Introduction To Raspberry Pi 4

Learn to create software & hardware projects using Raspberry Pi 4 & Python

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.8

- Get deep knowledge about the hardware features of the Raspberry Pi 4 and its applications
- Become confident in setting up the hardware and software for the Raspberry Pi 4 and troubleshooting
- A basic understanding of Linux and Python Programming

What you'll learn

Get deep knowledge about the hardware features of the Raspberry Pi 4 and its applications
Become confident in setting up the hardware and software for the Raspberry Pi 4 and troubleshooting
A basic understanding of Linux and Python Programming
Basics of physical computation
and would be able to interface a wide variety of sensors and actuators like LED
Button
Light Sensor
Motion Sensor
Motors
Ultrasonic Sensors
and much more
Learn about UART
I2C and SPI Protocols on the Raspberry Pi 4 using hands-on projects
Control GPIO pins wirelessly using Bluetooth and be able to build basic IoT projects using the Cayenne Platform

* Requirements

* Good Logical Thinking
* Basic Understanding of Electronics

Description

September 2020 Update

  • Important Update After the Release of Raspberry Pi OS - Changes in VNC Viewer Setup

  • FAQ on Troubleshooting the Raspberry Pi 4

July 2020 Update

  • Included Documentation to implement Remote GPIO Control over Bluetooth without any error.


Hello learners, Welcome to MAKERDEMY’s "Introduction to Raspberry Pi 4" course. This is an introductory course about Raspberry Pi 4, the credit-card sized computer, which is the latest & greatest in the line-up from the Raspberry Pi foundation. As this is a beginner level course, no prior knowledge of programming or electronics is required to start. If you are a hobbyist, a teacher, or an absolute beginner who wants to get introduced to the world of physical computing using the Raspberry Pi 4, this fully self-contained course is meant for you. We have tailored this course by giving equal importance to projects as well as the concepts. Furthermore, with numerous custom-made illustrations and animations, we have set the standard in terms of production quality. All so that you can have a terrific learning experience.

By the end of the course, you will get deep insights into the hardware features of the Raspberry Pi 4. You will learn to configure and set up the software properly and also learn to do proper troubleshooting. You will become competent with Linux & Python programming. You will learn to work with several actuators & sensors like LED, Button, Light Sensor, Motion Sensor, Motors, Ultrasonic Sensors, and much more. You will be confident in working with UART, I2C, and SPI Protocols on the Raspberry Pi 4. You will also learn wireless communication using Bluetooth and implement an IoT project using the Cayenne Platform.

So, come join me in this introductory course on the Raspberry Pi 4. I am looking forward to being your instructor and hearing about all the wonderful projects you were able to build after completing this course.

Who this course is for:

  • A hobbyist who wants to learn to work with the latest Raspberry Pi
  • A teacher who wants to get a head start into the world of Physical computing for guiding his or her students
  • A total beginner, who wants to do projects to solve problems using the Raspberry Pi

Course content

6 sections • 42 lectures

Introduction to the course Preview 05:46

Getting acquainted with Raspberry Pi, the credit card sized computer Preview 08:34

Part 1: In-depth insights into the hardware features of the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 06:06

Part 2: In-depth insights into the hardware features of the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 09:51

Essential Accessories & Setting up the hardware Preview 09:32

Assignment 1

Please go through this section thoroughly before attempting this assignment.

Installing and Setting up the OS Preview 09:26

Important Update After the Release of Raspberry Pi OS Preview 00:39

FAQ on Troubleshooting the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 03:03

Remote Communication with the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 10:47

Overview of the Buster OS Preview 05:59

How to backup & restore in the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 07:02

Raspberry Pi Troubleshooting Preview 07:24

Assignment 2

Please go through the videos & resources in this section before attempting the Assignment

Basics of Linux Preview 06:46

Basic Linux commands Preview 07:20

Advanced Linux commands Preview 05:07

Automating & Scheduling Tasks Preview 07:40

Assignment 3

Please go through this section thoroughly before attempting this assignment. This assignment will test your linux fundamentals.

Quiz 1

Basics of Python Programming Preview 11:17

Typecasting & loops in Python Preview 08:26

Conditional Branching & Functions in Python Preview 06:24

Modules in Python Preview 06:06

Create a GUI with Python Preview 07:34

Assignment 4

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Quiz 2

Getting started with physical computing on the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 09:35

Introduction to Hardware Interfacing on the Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 07:50

Working with LEDs & Buttons Preview 07:57

Working with LDR & PIR Sensors Preview 07:55

Working with Relays Preview 06:40

Working with Ultrasonic Sensor & DC Motors Preview 11:24

Working with UART, I2C & SPI Protocols Preview 19:38

Assignment 5

Please go through all the resources and videos in this section before attempting the assignment.

Quiz 3

Introduction to Wireless Communication in Raspberry Pi 4 Preview 07:18

Remote GPIO Control with Bluetooth Preview 07:33

Update: How to work with BlueDot? Preview 00:00

Introduction to the Cayenne Platform Preview 05:26

IoT Project With Cayenne Preview 07:39

Assignment 6

Please check out all the videos and resources in this section before attempting the assignment.