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The Official Raspberry Pi Beginner's Guide: How to Use Your New Computer

by Gareth Halfacree

A practical starting point for Raspberry Pi projects

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A practical starting point for Raspberry Pi projects

The guide moves from getting a Raspberry Pi running to using it as a platform for coding and hands-on experimentation. Its project instruction spans Scratch 3, Python and MicroPython, alongside connecting electronic components and using the Raspberry Pi Camera Module. That range gives beginners several ways to explore what a small computer can do, whether their interest is software, hardware or both. The sixth edition is described as updated for newer Raspberry Pi computers and Raspberry Pi OS Trixie, and it addresses multiple form factors, including the Zero and models with an integrated keyboard. The emphasis is on learning by setting up, coding and making.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People new to Raspberry Pi who want guidance with setup and the operating system.
  • Beginners interested in trying Scratch 3, Python or MicroPython through projects.
  • Hobbyists curious about combining code with electronic components or a camera module.

Themes

Raspberry Pi setup and computing basicsBeginner programmingElectronics and makingLearning through projects

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Book overview

Learn how to set up your Raspberry Pi, write code, and build projects with electronic components.

Raspberry Pi is a small, clever, British-built computer that's packed with potential. Made using a desktop-class, energy-efficient processor, Raspberry Pi is designed to help you learn coding, discover how computers work, and build your own amazing things. This book was written to show you just how easy it is to get started.

Learn how to:

  • Set up your Raspberry Pi, install its operating system, and start using this fully functional computer.
  • Start coding projects, with step-by-step guides using the Scratch 3, Python, and MicroPython programming languages.
  • Experiment with connecting electronic components, and have fun creating amazing projects.
  • Take photos with the Raspberry Pi Camera Module.

 

This revised edition is updated for the latest Raspberry Pi computers and software, including the Raspberry Pi 500+ and Raspberry Pi OS Trixie.

Whichever model you have, a standard Raspberry Pi board; a compact Raspberry Pi Zero; or a Raspberry Pi with integrated keyboard, this affordable computer can be used to learn coding, build robots, and create all kinds of weird and wonderful projects. If you want to make games, build robots, or hack a variety of amazing projects, then this book is here to help you get started.

Also available in French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish editions.​

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