If you’re new to programming and looking to get started with Python on a Raspberry Pi, Thonny IDE is a great choice. In fact, even as a seasoned developer, I tend to use it regularly for simple Python projects. I find it easier to stay focused on your code than on more powerful solutions. Thonny…
I’ve already covered many languages you can use with Raspberry Pi on this website (Python, C/C++, etc.). Node.js is another one you can try. Numerous libraries are available for it, so you can easily use the specific hardware on the Pi (GPIO, camera module, etc.). Let’s learn how to get started with it. Node.js is…
Creating user interfaces in Python for your Raspberry Pi projects is not as complicated as you might think, and it will highly improve the end-user experience (even if it’s only you). I recently tested a few Python libraries that allow you to create a GUI (Graphical User Interface), so I will share my favorites in…
Kivy is one of those Python libraries that allow you to build graphic interfaces in Python. Instead of having 10 scripts that you run from the terminal (which is a bunch of parameters), you can create an interface with a form or a few buttons to make the app easier to use. Coding your Python…
The Raspberry Pi is the ideal platform to learn and experiment with new things with Python. But with all the libraries already installed plus those available via the default repository and online, it can be complicated to find where to start. Let me introduce the essentials. Some of the Raspberry Pi features are unique, like…
Whether you’re used to coding on your computer, or have an old Python project you want to transfer to your Raspberry Pi, this article will give you a few ways to do this. It doesn’t have to be complicated, but as always with Linux, it’s not necessarily straightforward. Here are 5 solutions you can use…
Python is the default programming language on Raspberry Pi, and it comes in handy when creating simple scripts and interacting with hardware (GPIO pins, for example). Running scripts for our own use is one thing, but creating nice interfaces for the end user is another level. That’s the goal of this article, where I’ll introduce…
Programming for the first time can already be challenging, but when you add new Linux skills on top of it (like the command line), it can quickly become overwhelming. In this article, I’ll show you how to create a Python script from the terminal, even if you know nothing about Linux command lines. On Raspberry…
Controlling the camera module is a typical project for any Raspberry Pi owner. But with the latest Raspberry Pi OS version and the new camera library, there have been many changes. So I present to you an updated tutorial, with all the steps to install and program your camera with Python. Since Raspberry Pi OS…
Python is preinstalled on Raspberry Pi OS, allowing us to build a lot of awesome projects with the Raspberry Pi. But the real power of Python on Raspberry Pi lies in the thousands of libraries available to extend its possibilities. Matplotlib is one that you can install to create visual representations. Let’s learn how. Matplotlib…
