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Python Arguments

An exploration of arguments in Python

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 15 minutes

Intermediate

Writing your first SPIN program

A brief introduction to SPIN, the language of the Propeller, and your first Blink program

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Multicore SPIN programming on Propeller HAT

Learn how to use the Propeller's multi-core architecture to your advantage

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Using counters in SPIN

An introduction to Counters, one of the Propellers key hardware features.

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Simple RGB LED Web UI

Learn how to build a simple website to control three LEDs on your Pi, Red, Green and Blue.

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Programming the Adafruit Trinket from your Raspberry Pi

The Trinket is a small, cheap microprocessor you can program from your Raspberry Pi

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Getting started with Propeller IDE

A step-by-step guide to installing Propeller IDE

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 15 minutes

Intermediate

Making a Minecraft Thermometer

Learn how to use Explorer HAT Pro and an Analog temperature sensor to make a thermometer in Minecraft

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Introducing Voltage Regulators

Learn the basics of voltage regulators and how and where to use them in your circuits.

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 15 minutes

Intermediate

An exhaustive demystification of a 7 segment digit

Learn how figure out how to drive a single 7 segment display, right from the very basics.

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes

Intermediate

Controlling Your Robot: USB HID/Wireless Keyboards

This article walks you through controlling a Pi-powered Robot with a USB HID Keyboard or similar USB input device.

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 15 minutes

Intermediate

Add a Serial/UART breakout to your Pi

Serial is great for debugging and configuring on the go, but having to remove an add-on board to get at the right pins is a pain. Let's add some more!

Philip Howard · Tutorial · 30 minutes