Raspberry Pi Zero Cookbook

Edward Snajder

• Publisher: Packt Publishing
• Year: 2017
• ISBN:
  9781786466471
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Computer Science
• Subtopic: Open Source Programming
• Index: Computer Science

Over 80 practical and interesting recipes that explore the plethora of functionalities and opportunities available with Raspberry Pi ZeroAbout This Book• Deep dive into the components of the small yet powerful Raspberry Pi Zero• Get into grips with integrating various hardware, programming, and networking concepts with the so-called "cheapest computer"• Explore the functionalities of this $5 chip through practical recipesWho This Book Is ForThis book is for programmers and hobbyists who are eager to dive deep into the Raspberry Pi Zero. If you have basic or zero knowledge of the Raspberry Pi Zero, or if you looking for examples of ways to utilize the Raspberry Pi's GPIO interface, then this book is ideal for you. Basic knowledge of Python will be beneficial, and experience with circuitry and electronics will be needed for the later chapters in the book.What You Will Learn• Set up your Raspberry Pi Zero with the operating system, networking, and different interfaces• Get a hands-on introduction to Linux, Python, and shell scripts with the Raspberry Pi Zero• Become a master at driving GPIOs and controlling relays, motors, transistors, buzzers, audio, read switches, and interrupts with the Raspberry Pi Zero• Control GPIOs using the web interface and Node.js• Connect displays, LED matrixes, analog sensors, and digital sensors• Hack the Ethernet on the Raspberry Pi Zero• Make your Raspberry Pi Zero an IoT-based sensor node and remotely monitor your dataIn DetailThe Raspberry Pi Zero, one of the most inexpensive, fully-functional computers available, is a powerful and revolutionary product developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The Raspberry Pi Zero opens up a new world for the makers out there. This book will give you expertise with the Raspberry Pi Zero, providing all the necessary recipes that will get you up and running.In this book, you will learn how to prepare your own circuits rather than buying the expensive add–ons available in the market. We start by showing you how to set up and manage the Pi Zero and then move on to configuring the hardware, running it with Linux, and programming it with Python scripts. Later, we integrate the Raspberry Pi Zero with sensors, motors, and other hardware. You will also get hands-on with interesting projects in media centers, IoT, and more.Style and approachThis recipe-based book will ensure you gain an intermediate-level knowledge of the Raspberry Pi Zero. This book contains comprehensive illustrations with specific schematics for each circuit diagram.

Raspberry Pi Zero Cookbook

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Raspberry Pi Zero Cookbook

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Credits

Author Edward Snajder	Copy Editor Madhusudan Uchil
Reviewer Ed Venaglia	Project Coordinator Judie Jose
Commissioning Editor Pratik Shah	Proofreader Safis Editing
Acquisition Editor Vijin Boricha	Indexer Pratik Shirodkar
Content Development Editor Amedh Pohad	Graphics Kirk D'Penha
Technical Editor Mohit Hassija	Production Coordinator Nilesh Mohite

About the Author

Edward Snajder takes on the challenges of performance, optimization, scalability, and portability for PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL DB engines for the databases behind the Jive platform. He's got hands-on experience with system design, HA, virtualization, and distributed systems, and has had the opportunity to interface with quality engineering, support, technical operations, and professional services when not building things in engineering. In his spare time, he is an Internet of Things enthusiast and has spoken on the wonders of the Raspberry Pi at conferences and user groups. He loves his Raspberry Pis. He has also built his own 3D printer and has several 75%-complete Arduino projects.

First, I would like to thank Packt Publishing for giving me my first chance to write a book. It has always been one of those things I’ve thought about, but until someone asks you to do it, you can put it off indefinitely. I’d also like to thank the author of Raspberry Pi Sensors, Rushi Gajjar, for putting together a fantastic outline. It covers such a broad scope of popular and applicable projects, I don’t think I would have put together such a comprehensive list together myself.

This book also wouldn’t have been possible without the Raspberry Pi Foundation and community, which has grown so much over the years. Without the docs, forums, and discussions, I would find myself still trying to figure out some of these recipes.

To my parents, who always enabled and encouraged me to play with technology and take things apart. My brothers continue to be a source of inspiration.

Finally, to Lindsay, and our Shih-Tzus, Gizmo and Obi-wan, for giving me the love, time, space, and encouragement to take this on, while taking occasional walk breaks.

About the Reviewer

Ed Venaglia was born to be an engineer. He’s been tinkering with electronics and mechanical things since he could see over the counter at Radio Shack, back when you could actually buy radio parts there. Professionally, Ed is a software engineer, but after hours, he can be found engaged in machining, making, robotics, chemistry, and all manner of mad science in his workshop.

I’d like to thank my friend Ed Snajder, this book’s author, for the opportunity to help with recipes in this book. I’d also like to thank my loving wife for supporting me and giving me the time to make this happen.

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