by John LeMasney | Publisher: Que | Release Date: May 2015 | ISBN: 9780134173245

The hands-on video guide to Raspberry Pi: the tiny $35 computer that's changing the world! Use Raspberry Pi to learn programming and electronics, create Internet-connected projects, even build your own media server! DescriptionThese easy video tutorials are the fastest way to get started with Raspberry Pi, the $35 credit-card sized computer that's taking the world by storm! Raspberry Pi LiveLessons walks you through understanding the hardware, getting started, controlling your Pi, installing applications, creating electronics projects, building media servers, and more! Top Raspberry Pi instructor John LeMasney begins by touring Pi's components, explaining what it can do, and showing how it's similar to other computers—and how it's different. Next, he guides you through installing and exploring the powerful Raspbian Linux-based operating system and new applications…starting to program with the simple Scratch environment and the powerful Python language…using your Raspberry Pi to create images, edit photos, and design visual documents…experimenting with electronic circuits…even using your Pi as a portable, low-cost media server. In less than five hours, you'll be ready to make the most of Raspberry Pi…you'll be limited only by your imagination! About the InstructorJohn LeMasney is a designer, artist, writer, poet, technologist, consultant, open web advocate, and open source evangelist who helps people use technology to improve their lives, work, and world. For over 20 years, he has consulted on technology, design, communication, and branding for academia, the enterprise, libraries, and consumers. He teaches at Rider University's Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership program, as well as at Princeton Public Library, Princeton Adult School, Library Link NJ, and other venues. He was previously Manager of Educational Technology Training and Outreach at Princeton University. His many LiveLessons video tutorials include WordPress for Beginners LiveLessons and WordPress for Advanced Users. Skill LevelBeginnerIntermediateWhat You Will LearnWhat Raspberry Pi is, and what it can doWhat components are included in Raspberry Pi, and how they work togetherHow to install and use Raspbian, Raspberry Pi's Linux-based operating systemHow to get started programming your Raspberry Pi with Scratch and PythonHow to use the Pi as a dedicated graphics and imaging workstationHow to start building electronic circuits with your Raspberry PiHow to transform your Raspberry Pi into a portable, low-cost media serverHow to use your Pi with webcams to create exciting new projectsWho Should Take This CourseAnyone who is comfortable using a computer and wants to explore the incredibly powerful and low-cost Raspberry Pi hardware platformCourse RequirementsBasic experience with computersLinux experience helpful but absolutely not necessaryTable of Contents Lesson 1: The Hardware of the Raspberry PiTour the Raspberry Pi, check out each of its components, and discover how they fit together…review the specs of each Pi model…then, install your operating system and see the Raspberry Pi Desktop. Lesson 2: Getting Familiar with RaspbianDiscover the power of Raspbian, the #1 operating system for Pi…learn how Raspbian differs from typical computer operating systems…use the command line…install new applications…browse the Internet…work with productivity tools…check out alternatives to Raspbian. Lesson 3: Getting Started with Scratch and PythonExplore Scratch and Python, two great environments for learning to program your Pi…start building Scratch games, animations, and applications by snapping together simple “block” commands…discover the incredibly powerful Python environment for writing web, desktop, and other software…write your first Python script…plan to take your next steps with Python. Lesson 4: Using the Raspberry Pi as a Dedicated Graphics WorkstationTransform your Raspberry Pi into a dedicated workstation for creating graphic designs, photo manipulations, and document layouts…install and use Inkscape to create graphics…install GIMP and use it to edit photos…install Scribus, and use it for desktop publishing. Lesson 5: Building an Electronic Circuit with the Raspberry PiConnect your Raspberry Pi to a breadboard and start experimenting with LEDs, buttons, and wires…walk through the essentials of connecting components to the Pi, “talking” with them, and controlling their behavior through program code. Lesson 6: Using the Raspberry Pi as a Media ServerInstall and use RaspBMC, the Raspberry Pi Media Center, an alternative Home Theater PC Operating System…attach your media source…browse and stream your media. About LiveLessons Video TrainingLiveLessons Video Training series publishes hundreds of hands-on, expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. This professional and personal technology video series features world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, IBM Press, Pearson IT Certification, Prentice Hall, Sams, and Que. Topics include: IT Certification, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, Home and Office Technologies, Business and Management, and more. View all LiveLessons on InformIT at: http://www.informit.com/livelessons.

1. Introduction
   • Introduction 00:04:24
2. Lesson 1: The Hardware of the Raspberry Pi
   • Learning Objectives 00:00:45
   • 1.1 Understand the processor, GPIO pins, and RAM 00:08:33
   • 1.2 Understand the difference between the audio jack/RCA video vs. HDMI options 00:06:07
   • 1.3 Know the differences between the SD Card, Ethernet, and USB ports 00:11:58
   • 1.4 Install Raspbian with NOOBS (New Out Of the Box System), and power up the Pi 00:22:24
3. Lesson 2: Getting Familiar with Raspbian
   • Learning Objectives 00:01:03
   • 2.1 Work with the Raspbian Desktop 00:13:40
   • 2.2 Use the command line 00:07:38
   • 2.3 Install new applications on the Raspberry Pi 00:16:01
   • 2.4 Browse the Internet 00:13:28
   • 2.5 Work with documents, spreadsheets, and presentations 00:14:50
   • 2.6 Use other operating systems for the Raspberry Pi 00:13:55
4. Lesson 3: Getting Started with Scratch and Python
   • Learning Objectives 00:00:48
   • 3.1 Open and navigate Scratch 00:06:19
   • 3.2 Develop a simple application in Scratch 00:08:53
   • 3.3 Investigate and build upon others Scratch projects 00:07:59
   • 3.4 Open and navigate Python 00:11:23
   • 3.5 Write and execute a Python Script 00:07:14
   • 3.6 Use learning resources for Python 00:06:28
5. Lesson 4: Using the Raspberry Pi as a Dedicated Graphics Workstation
   • Learning Objectives 00:00:50
   • 4.1 Install these applications on the Raspberry Pi 00:05:55
   • 4.2 Use Inkscape to create graphic designs 00:21:52
   • 4.3 Use the GIMP to manipulate photos 00:20:01
   • 4.4 Use Scribus to do desktop publishing 00:15:15
6. Lesson 5: Building an Electronic Circuit with the Raspberry Pi
   • Learning Objectives 00:00:38
   • 5.1 Understand and handle GPIO, an LED, a resistor, a breadboard and wires 00:17:53
   • 5.2 Write the Python code to blink an LED 00:13:07
   • 5.3 Connect a breadboard, LED, wires, and resistor to a Raspberry Pi 00:07:57
   • 5.4 Discover resources for using Python with the Raspberry Pi 00:10:33
7. Lesson 6: Using the Raspberry Pi as a Media Server
   • Learning Objectives 00:00:45
   • 6.1 Use NOOBS to reimage the Raspberry Pi 00:01:53
   • 6.2 Install RaspBMC 00:07:06
   • 6.3 Attach media sources to the Raspberry Pi 00:04:18
   • 6.4 Browse media items using RaspBMC 00:07:04
   • 6.5 Stream media using RaspBMC 00:10:43
8. Summary
   • Summary 00:01:03



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