Publisher's Synopsis
The low-cost Raspberry Pi single-board computer has made quite a stir since its launch. This detailed introduction shows you the potential of the small form factor Linux computer, whether you want to use it as a PC replacement or as a piece of hackable hardware for building various electronics projects.
Learning Raspberry Pi teaches you the fundamentals of Linux and helps novices become programmers in Python and C.
- Learn the value of the Raspberry Pi as a small, embeddable, and inexpensive piece of powerful computing
- Understand the computer's freely programmable GPIO (general purpose input and output) interface
- Use the Arduino microcontroller with the Raspberry Pi
- Prototype electronics with the Gertboard and the PiFace accessory
