, this guide will go through the creation of interesting and dynamic graphic animations. The first codes in this tutorial are generators for geo...
Welcome to 'Zero to Maker,' a workshop that will walk through and introduce a ton of tools and skills to help Makers of all skill levels! In this series, Jaryd and Liam will be completing projects as a part of the 2024 Fab Academy and...
Welcome to 'Zero to Maker,' a workshop that will walk through and introduce a ton of tools and skills to help Makers of all skill levels! In this series, Jaryd and Liam will be completing projects as a part of the 2024 Fab Academy and...
This guide will be a rundown on Python, the open-source programming language built by the hugely intelligent Guido van Rossum. This guide will also contain external links to Python resources and download links. Programming is...
This guide will be a rundown on Python, the open-source programming language built by the hugely intelligent Guido van Rossum. This guide will also contain external links to Python resources and download links. Programming is...
To fully equip ourselves on our Python odyssey we will take a leap into Operators and their Precedence. Python is undoubtedly a Homeric programming language, epic in its possible applications and vast in its potentials. Operators ...
To fully equip ourselves on our Python odyssey we will take a leap into Operators and their Precedence. Python is undoubtedly a Homeric programming language, epic in its possible applications and vast in its potentials. Operators ...
To better yourself for future programming skylarking let me welcome you to the next step of understanding Python. Loops are among the most basic yet also the most powerful features in programming. Utilised by all modern programming language...
To better yourself for future programming skylarking let me welcome you to the next step of understanding Python. Loops are among the most basic yet also the most powerful features in programming. Utilised by all modern programming language...
Deeper we go into the Python Mines of Moria, but I promise there is no Balrog here. We now have reached the point of scope and I will steer you smoothly clear. Scope is somewhat notorious, especially when one is a pioneer. It can leave you ...
Deeper we go into the Python Mines of Moria, but I promise there is no Balrog here. We now have reached the point of scope and I will steer you smoothly clear. Scope is somewhat notorious, especially when one is a pioneer. It can leave you ...
[Update 18-02-2021 - Made a Vesa Mount for the Argon One M.2 Case as well so nobody missed out]
A quicky article for those who have their RaspberryPi 4 Model B all tucked in snug by the very stylish Argon One Case but wish they could...
[Update 18-02-2021 - Made a Vesa Mount for the Argon One M.2 Case as well so nobody missed out]
A quicky article for those who have their RaspberryPi 4 Model B all tucked in snug by the very stylish Argon One Case but wish they could...
The Maker Revolution celebrates the creation of new devices and the modification of existing ones - the transition from a consumer buying goods to eventually having a major part in their creation. The Maker Revolution places strong emphasis...
The Maker Revolution celebrates the creation of new devices and the modification of existing ones - the transition from a consumer buying goods to eventually having a major part in their creation. The Maker Revolution places strong emphasis...
Hola on your next viaje in Python. Python is an absolutely asombroso programming language and this is the next step on the escalera of understanding. This guide will focus on the | pass |, | continue | and | break | keywords. The...
Hola on your next viaje in Python. Python is an absolutely asombroso programming language and this is the next step on the escalera of understanding. This guide will focus on the | pass |, | continue | and | break | keywords. The...
Let's take a look atthe new Siglent SDG1032X Arbitrary function generator. We're looking at yet another example of the closing gap between hobbyist and pro gear - the growing feature set and capabilities of entry-level equipment continues ...
Let's take a look atthe new Siglent SDG1032X Arbitrary function generator. We're looking at yet another example of the closing gap between hobbyist and pro gear - the growing feature set and capabilities of entry-level equipment continues ...
The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 is a desktop display that creates a dazzling optical illusion - a tunnel of lightthattears through space!
The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 entered production in October 2018, and now ships with an Adaf...
The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 is a desktop display that creates a dazzling optical illusion - a tunnel of lightthattears through space!
The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 entered production in October 2018, and now ships with an Adaf...
Welcome to the next step on this Python voyage. Today we will be creating graphical user interfaces using the powerful Tkinter library. Graphical user interfaces are referred to as GUI and can be pronounced as Gooey. GUI is a visual way of ...
Welcome to the next step on this Python voyage. Today we will be creating graphical user interfaces using the powerful Tkinter library. Graphical user interfaces are referred to as GUI and can be pronounced as Gooey. GUI is a visual way of ...
It would be good to have some understanding of Pycom microcontroller boards before reading this article. We won’t go into what capabilities each microcontroller board has. If you’d like an introduction, try our Pycom WiPy Overvi...
It would be good to have some understanding of Pycom microcontroller boards before reading this article. We won’t go into what capabilities each microcontroller board has. If you’d like an introduction, try our Pycom WiPy Overvi...
Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will immerse into the keywords | if |, | elif | and | else |. Imagine all these keywords as the traffic controllers telling the control flow w...
Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will immerse into the keywords | if |, | elif | and | else |. Imagine all these keywords as the traffic controllers telling the control flow w...
So, you want Python to do something very functional but do not feel like writing heaps of code to achieve that functionality? Then look no further, this guide will teach you exactly how to do that by utilising Python Packages. Python P...
So, you want Python to do something very functional but do not feel like writing heaps of code to achieve that functionality? Then look no further, this guide will teach you exactly how to do that by utilising Python Packages. Python P...
So, you have set up your shiny new resin 3D printer and now wantto produce beautiful models. Well, this tutorial will tell you exactly whatto do from filling the tank, starting a print via USB then the removal, cleaning, and final UV ligh...
So, you have set up your shiny new resin 3D printer and now wantto produce beautiful models. Well, this tutorial will tell you exactly whatto do from filling the tank, starting a print via USB then the removal, cleaning, and final UV ligh...
You’ve been working on that project for days, even weeks, and you’ve gone through all the steps of the process; meticulously ensuring everything is above board. And yet, for some unexplainable reason, your circuit is acting out....
You’ve been working on that project for days, even weeks, and you’ve gone through all the steps of the process; meticulously ensuring everything is above board. And yet, for some unexplainable reason, your circuit is acting out....
Stepper Motors are a bit of a halfway mark between DC Motors and Servo motors, butthey find a sweet spotthat allows them to be perfect for certain applications. There are still a few main differences to be aware of when it comes to workin...
Stepper Motors are a bit of a halfway mark between DC Motors and Servo motors, butthey find a sweet spotthat allows them to be perfect for certain applications. There are still a few main differences to be aware of when it comes to workin...
Say you wantto build a sun-tracking solar panel. You could add a tiny computer, like an Arduino, to control it. That might be all you need. But what if you need to connectto itto control it from somewhere else? Connecting it into your ho...
Say you wantto build a sun-tracking solar panel. You could add a tiny computer, like an Arduino, to control it. That might be all you need. But what if you need to connectto itto control it from somewhere else? Connecting it into your ho...
LulzBot have released the Aerostruder for both Mini and Taz Printers now (Mid 2018). It features a Titan Aero Extruder from E3D, which makes it capable of printing in flexible filament and rigid filament, depending on the situation! It's an...
LulzBot have released the Aerostruder for both Mini and Taz Printers now (Mid 2018). It features a Titan Aero Extruder from E3D, which makes it capable of printing in flexible filament and rigid filament, depending on the situation! It's an...
RetroPie is a fantastic system, and once you map your input device, it will take those mappings and apply them to all of the emulators on RetroPie. If you’re new to RetroPie and wantto find out a bit more, take a read of our Gaming ...
RetroPie is a fantastic system, and once you map your input device, it will take those mappings and apply them to all of the emulators on RetroPie. If you’re new to RetroPie and wantto find out a bit more, take a read of our Gaming ...
"Yes, I would recommend this a friend."
That's the verdict of 90% of people who pick up the Rule your Room Kit from littleBits.
We love it so much, we're most definitely recommending itto you and your family.
But you don't need to take ...
"Yes, I would recommend this a friend."
That's the verdict of 90% of people who pick up the Rule your Room Kit from littleBits.
We love it so much, we're most definitely recommending itto you and your family.
But you don't need to take ...
Let us set our codes free into the world wide web and design codes which access real world data! This real-world data will representthe current reality of the world around us. Application Programming Interface requests is the method that a...
Let us set our codes free into the world wide web and design codes which access real world data! This real-world data will representthe current reality of the world around us. Application Programming Interface requests is the method that a...
The ability to connect your test equipmentto a local PC is invaluable. It allows monitoring and the use of your equipment via a PC interface. That includes coveted mouse/keyboard control! This control centre capability is essential when yo...
The ability to connect your test equipmentto a local PC is invaluable. It allows monitoring and the use of your equipment via a PC interface. That includes coveted mouse/keyboard control! This control centre capability is essential when yo...
Welcome to the final Project Set of the Sparkfun Inventors Kit! This Project Set focuses on Robotics with the final Circuit being an Autonomously Driving Vehicle! New components introduced in this tutorial are:
DC Motor/Gearbox
Mo...
Welcome to the final Project Set of the Sparkfun Inventors Kit! This Project Set focuses on Robotics with the final Circuit being an Autonomously Driving Vehicle! New components introduced in this tutorial are:
DC Motor/Gearbox
Mo...
The wires in our circuits are often forgotten when we are planning our next big project, butthe right connectors will a make your project look more professional and a lot easier to work with! In this tutorial, we are going to have a quick ...
The wires in our circuits are often forgotten when we are planning our next big project, butthe right connectors will a make your project look more professional and a lot easier to work with! In this tutorial, we are going to have a quick ...
One of the swell things about 3D printers is being able to lay fabric onto a build plate and create components directly on top of or embedded with fabric material through them. This lets you easily sew designs onto clothes or create interes...
One of the swell things about 3D printers is being able to lay fabric onto a build plate and create components directly on top of or embedded with fabric material through them. This lets you easily sew designs onto clothes or create interes...
If you’re in the education sector or keep up to date with the latest STEM learning tools, then you’ve most likely heard of Sphero. It’s one of the most popular educational products which fuses robotics with imagination and...
If you’re in the education sector or keep up to date with the latest STEM learning tools, then you’ve most likely heard of Sphero. It’s one of the most popular educational products which fuses robotics with imagination and...
Every good E-Textiles or Wearables project needs to start somewhere, and the natural starting point for any project is choosing the right microcontroller. There are many good choices outthere, and we will compare a few of the best and brig...
Every good E-Textiles or Wearables project needs to start somewhere, and the natural starting point for any project is choosing the right microcontroller. There are many good choices outthere, and we will compare a few of the best and brig...
When it comes to assembling a prototype Printed Circuit Board (PCB), there are a couple of options for applying solder-paste:
Paste each individual pad by hand with a syringe, or;
Use a stencil to paste all pads in one pass.
The firs...
When it comes to assembling a prototype Printed Circuit Board (PCB), there are a couple of options for applying solder-paste:
Paste each individual pad by hand with a syringe, or;
Use a stencil to paste all pads in one pass.
The firs...
The full example-code is reproduced atthe bottom of this article.
Performing manual measurements (in bulk) is for suckers and undergraduate students. Thankfully, most lab gear comes with a digital interface like USB or Serial and you can ...
The full example-code is reproduced atthe bottom of this article.
Performing manual measurements (in bulk) is for suckers and undergraduate students. Thankfully, most lab gear comes with a digital interface like USB or Serial and you can ...
Welcome to the Python Workshop, where you will learn everything you need to hitthe ground running with the worlds most popular programming language Python. My name is Tim and am a passionate maker and cherish free exchange of knowledge. I ...
Welcome to the Python Workshop, where you will learn everything you need to hitthe ground running with the worlds most popular programming language Python. My name is Tim and am a passionate maker and cherish free exchange of knowledge. I ...
Fused filament fabrication and transparent prints! No, surely you mean SLA prints. And true you can get excellenttransparent prints effectively using SLA however consumer-grade fused filament fabrication can be mistaken for glass when corr...
Fused filament fabrication and transparent prints! No, surely you mean SLA prints. And true you can get excellenttransparent prints effectively using SLA however consumer-grade fused filament fabrication can be mistaken for glass when corr...
Welcome to the Circuit Playground Express Workshop! This workshop is geared toward educators and coding beginners, who wantto get started programming with this easy to use platform. We will go over everything you need to know to get you st...
Welcome to the Circuit Playground Express Workshop! This workshop is geared toward educators and coding beginners, who wantto get started programming with this easy to use platform. We will go over everything you need to know to get you st...
Welcome to the MicroPython for micro:bit workshop! This workshop is aimed at makers who wantto start programming with MicroPython, we will be using the micro:bit as it is very easy to use so we can cover the important concepts that will ap...
Welcome to the MicroPython for micro:bit workshop! This workshop is aimed at makers who wantto start programming with MicroPython, we will be using the micro:bit as it is very easy to use so we can cover the important concepts that will ap...
How-to guides are very useful, but while “do this, then do that” is greatto reproduce exactly what is in the guide, it’s less helpful if you want or need to modify the project. This is especially true with technology proj...
How-to guides are very useful, but while “do this, then do that” is greatto reproduce exactly what is in the guide, it’s less helpful if you want or need to modify the project. This is especially true with technology proj...
I wanted to upgrade my media center (RPi B+ with Xbian) to something a bit nicer, more stable and more accessible than justthe RPi in a basic plastic case.
I built an enclosure out of wood with aluminum front and rear panels.
I wanted to upgrade my media center (RPi B+ with Xbian) to something a bit nicer, more stable and more accessible than justthe RPi in a basic plastic case.
I built an enclosure out of wood with aluminum front and rear panels.
The RaspberryPi Microscope was puttogether to help with soldering PCBs that have small surface mount components. Its main function is to verify the quality of solder joints and ensure there aren’t any short circuits. With the addition of...
The RaspberryPi Microscope was puttogether to help with soldering PCBs that have small surface mount components. Its main function is to verify the quality of solder joints and ensure there aren’t any short circuits. With the addition of...
Introduction:
I have a flat screen television that is about 7 years old that I purchased before SmartTVs were commonly available.
What I wanted to achieve with My Pi project was to turn my slightly old TV into a media centre. I wanted to...
Introduction:
I have a flat screen television that is about 7 years old that I purchased before SmartTVs were commonly available.
What I wanted to achieve with My Pi project was to turn my slightly old TV into a media centre. I wanted to...
A suspended ceiling display of forty repurposed screens and displays, each screening crowd-sourced content captured on mobile devices, installed in the entry to Testing Grounds...
A suspended ceiling display of forty repurposed screens and displays, each screening crowd-sourced content captured on mobile devices, installed in the entry to Testing Grounds...
We've got a whole bunch of RaspberryPi 3 Cases here at Core Electronics. From the Official Enclosure that's perfect for most uses, rightthrough to the gilded PiBow Coupe from Pimoroni. All of the cases we see have one or two impressive fe...
We've got a whole bunch of RaspberryPi 3 Cases here at Core Electronics. From the Official Enclosure that's perfect for most uses, rightthrough to the gilded PiBow Coupe from Pimoroni. All of the cases we see have one or two impressive fe...
This project is a raspberrypi powered photo both. It uses a raspberrypi zero and the raspberrypi camera. All the code has been uploaded to GitHub for you. It has a ten-second timer, from when you press the button, and then ittakes ...
This project is a raspberrypi powered photo both. It uses a raspberrypi zero and the raspberrypi camera. All the code has been uploaded to GitHub for you. It has a ten-second timer, from when you press the button, and then ittakes ...
Turn Your RaspberryPi into a Steam Link
Sometimes Retropie just isn’t enough to getthe best possible gaming experience with the RaspberryPi. I originally purchased the RaspberryPi 3B+ so that I could install Retropie and Kodi to ...
Turn Your RaspberryPi into a Steam Link
Sometimes Retropie just isn’t enough to getthe best possible gaming experience with the RaspberryPi. I originally purchased the RaspberryPi 3B+ so that I could install Retropie and Kodi to ...
This RaspberryPi, IoT Doorbell is basically a simple smart Door Bell, which takes a photo of whoever rings it, and emails itto the specified email address, and keeps all the photos in a folder. (along with going Ding-Dong).
Any Problems,...
This RaspberryPi, IoT Doorbell is basically a simple smart Door Bell, which takes a photo of whoever rings it, and emails itto the specified email address, and keeps all the photos in a folder. (along with going Ding-Dong).
Any Problems,...
I made this project because I had been given a RaspberryPi 4 for Christmas and was hoping to make a fun project with it. I wanted to make something which wasn’t just copying a tutorial and was a...
I made this project because I had been given a RaspberryPi 4 for Christmas and was hoping to make a fun project with it. I wanted to make something which wasn’t just copying a tutorial and was a...
I had first seen smart mirrors online several years ago and have been meaning to create one ever since, my requirements were to be able to see the time, weather, calendar and news. The greatthing about it is the unlimited possibility for c...
I had first seen smart mirrors online several years ago and have been meaning to create one ever since, my requirements were to be able to see the time, weather, calendar and news. The greatthing about it is the unlimited possibility for c...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of NPM with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Micro-...
[Update – Until there is correct compatibility of NPM with the new RaspberryPi ‘Bullseye’ OS I highly recommend atthis stage flashing and using the previous RaspberryPi ‘Buster’ OS onto your Micro-...
This project uses a RaspberryPi and TFT display panel to provide a desk clock that also monitors our Home Solar and Battery system, and the weather, in one neat unit.
We recently installed a Solar Panel system and a Tesla Powerwall...
This project uses a RaspberryPi and TFT display panel to provide a desk clock that also monitors our Home Solar and Battery system, and the weather, in one neat unit.
We recently installed a Solar Panel system and a Tesla Powerwall...
My son really wanted one of the mini NES when they were released, however he missed out.
I already knew that you could use a raspberrypi as an arcade emulator, so I thought why not build him one.
My son really wanted one of the mini NES when they were released, however he missed out.
I already knew that you could use a raspberrypi as an arcade emulator, so I thought why not build him one.
This project is to build a super cheap wireless adapter based on RaspberryPi Zero and ENC28J60 ethernet module for Xbox 360I have two Xbox 360 consoles and today I wantto connectthem together but I only have one OEM wireless adapter. It ...
This project is to build a super cheap wireless adapter based on RaspberryPi Zero and ENC28J60 ethernet module for Xbox 360I have two Xbox 360 consoles and today I wantto connectthem together but I only have one OEM wireless adapter. It ...
I was interested in creating a RPi Cluster to learn about how they work. After getting the clusterhat and Pi Zero Ws I set about creating the images for 5 sd cards. This seemed a waste so I scrapped that idea and setup the image for one sd ...
I was interested in creating a RPi Cluster to learn about how they work. After getting the clusterhat and Pi Zero Ws I set about creating the images for 5 sd cards. This seemed a waste so I scrapped that idea and setup the image for one sd ...
What does one make for a Startrek-themed STEM camp for Scouts? Especially when given the Search and Rescue (SAR) activity base to run.
Why this base you ask? Usually I run a radio d...
What does one make for a Startrek-themed STEM camp for Scouts? Especially when given the Search and Rescue (SAR) activity base to run.
Why this base you ask? Usually I run a radio d...
Ever wanted to know exactly what bird is near you by only the sound but simultaneously have zero ideas about birds? Fear not, here is the solution for you! A fully fletched Bird Call AI System that runs completely on a RaspberryPi Single ...
Ever wanted to know exactly what bird is near you by only the sound but simultaneously have zero ideas about birds? Fear not, here is the solution for you! A fully fletched Bird Call AI System that runs completely on a RaspberryPi Single ...
I had been thinking about how bestto capture clear close-up photographs of some of the many birds we see around our property for quite a while and mulling over a variet...
I had been thinking about how bestto capture clear close-up photographs of some of the many birds we see around our property for quite a while and mulling over a variet...
In the area I live, there are often kangaroos that jump in front of traffic, often from blind spots, and can getthemselves into harm's way. I wanted to build a low-cost solution that can alert drivers to kangaroos in these blind spots to r...
In the area I live, there are often kangaroos that jump in front of traffic, often from blind spots, and can getthemselves into harm's way. I wanted to build a low-cost solution that can alert drivers to kangaroos in these blind spots to r...
Hyperweb is a collaborative interactive sculpture installation at Vivid in Sydney. I designed and built a crowd sensing weather station that is used to control an audio "soundscape" within the piece. It also triggers light show events that ...
Hyperweb is a collaborative interactive sculpture installation at Vivid in Sydney. I designed and built a crowd sensing weather station that is used to control an audio "soundscape" within the piece. It also triggers light show events that ...
We made a Pi Zero W retro-games console! The nostalgia is making me dizzy!
If you'd like to build your own, we've puttogether a couple of wishlists to make things easier:
For the Pi Zero W build, like in this project, check outthe PiG...
We made a Pi Zero W retro-games console! The nostalgia is making me dizzy!
If you'd like to build your own, we've puttogether a couple of wishlists to make things easier:
For the Pi Zero W build, like in this project, check outthe PiG...
The motivation behind this project came from a robotics and engineering club that I've been going to. I've been saving my money and building up an understanding of raspberrypi and electronics. The reason I chose this project was to get use...
The motivation behind this project came from a robotics and engineering club that I've been going to. I've been saving my money and building up an understanding of raspberrypi and electronics. The reason I chose this project was to get use...
The RaspberryPi Zero W is a tiny, yet powerful little device. Coupled with a Pimoroni Speaker pHat, it can be easily turned into a portable Airplay speaker which allows you to stream your music anywhere you want.Parts you'll need:
Raspb...
The RaspberryPi Zero W is a tiny, yet powerful little device. Coupled with a Pimoroni Speaker pHat, it can be easily turned into a portable Airplay speaker which allows you to stream your music anywhere you want.Parts you'll need:
Raspb...
A few months back I created a basic mobile platform using parts from an old 3D printer. It was fun but not very practical.
I designed Roverling Mark II so I could experi...
A few months back I created a basic mobile platform using parts from an old 3D printer. It was fun but not very practical.
I designed Roverling Mark II so I could experi...
I really love the reliability of my Fuji wireless mono laser printer. Best printer I've ever owned. However, it was released without Google Cloud Print. This required constant driver installation on new devices and the inconvenience of not ...
I really love the reliability of my Fuji wireless mono laser printer. Best printer I've ever owned. However, it was released without Google Cloud Print. This required constant driver installation on new devices and the inconvenience of not ...
Introduction
This project started because I needed to replace a water tap timer that had seen better days.
The aim was to use a RaspberryPiPico and a couple of PiicoDev boards to do whatthe water timer did. The actual stopping a...
Introduction
This project started because I needed to replace a water tap timer that had seen better days.
The aim was to use a RaspberryPiPico and a couple of PiicoDev boards to do whatthe water timer did. The actual stopping a...
Have you ever wanted to make a Weatherproof Weather and Air Quality System thattransmits its edge-collected data long-range through LoRa (up to a 10Km range) and then have that data automatically uploaded to the Internetto be gorgeously ...
Have you ever wanted to make a Weatherproof Weather and Air Quality System thattransmits its edge-collected data long-range through LoRa (up to a 10Km range) and then have that data automatically uploaded to the Internetto be gorgeously ...
YAM (or YetAnotherMonitor)
I keep more than 20 enclosures of Australian native lizards and turtles and I wantto make sure they are all in an appropriate environment. To that end, I built a microcontroller-based system to monitor the tempe...
YAM (or YetAnotherMonitor)
I keep more than 20 enclosures of Australian native lizards and turtles and I wantto make sure they are all in an appropriate environment. To that end, I built a microcontroller-based system to monitor the tempe...
I strapped a RaspberryPiPico W to my garage door motor and now I can control my garage door from my phone! The Pico W hosts a simple webpage on my local network with three control buttons - one for Up, Stop and Down. Pressing one of...
I strapped a RaspberryPiPico W to my garage door motor and now I can control my garage door from my phone! The Pico W hosts a simple webpage on my local network with three control buttons - one for Up, Stop and Down. Pressing one of...
I wanted a self-contained internet radio with the following criteria:
Reasonably compact/portable.
Only required an external connection for power (i.e. wireless internet access).
Simple controls for volume and mute-toggle.
I wanted a self-contained internet radio with the following criteria:
Reasonably compact/portable.
Only required an external connection for power (i.e. wireless internet access).
Simple controls for volume and mute-toggle.
I bought a Pi zero w from Core Electronics for a friend, also boughtthe official case too butthought I'd fitthe Pi into something he can show off!
I used an old hand held game case I had laying around, I had to remove the original circu...
I bought a Pi zero w from Core Electronics for a friend, also boughtthe official case too butthought I'd fitthe Pi into something he can show off!
I used an old hand held game case I had laying around, I had to remove the original circu...
I am a Mechanical Engineer, and after 30 years in industry I now teach Engineering at High School. I create various projects in my spare time and bring them to school to inspir...
I am a Mechanical Engineer, and after 30 years in industry I now teach Engineering at High School. I create various projects in my spare time and bring them to school to inspir...
Our local council picks up recycling bins one week and green waste the following week. Sometimes people forget which bins go out each week and perhaps they mistakenly putthe wrong bins out. Notthatthat has ever happened to me of course!
...
Our local council picks up recycling bins one week and green waste the following week. Sometimes people forget which bins go out each week and perhaps they mistakenly putthe wrong bins out. Notthatthat has ever happened to me of course!
...
Introduction
My passion hobby is night-time time-lapse photography and astrophotography/nightscapes. This means a lot of time spent outside in the dead of winter overnight and an issue that I faced was dew condensing on the lens.
This is...
Introduction
My passion hobby is night-time time-lapse photography and astrophotography/nightscapes. This means a lot of time spent outside in the dead of winter overnight and an issue that I faced was dew condensing on the lens.
This is...
Parisians is a cute simulation of Paris with autonomous pedestrians. It’s simple to build and easy to personalize, a Single Board Computer "wall piece": on display and looping ...
Parisians is a cute simulation of Paris with autonomous pedestrians. It’s simple to build and easy to personalize, a Single Board Computer "wall piece": on display and looping ...
The purpose of this project is to design a system that will automatically track stars or satellites. The first version, described here, is specifically to track stars and operate a RaspberryPi HQ camera to take a series of long-exposure im...
The purpose of this project is to design a system that will automatically track stars or satellites. The first version, described here, is specifically to track stars and operate a RaspberryPi HQ camera to take a series of long-exposure im...
I'm an amateur musician but a pretty serious classical & jazz pianist, and this project arose out of my interest in exploring the difference between writing music for synthesisers and music for piano. I work as a mathematician, so...
I'm an amateur musician but a pretty serious classical & jazz pianist, and this project arose out of my interest in exploring the difference between writing music for synthesisers and music for piano. I work as a mathematician, so...
My first 3D printer was a CTC generation 2 clone of MakerBot ‘The Replicator Dual’, circa 2012. It died a little while back and has since been replaced ...
My first 3D printer was a CTC generation 2 clone of MakerBot ‘The Replicator Dual’, circa 2012. It died a little while back and has since been replaced ...
I use a RaspberryPi running EmonCms for collecting sensor data and controlling devices around the home but several things have been on my To-Do listto enhance its functionality.
A Shutdown/Power Down/Startup circuit.
Proportional fan...
I use a RaspberryPi running EmonCms for collecting sensor data and controlling devices around the home but several things have been on my To-Do listto enhance its functionality.
A Shutdown/Power Down/Startup circuit.
Proportional fan...
This project is about adding a wireless Adafruit Feather HUZZAH ESP8266 or ESP32 v2 with Adafruit Featherwing 128x64 OLED to interface with the self-assembled MightyOhm Geiger Kit.
This project is about adding a wireless Adafruit Feather HUZZAH ESP8266 or ESP32 v2 with Adafruit Featherwing 128x64 OLED to interface with the self-assembled MightyOhm Geiger Kit.
This project started life as an alarm clock for my son made to look like the time circuit from the Back to the Future movies. The display can show the time in various formats, including the one from the movies of course. It's configurable v...
This project started life as an alarm clock for my son made to look like the time circuit from the Back to the Future movies. The display can show the time in various formats, including the one from the movies of course. It's configurable v...
I like working with the Pi Zero W and Pi 4 as they are very compact, very powerful and very cheap for the capability they offer. I wantto use them on small projects, stand-alone, and can't always guarantee power. As we know mostPi's don't...
I like working with the Pi Zero W and Pi 4 as they are very compact, very powerful and very cheap for the capability they offer. I wantto use them on small projects, stand-alone, and can't always guarantee power. As we know mostPi's don't...
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My son is turning 1 and I wanted to setup a retro gaming station for him to learn to game through the ages. I went with RetroPie as it is well documented and supports a range of emulators - and it's easy to setup.My RetroPie Gaming Ki...
Hey,
My son is turning 1 and I wanted to setup a retro gaming station for him to learn to game through the ages. I went with RetroPie as it is well documented and supports a range of emulators - and it's easy to setup.My RetroPie Gaming Ki...
Since I was young, I've always loved to explore. Over the years, I've tinkered with RC cars and played with planes, which were always plenty of fun. But I always dreamed of going out further - out into the real world, far beyond the confine...
Since I was young, I've always loved to explore. Over the years, I've tinkered with RC cars and played with planes, which were always plenty of fun. But I always dreamed of going out further - out into the real world, far beyond the confine...
Introduction:
Hi everybody. Over the past few weeks, I have been working on an intuitive system that makes working and tinkering with the Piicodev ecosystem even easier! Everybody interested in electronics knows aboutthe universal circui...
Introduction:
Hi everybody. Over the past few weeks, I have been working on an intuitive system that makes working and tinkering with the Piicodev ecosystem even easier! Everybody interested in electronics knows aboutthe universal circui...
The aim of my project was to make a small display to show information such as the clock, weather, calendar, etc. I liked the idea of making a magic mirror, but wanted to try something more unique, less expensive, and easier to assemble (no ...
The aim of my project was to make a small display to show information such as the clock, weather, calendar, etc. I liked the idea of making a magic mirror, but wanted to try something more unique, less expensive, and easier to assemble (no ...
Do you want a quick, easy, cheap RF remote control for your RaspberryPi projects? Well, look no further than the front door! As you've probably got a half-duplex RF setup you've never considered using in a project before. Try this simple h...
Do you want a quick, easy, cheap RF remote control for your RaspberryPi projects? Well, look no further than the front door! As you've probably got a half-duplex RF setup you've never considered using in a project before. Try this simple h...
For $50 and some dedication a retro gaming console can be yours and with HDMI you can play it with any modern TV or monitor. Instead of using bulky and space taking cartridges and discs it's all on the console.
For this build, we're going ...
For $50 and some dedication a retro gaming console can be yours and with HDMI you can play it with any modern TV or monitor. Instead of using bulky and space taking cartridges and discs it's all on the console.
For this build, we're going ...
We've built a mass SD card writer using a RaspberryPi 3 Model B, some USB hubs and SD card readers. This beast has enough ports to write 49 SD cards at once!
At Core Electronics, sometimes logistics hang-ups mean that suppliers cannot mee...
We've built a mass SD card writer using a RaspberryPi 3 Model B, some USB hubs and SD card readers. This beast has enough ports to write 49 SD cards at once!
At Core Electronics, sometimes logistics hang-ups mean that suppliers cannot mee...
This project came about for a number of reasons. Firstly, we wanted a real showpiece for the school's Resource Centre. It's a real talking point and when people find outthat it was made almost enti...
This project came about for a number of reasons. Firstly, we wanted a real showpiece for the school's Resource Centre. It's a real talking point and when people find outthat it was made almost enti...
This project started due to the smoke haze that enveloped our area during the 2019 and 2020 bushfires. I wanted something to check the air quality of my home and maybe find areas where it needed better sealing. In addition, the BMP280 senso...
This project started due to the smoke haze that enveloped our area during the 2019 and 2020 bushfires. I wanted something to check the air quality of my home and maybe find areas where it needed better sealing. In addition, the BMP280 senso...
This was an attemptto build a autonomous robotthat could follow a person or bike while carrying tools, equipment or water. This project used a RaspberryPi3 and Wild Thumper All-Terrain Chassis.Here's a video of the build:
There's a re...
This was an attemptto build a autonomous robotthat could follow a person or bike while carrying tools, equipment or water. This project used a RaspberryPi3 and Wild Thumper All-Terrain Chassis.Here's a video of the build:
There's a re...
Once you go down the retro gaming rabbit hole, that's it, you're not getting out without putting together your own gaming console. It all began with my hacked PSP, which I was running emulators on. Then I wanted to run them on my big screen...
Once you go down the retro gaming rabbit hole, that's it, you're not getting out without putting together your own gaming console. It all began with my hacked PSP, which I was running emulators on. Then I wanted to run them on my big screen...
As part of a larger home automation project, I wanted the ability to control some mains power outlets remotely. To achieve this, I interfaced the transmitter from an inexpensive 433MHz mains remote control kit with a raspberrypi zero w (vi...
As part of a larger home automation project, I wanted the ability to control some mains power outlets remotely. To achieve this, I interfaced the transmitter from an inexpensive 433MHz mains remote control kit with a raspberrypi zero w (vi...
My partner wanted to assist with additional space for possums to live in as trees are being lost in the neighbourhood causing possums to move into unwanted areas. She asked me if there was any way to see if the possums were using the box we...
My partner wanted to assist with additional space for possums to live in as trees are being lost in the neighbourhood causing possums to move into unwanted areas. She asked me if there was any way to see if the possums were using the box we...
Do you ever wanna pump up some tunes but you don't know how to play a MIDI file? Fear not, the PiicoDev Buzzer modules let you stack up multiple tones into a song. Find your MIDI, export itthrough a script, upload it and get grovin'! ...
Do you ever wanna pump up some tunes but you don't know how to play a MIDI file? Fear not, the PiicoDev Buzzer modules let you stack up multiple tones into a song. Find your MIDI, export itthrough a script, upload it and get grovin'! ...
Introduction
This began as an idea after building a very basic single-channel unit. Commercial smart watering systems use a Wifi connection to the internet and get weather reports to determine the level of watering required. These systems...
Introduction
This began as an idea after building a very basic single-channel unit. Commercial smart watering systems use a Wifi connection to the internet and get weather reports to determine the level of watering required. These systems...
It is real and here it is! Including everything you need to make one a Luma 1 for yourself! So allow me to introduce you properly to the Luminator Mark 1. I'm talking all the ins and outs of this inside-out neo disco ball so you can ...
It is real and here it is! Including everything you need to make one a Luma 1 for yourself! So allow me to introduce you properly to the Luminator Mark 1. I'm talking all the ins and outs of this inside-out neo disco ball so you can ...
My front gate is a long way from the house at around 300m. I don’t want people wandering around my property without knowing about it. This project uses two RaspberryPi P...
My front gate is a long way from the house at around 300m. I don’t want people wandering around my property without knowing about it. This project uses two RaspberryPi P...
IntroductionI wanted to bring ageing, and failing, Home Automation infrastructure into the modern age whilst retaining hardware investments already made.
Our house had Universal Power Bus (UPB) dimmers and switches installed at build time...
IntroductionI wanted to bring ageing, and failing, Home Automation infrastructure into the modern age whilst retaining hardware investments already made.
Our house had Universal Power Bus (UPB) dimmers and switches installed at build time...
I made a RaspberryPi camera that captures GIF files and optionally tweets them over WiFi! It's built around a RaspberryPi Zero W and a Pi Camera module. The camera connects to a pre-programmed WiFi network to tweetthe gifs, but...
I made a RaspberryPi camera that captures GIF files and optionally tweets them over WiFi! It's built around a RaspberryPi Zero W and a Pi Camera module. The camera connects to a pre-programmed WiFi network to tweetthe gifs, but...
Our recycle bin is collected fortnightly, but I can never remember which week, and the printed calendar changes every year! So I made a RaspberryPiPico W and GlowBit Matrix powered model wheelie bin which shows when the bins are due at a...
Our recycle bin is collected fortnightly, but I can never remember which week, and the printed calendar changes every year! So I made a RaspberryPiPico W and GlowBit Matrix powered model wheelie bin which shows when the bins are due at a...
An array of individual cosmic ray detectors distributed across a landscape to display how cosmic rays arrive as showers of muons. It's all powered by a RaspberryPi Zero!This project deployed 16 individual cosmic ray detectors on the banks ...
An array of individual cosmic ray detectors distributed across a landscape to display how cosmic rays arrive as showers of muons. It's all powered by a RaspberryPi Zero!This project deployed 16 individual cosmic ray detectors on the banks ...
Update:
Community member Chris has had a go at remaking this project after the original project contributor Denver made the original code repository private. GitHub links below will not work butthe original project has been kept here for...
Update:
Community member Chris has had a go at remaking this project after the original project contributor Denver made the original code repository private. GitHub links below will not work butthe original project has been kept here for...
This project aims to fuse neopixel strips with papier mache and origami into a free-standing electro-sculpture.
The freestanding structure is formed from wire mesh and papier mache. It is then painted and wired up with strips of LEDs conne...
This project aims to fuse neopixel strips with papier mache and origami into a free-standing electro-sculpture.
The freestanding structure is formed from wire mesh and papier mache. It is then painted and wired up with strips of LEDs conne...
My first arcade cabinet. Built from scratch using mdf panels, a donated monitor and speakers. Powered by talog/product/view/sku/CE05436">RaspberryPi 3 running the free image "RetroPie". I have put on ab...
My first arcade cabinet. Built from scratch using mdf panels, a donated monitor and speakers. Powered by talog/product/view/sku/CE05436">RaspberryPi 3 running the free image "RetroPie". I have put on ab...
I’ve had this idea for Halloween for a few years now. I wanted to make my porch display into an escape room for trick or treating. The kids would have to solve an environmental...
I’ve had this idea for Halloween for a few years now. I wanted to make my porch display into an escape room for trick or treating. The kids would have to solve an environmental...
Now that we have decked out our LulzbotTaz 6 3D Printer with a really nice looking acrylic enclosure, I'm just about ready to turn on some serious 3D printing work. But before I dive into that endless pool of fun, it's a good time to take ...
Now that we have decked out our LulzbotTaz 6 3D Printer with a really nice looking acrylic enclosure, I'm just about ready to turn on some serious 3D printing work. But before I dive into that endless pool of fun, it's a good time to take ...
I wantto make a portable music box that my 2 year old kid can operate intuitively on her own. So, Spotify or any other on-demand music platform with tablets and Bluetooth speakers are out of the question. Remember the good old days of putt...
I wantto make a portable music box that my 2 year old kid can operate intuitively on her own. So, Spotify or any other on-demand music platform with tablets and Bluetooth speakers are out of the question. Remember the good old days of putt...
I’ve had this little 8x8 Glowbit matrix for a few weeks now, and for whatever reason, the firstthing I thought after running the example programs was “This needs to be synchro...
I’ve had this little 8x8 Glowbit matrix for a few weeks now, and for whatever reason, the firstthing I thought after running the example programs was “This needs to be synchro...
Introducing to you today, the Quadbeest, the next evolutionary step in the Strandbeest genealogy. It seemed to be abouttime for Strandbeests to evolve to take over the air, so I made it happen. Able to be controlled over a kilometre in the...
Introducing to you today, the Quadbeest, the next evolutionary step in the Strandbeest genealogy. It seemed to be abouttime for Strandbeests to evolve to take over the air, so I made it happen. Able to be controlled over a kilometre in the...
I am an amateur musician, coder, and electronics maker. When I found outthatthe Novation Launchpad (mine is a mini MK3) can be programmed, I was excited about creating unique music. The idea is to use the Launchpad to play a game and use ...
I am an amateur musician, coder, and electronics maker. When I found outthatthe Novation Launchpad (mine is a mini MK3) can be programmed, I was excited about creating unique music. The idea is to use the Launchpad to play a game and use ...
I used an Arduino and a US-100 ultrasonic sensor to make an extremely low-costtide gauge.
This project measures the tide by sensing the distance to water using a US-100 ultrasonic sensor. The device has a 3D printed base&nb...
I used an Arduino and a US-100 ultrasonic sensor to make an extremely low-costtide gauge.
This project measures the tide by sensing the distance to water using a US-100 ultrasonic sensor. The device has a 3D printed base&nb...
This project is to modify a Dell multimedia keyboard into a RaspberryPi Zero dedicated keyboard with external powered USB hub. You can find this article in my blog http://sizeofinfinity.blogspot.com.au/2017/06/modify-dell-multimedia-keyboa...
This project is to modify a Dell multimedia keyboard into a RaspberryPi Zero dedicated keyboard with external powered USB hub. You can find this article in my blog http://sizeofinfinity.blogspot.com.au/2017/06/modify-dell-multimedia-keyboa...
Tunnels are a critical part of road infrastructure and they feature some pretty cool tech. This SmartTunnel project demonstrates some of the technology involved and how some real-world problems might be solved.
Features
RFID Trip...
Tunnels are a critical part of road infrastructure and they feature some pretty cool tech. This SmartTunnel project demonstrates some of the technology involved and how some real-world problems might be solved.
Features
RFID Trip...
I’ve always been fascinated by LED screens and seeing beautiful colours mix and merge to create vibrant displays. I also love games, so what better way to combine the two than a giant LED pixel matrix which can play games, display aud...
I’ve always been fascinated by LED screens and seeing beautiful colours mix and merge to create vibrant displays. I also love games, so what better way to combine the two than a giant LED pixel matrix which can play games, display aud...
Wow - this is one monstrous sounding and great looking speaker - even if I do say so myself!
This is basically a 2.1 (stereo + subwoofer) system made with 3D plastic parts. Both the full range and subwoofer speakers are based on closed (se...
Wow - this is one monstrous sounding and great looking speaker - even if I do say so myself!
This is basically a 2.1 (stereo + subwoofer) system made with 3D plastic parts. Both the full range and subwoofer speakers are based on closed (se...
In preparation for some Maker Faire's we were heading to last year, I wanted to combine the awesomeness of the Makey Makey platform, with the fun that is RetroPie. For those who don't know the Makey Makey, it's a fantastic platform that all...
In preparation for some Maker Faire's we were heading to last year, I wanted to combine the awesomeness of the Makey Makey platform, with the fun that is RetroPie. For those who don't know the Makey Makey, it's a fantastic platform that all...
This project started because I wanted to know the signal strength of the Wifi in various places around my house. I had set up a Pi Zero as a simple watering system controller. It would switch a solenoid on and off based on a 7 day schedule;...
This project started because I wanted to know the signal strength of the Wifi in various places around my house. I had set up a Pi Zero as a simple watering system controller. It would switch a solenoid on and off based on a 7 day schedule;...
I like to take on projects that give me an opportunity to learn new things. For this project, my two goals were to learn more about face detection algorithms and PID controllers but of course, there were so many more skills learned along th...
I like to take on projects that give me an opportunity to learn new things. For this project, my two goals were to learn more about face detection algorithms and PID controllers but of course, there were so many more skills learned along th...
I love the ESP line-up. I started by messing around with the ESP8266 and I completely fell in love with it. The 8266 is all I ever wanted from a microcontroller: WIFI connectivity, a decent amount of GPIO, a deep-sleep mode for batter...
I love the ESP line-up. I started by messing around with the ESP8266 and I completely fell in love with it. The 8266 is all I ever wanted from a microcontroller: WIFI connectivity, a decent amount of GPIO, a deep-sleep mode for batter...
The aim of PowerPlay is to provide an Arduino platform for managing downstream Solid State Relays (SSR) simply and safely. PowerPlay consists of a custom Arduino Shield, ...
The aim of PowerPlay is to provide an Arduino platform for managing downstream Solid State Relays (SSR) simply and safely. PowerPlay consists of a custom Arduino Shield, ...
This piece combines recycled electronics extracted from decommissioned computers and new electronic components. I had an idea I wanted to incorporate a lighting element into a contemporary sculpture so it was just a matter of coming up with...
This piece combines recycled electronics extracted from decommissioned computers and new electronic components. I had an idea I wanted to incorporate a lighting element into a contemporary sculpture so it was just a matter of coming up with...
Summary
A RaspberryPi 3B is used to collect digital counts from an electronic rain gauge (1mm of rain per reed switch closure by magnetic see-saw). It has been running without issues for over 12 months. A UPS powers the Pi so it is immune...
Summary
A RaspberryPi 3B is used to collect digital counts from an electronic rain gauge (1mm of rain per reed switch closure by magnetic see-saw). It has been running without issues for over 12 months. A UPS powers the Pi so it is immune...
I wanted to make something artistic and dynamic using the GlowBit 8x8 matrix that I’ve been playing around with. It’s just an RP2040 programmed in Python to p...
I wanted to make something artistic and dynamic using the GlowBit 8x8 matrix that I’ve been playing around with. It’s just an RP2040 programmed in Python to p...
The aim of this project was to provide a cost effective and basic weather station for my backyard that can upload readings to Weather Underground. Part 2 of the project will be using this local data to trigger activities in and around my ho...
The aim of this project was to provide a cost effective and basic weather station for my backyard that can upload readings to Weather Underground. Part 2 of the project will be using this local data to trigger activities in and around my ho...
The aim of this project was to use the sun to charge some batteries with 1W and 2W Seeed solar panels. The DFRobot Solar LiPo Charger and a Sunflower Solar Power Manager were purchased. Initially, this was unsuccessful because I did no...
The aim of this project was to use the sun to charge some batteries with 1W and 2W Seeed solar panels. The DFRobot Solar LiPo Charger and a Sunflower Solar Power Manager were purchased. Initially, this was unsuccessful because I did no...
After experimenting with automatic blue light filters on my electronic devices I wanted to replicate the idea with the lighting around the house so that it would gradually transition to warmer colours as the night progresses. I believe this...
After experimenting with automatic blue light filters on my electronic devices I wanted to replicate the idea with the lighting around the house so that it would gradually transition to warmer colours as the night progresses. I believe this...
Chances are if you are anything like me, being a maker is often an excuse to create as big of a mess as possible during the duration of a project. And after the project is finished? You are left with an enormous mess to clean up, taking awa...
Chances are if you are anything like me, being a maker is often an excuse to create as big of a mess as possible during the duration of a project. And after the project is finished? You are left with an enormous mess to clean up, taking awa...
I was wanting to know whatthe water temperature was without having to physically go and check and I was curious about how warm the water would get during a sunny day and how much heat was lost overnight. I am interested in the idea of home...
I was wanting to know whatthe water temperature was without having to physically go and check and I was curious about how warm the water would get during a sunny day and how much heat was lost overnight. I am interested in the idea of home...
I embarked on this projectto enhance my interactive and immersive experience with the video game "Hogwarts Legacy," as a devoted Harry Potter fan. Initially, I used a Kano wan...
I embarked on this projectto enhance my interactive and immersive experience with the video game "Hogwarts Legacy," as a devoted Harry Potter fan. Initially, I used a Kano wan...
I had been captivated by the sound levels of trains I could hear passing by Metford throughoutthe day/night. I wondered if a sound level sensor reporting data back over LoRa would help me understand when a train was noisy. I also like the ...
I had been captivated by the sound levels of trains I could hear passing by Metford throughoutthe day/night. I wondered if a sound level sensor reporting data back over LoRa would help me understand when a train was noisy. I also like the ...
I salvaged some decommissioned street lights from the local transfer station. I suspectthey adorned the main street of Woodend in the past and would now look good in our...
I salvaged some decommissioned street lights from the local transfer station. I suspectthey adorned the main street of Woodend in the past and would now look good in our...
We live on a rural property and have around 20 to 40 wild ducks around at any one time. We have a large dam and jetty, however it is almost unusable due to all the ...
We live on a rural property and have around 20 to 40 wild ducks around at any one time. We have a large dam and jetty, however it is almost unusable due to all the ...
Being punctual is important. Hence accurate time is required. Clocks tend to miss out when it comes to accuracy especially when they are set by the user. So, why not get accurate time from the internet and use tried and tested hardware to ...
Being punctual is important. Hence accurate time is required. Clocks tend to miss out when it comes to accuracy especially when they are set by the user. So, why not get accurate time from the internet and use tried and tested hardware to ...
This project is a simple stopwatch with a little bit of a twist! It operates like a conventional stopwatch… you can start and stop it, you can record lap times and you can review the lap times once you hit stop.
The twist is th...
This project is a simple stopwatch with a little bit of a twist! It operates like a conventional stopwatch… you can start and stop it, you can record lap times and you can review the lap times once you hit stop.
The twist is th...
To display time and speed to a driver while logging timestamped raw latitude, longitude and speed as returned by the GPS satellite network. This allows a driver to double-check th...
To display time and speed to a driver while logging timestamped raw latitude, longitude and speed as returned by the GPS satellite network. This allows a driver to double-check th...
This is an awesome projectthattakes about 6 hours to complete. Hours upon hours of endless fun thereafter!
Ideally, some prior soldering experience is advantageous but if you take your time and practice before you start it's beginner fri...
This is an awesome projectthattakes about 6 hours to complete. Hours upon hours of endless fun thereafter!
Ideally, some prior soldering experience is advantageous but if you take your time and practice before you start it's beginner fri...
The objective of this project was to create an Internet of Things (IoT) device that could give pet access to a food bowl when a text message command was sent from a remote location.
I had never done an IoT project before, so I wanted to ke...
The objective of this project was to create an Internet of Things (IoT) device that could give pet access to a food bowl when a text message command was sent from a remote location.
I had never done an IoT project before, so I wanted to ke...
Ever wanted to record a video and be included in it? My children did.
One does parkour, and the other loves to dance, both wantto perfecttheir art by watching their moves during practice. They asked their inventor/tinkerer dad, "can you ...
Ever wanted to record a video and be included in it? My children did.
One does parkour, and the other loves to dance, both wantto perfecttheir art by watching their moves during practice. They asked their inventor/tinkerer dad, "can you ...
The idea was to leverage the lighttransmitting properties of clear acrylic sheeting and pass LED lightthrough it; interfering the transmission using laser cut edges which would cause the lightto highlightthe lines thereby creating a pai...
The idea was to leverage the lighttransmitting properties of clear acrylic sheeting and pass LED lightthrough it; interfering the transmission using laser cut edges which would cause the lightto highlightthe lines thereby creating a pai...
UV is importantto reptiles (and people) in processing vitamin D3 which is needed to absorb calcium. Without it reptiles often suffer from Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) which leads to weak bones and can be fatal. Thankfully, pet shops have t...
UV is importantto reptiles (and people) in processing vitamin D3 which is needed to absorb calcium. Without it reptiles often suffer from Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) which leads to weak bones and can be fatal. Thankfully, pet shops have t...
Using a few bits and pieces, this ordinary coffee grinder now has two presets to run the motor for a programmable length of time. The idea being thatthe grinder running for a set amount of time will deliver a certain amount of coffee each ...
Using a few bits and pieces, this ordinary coffee grinder now has two presets to run the motor for a programmable length of time. The idea being thatthe grinder running for a set amount of time will deliver a certain amount of coffee each ...
Making a dumb coffee grinder slightly less dumb.
This is a programmable timer tethered to a Rancilio Rocky coffee grinder. The Rocky is a "dumb" grinder and electrically very simple. Basically it's an ac motor with an on/off switch and a m...
Making a dumb coffee grinder slightly less dumb.
This is a programmable timer tethered to a Rancilio Rocky coffee grinder. The Rocky is a "dumb" grinder and electrically very simple. Basically it's an ac motor with an on/off switch and a m...
This is the third project I've put up using the Makey Makey, and it's incredible fun, but it's also the simplest. Today I'm going to show you how to make a simple Skill Tester game complete with sound effects using a Makey Makey board and s...
This is the third project I've put up using the Makey Makey, and it's incredible fun, but it's also the simplest. Today I'm going to show you how to make a simple Skill Tester game complete with sound effects using a Makey Makey board and s...
Who says you can't have it all? Good looks and a great sound!
My name is 'Holman" and I'm a Bluetooth speaker in the form of mans best friend - a dog of course! Why is my name Holman? Well, that's the name of the manufacturer of the PVC pi...
Who says you can't have it all? Good looks and a great sound!
My name is 'Holman" and I'm a Bluetooth speaker in the form of mans best friend - a dog of course! Why is my name Holman? Well, that's the name of the manufacturer of the PVC pi...
Hi all. Thought I'd share with you my modded Spirit Halloween proton pack. It's about 80% scale, which is plenty big enough for my 7-year-old son, and still looks decently sized on adults. As soon as I learned of this pack, 5-year-old me ju...
Hi all. Thought I'd share with you my modded Spirit Halloween proton pack. It's about 80% scale, which is plenty big enough for my 7-year-old son, and still looks decently sized on adults. As soon as I learned of this pack, 5-year-old me ju...
I recently picked up a used BMW E46 and noticed the door panel trims were all hanging on by some ducttape. When I wentto inspect, I noticed that all the clips had been broken and replaced with silicone rubber to try and hold itto the doo...
I recently picked up a used BMW E46 and noticed the door panel trims were all hanging on by some ducttape. When I wentto inspect, I noticed that all the clips had been broken and replaced with silicone rubber to try and hold itto the doo...
I used to sleep in a caravan on my grandparent's property and as amenities were inside the house I had to go in and out of it quite regularly. I got sick of fumbling around with keys to go in and out of my caravan, so this project uses an A...
I used to sleep in a caravan on my grandparent's property and as amenities were inside the house I had to go in and out of it quite regularly. I got sick of fumbling around with keys to go in and out of my caravan, so this project uses an A...
These days we can do just about anything on our phone, we can control so many aspects of our lives using the technology in our pocket, butthe most mundane aspects of our lives; opening the garage door, blindly reaching for the light switch...
These days we can do just about anything on our phone, we can control so many aspects of our lives using the technology in our pocket, butthe most mundane aspects of our lives; opening the garage door, blindly reaching for the light switch...
Introduction
Searching for solar panels and related items on the Core Electronics website; I came across the Solarbotics GraviTrack Marble Machine Kit. I thoughtthe kit would be a good educational tool for the grandkids. The kit was a hit...
Introduction
Searching for solar panels and related items on the Core Electronics website; I came across the Solarbotics GraviTrack Marble Machine Kit. I thoughtthe kit would be a good educational tool for the grandkids. The kit was a hit...
An infinity mirror creates a striking optical illusion - a tunnel of lightthat seems to tear through space. I builtthis infinity-mirror table using some addressable LEDs, a Particle Photon and easily obtainable timber supplies.
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An infinity mirror creates a striking optical illusion - a tunnel of lightthat seems to tear through space. I builtthis infinity-mirror table using some addressable LEDs, a Particle Photon and easily obtainable timber supplies.
Check out...
Hi. My son and I have made our first Racing Simulator Motion Platform. It has been a challenge but we now have a playable situtationIt has been a long journey, starting off with info from the great people at www.xsimulator.net and a lot of ...
Hi. My son and I have made our first Racing Simulator Motion Platform. It has been a challenge but we now have a playable situtationIt has been a long journey, starting off with info from the great people at www.xsimulator.net and a lot of ...
I read somewhere about UNIX Epoch time and thought wouldn't it be neatto have a clock that showed time in this format?
This project developed from that idea. I had a unused GPS module with serial output so I thought it would also be cool ...
I read somewhere about UNIX Epoch time and thought wouldn't it be neatto have a clock that showed time in this format?
This project developed from that idea. I had a unused GPS module with serial output so I thought it would also be cool ...
I wanted a GPS speedometer that is portable, robust, and looks okay. I had been messing around with 3D printing and exploring GPS modules for a few years and wanted...
I wanted a GPS speedometer that is portable, robust, and looks okay. I had been messing around with 3D printing and exploring GPS modules for a few years and wanted...
This project has been a long and tricky one for me, I purchased my robot arm kit from Jaycar many years ago with the intention of controlling it from the start.
I used to work with industrial robots, so when I saw this robot kit for sale I...
This project has been a long and tricky one for me, I purchased my robot arm kit from Jaycar many years ago with the intention of controlling it from the start.
I used to work with industrial robots, so when I saw this robot kit for sale I...
The PiicoDev Sketcher is a fun, interactive toy reminiscent of sketching toys from my childhood. The user draws an image using the two knobs - one for X-control and the other for Y. Turning one knob at a time produces horizontal or vertica...
The PiicoDev Sketcher is a fun, interactive toy reminiscent of sketching toys from my childhood. The user draws an image using the two knobs - one for X-control and the other for Y. Turning one knob at a time produces horizontal or vertica...
I was down at a local game shop recently and noticed their range of chess boards and decided to try my hand at a simple little project. I'm a big fan of Doctor Who, Chess and 3D Printing. So I decided to combine them all together into a fun...
I was down at a local game shop recently and noticed their range of chess boards and decided to try my hand at a simple little project. I'm a big fan of Doctor Who, Chess and 3D Printing. So I decided to combine them all together into a fun...
Here is a project I just could not help myself but build. A 3D printable Ukulele with a body as large as I could fit standing upright on the printers here. The intention was to make it as large as possible, using no supports, and withoutth...
Here is a project I just could not help myself but build. A 3D printable Ukulele with a body as large as I could fit standing upright on the printers here. The intention was to make it as large as possible, using no supports, and withoutth...
Introduction
So now everything is available in this day and age, and all those childhood dreams can now come true as parts, technology and software has come a long way.
I had recently taken up the hobby, RC planes. Eventually I learnt ho...
Introduction
So now everything is available in this day and age, and all those childhood dreams can now come true as parts, technology and software has come a long way.
I had recently taken up the hobby, RC planes. Eventually I learnt ho...
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