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Raspberry Pi Basics for Makers

Learn Raspberry Pi setup, Linux, Python, GPIO, camera basics, networking, and reliable project deployment.

Instructor: Makecademy Team|3 sections|$19

About this course

A Raspberry Pi foundation course for makers who want to use the Pi as a project computer, automation controller, camera node, dashboard server, or IoT hub. Students learn OS setup, SSH, terminal commands, Python, GPIO, camera, services, and local networking.

What you will be able to build

  • 01Install and configure Raspberry Pi OS
  • 02Use SSH and terminal commands
  • 03Write basic Python project scripts
  • 04Control GPIO and camera workflows
  • 05Run maker projects as services

Course curriculum

Browse the public lesson outline before joining the course.

3 sections / 9 lessons
Section 1

Pi Setup

3 lessons
  1. 01Flash Raspberry Pi OS and complete first boot
  2. 02Enable SSH and connect over the network
  3. 03Update packages and organize project folders
Section 2

Python and Hardware

3 lessons
  1. 01Run Python scripts and virtual environments
  2. 02Use GPIO for inputs and outputs
  3. 03Capture images or video from a Pi camera
Section 3

Deploying Projects

3 lessons
  1. 01Build a small local web endpoint
  2. 02Create a systemd service
  3. 03Troubleshoot networking and startup issues