I generally use APT to install apps on Raspberry Pi OS, but it isn’t always an option. That’s when you might want to consider Flatpak. In this guide, I’ll show you how to set it up and easily install awesome desktop apps. Flatpak is a universal package manager for Linux that installs desktop applications as…
If you’re working with an old Raspberry Pi or a small home server, you’ll quickly appreciate how lightweight DietPi feels. It starts almost empty, but that’s the point. It comes with all the tools you need to build a system that fits exactly what you want. Let’s see how to set it up. DietPi has…
I’ve always found Wine on Raspberry Pi a bit intriguing. Being able to run Windows apps on this tiny Linux device sounds great, but it’s not always straightforward. If you’re curious how it works and want to try it yourself, I’ll walk you through the setup step by step. The easiest way to install Wine…
You’ve probably noticed that after installing Raspberry Pi OS, all Raspberry Pi devices get the same system name, which can get confusing pretty quickly. In this post, I’ll explain what a hostname is and how to change it, so you always know which Raspberry Pi you’re connecting to. The easiest way to set the hostname…
If you’re still trying to figure out what the Raspberry Pi AI Kit is actually good for (or whether it’s worth getting one), you’re not the only one. I’ve been wondering the same, so I looked into the kinds of projects people are building with it. Here are 10 ideas to get a better sense…
I learned this the hard way. After frying a Raspberry Pi 4B and even a Pico recently, I realized these tiny boards are tougher than they look, but not indestructible. If you use a Pi like I do, here are 7 mistakes you should avoid before you accidentally turn your board into an expensive paperweight….
You just received your first Raspberry Pi board, and perhaps it’s your first time interacting with one so closely. I know the experience might be a little scary, and that’s why I have created this guide for you. This is a 3-day master plan to help you get started with the Raspberry Pi as a…
My Raspberry Pi typically runs multiple nested scripts, each executing a different task, and I manage them manually via the command-line interface (CLI). However, this method can become quite tedious, and troubleshooting issues can be challenging. Recently, I discovered n8n, a graphical workflow automation tool, which I’ll show you how to use today. n8n is…
I’ve tested just about every retro gaming system on Raspberry Pi, and I keep coming back to Recalbox. It’s simple, fast, and perfect if you want to start playing quickly. If you’re not sure how to install it or add your games, I’ll show you exactly how to do it step by step. RecalBox is…
I’ve tried many ways to monitor my Raspberry Pi remotely, and honestly, most tools felt either too complicated or too heavy for it. Then I discovered Cockpit. It’s much simpler than I expected. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how I install it and use it to keep an eye on my Pi. Cockpit…
