If you are using a Raspberry Pi

Getting your Pi setup

• This is the kit I use in my class
• Unboxing of materials
  • Explanation of materials
  • How to wire and setup
• CHALLENGE - take it all apart and reassemble on your own
• CREATE a save folder on desktop for programs
• Python - explain coding and the language
  • Hardware vs. Software

Code Editor for this Course

• Trinket - https://trinket.io

Code Editor Options

• Raspberry Pi comes installed with Python 3and Thonny. Please use one of these two options.
• You can also use Trinket - https://trinket.io if you have internet access for your Pi

If you are using a PC or Mac

Code Editor for this Course

• Trinket - https://trinket.io

You will need a platform to code in Python. There are many options. If you are new to all of this and have internet connection, then I highly encourage you to start with Trinket

• Trinket - https://trinket.io
• You can also use Python 3

However, if you are looking for something more, then you can explore all these code editor platforms and choose your preference

Code Editor List

Optional Learning: Raspberry Pi

If you are new to the Raspberry Pi and just want to get more comfortable with how it works, setup, and features, then I suggest working through this Code Club Course: Getting Started With Raspberry Pi

If you use the kit we use or own the book, Adventures in Raspberry Pi by Carrie Anne Philbin, then I suggest going through at least the first Adventure to get familiar with the Pi.