Raspberry PI PICO Micro Projects (C++)

🚀 Unlock the Full Potential of the Raspberry PI Pico with C++ Micro Projects! 🚀

Course Title:

Raspberry PI Pico Micro Projects (C++)

Instructor: Dr Jon Durrant 🧑‍💻

Your Journey to Mastering the Raspberry PI Pico Begins Here!

Welcome to an exciting world of microcontroller projects with the Raspberry PI Pico, the affordable and versatile board that's perfect for embedded applications in both commercial and hobbyist settings. Whether you're a seasoned electronics enthusiast or new to the realm of IoT (Internet of Things), this course will guide you through the process of creating dynamic projects using C++.

Course Overview:

• Introduction to Raspberry PI Pico: A brief overview of the Pico and its capabilities as a microcontroller board, with an emphasis on its sister board, the Pico W, which adds WiFi connectivity. 🌐✨

• Component Interaction & Control: Learn how to work with common components such as LEDs, RGB LEDs, WS2812B LED Ring, Switches, Rotary Encoders, and the HC-SR501 PIR Module. We'll explore their functionalities and how to connect them to your Pico. 🤖

Key Topics Covered:

• LEDs & RGB LEDs: Understand the basics of light emitting diodes, including how to control their intensity and colour in C++.

• WS2812B LED Ring: Master the use of a 12 LED Ring with WS2812B chips, and create stunning visual effects.

• Switches & Rotary Encoders: Learn how to integrate switches for on/off control and rotary encoders for user input like selecting patterns or settings.

• HC-SR501 PIR Module: Discover how to use this motion sensor to trigger events, opening up possibilities for security systems or interactive installations.

Hands-On Learning Experience:

• Animating Patterns with a Rotary Encoder: Combine all the components learned into a project that allows you to animate LED patterns on a ring, controlled by rotary encoder input.

Course Structure:

The course is meticulously designed to cater to learners at different comfort levels with hardware and software. We'll approach each topic by first covering the hardware aspects, followed by the software implementation in C++. This way, you can either dive deeper into areas you're already familiar with or focus on new concepts that require more attention.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for:

• Beginners: Absolute beginners with little to no electronics knowledge will find this course approachable, with a focus on the software side of things, especially in C++.

• Intermediate Makers & Engineers: Those who have some experience with electronics but are new to the Raspberry PI Pico or C++ programming can leverage their existing knowledge and apply it to new projects.

Prerequisites:

• Basic Knowledge of C++: While we won't delve into the basics of the language, a foundational understanding of C++ syntax is necessary.

• C Development Environment Setup: This course assumes you have a development environment ready for compiling and flashing C or C++ code onto your Raspberry PI Pico. If you need to set this up, I recommend starting with my "Introduction to C Development Environment for Raspberry PICO" course on Udemy.

What You'll Get:

• Complete Code Examples: All the code you'll need to follow along and build your own projects.

• Personalized Support: I provide answers to assignment problems, ensuring you overcome any hurdles.

• Additional Resources: Recommendations for further reading on each topic to enhance your learning journey.

Embark on Your C++ Adventure with the Raspberry PI Pico Today! 🌟

Enroll now and start turning your electronic ideas into reality with the power of C++ and the versatile Raspberry PI Pico. Let's make, create, and innovate together!