Raspberry Pi and Arduino — Go to the Next Level

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Coursera
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Free Online Course (Audit)
Languages

English
Certificate

Paid Certificate Available
Duration & workload

10 hours 51 minutes
Sessions

On-Demand
Level

Intermediate
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Overview

This course is designed to empower tech enthusiasts and developers by deepening their understanding of how Raspberry Pi and Arduino can work together to create sophisticated IoT systems. You'll start with a thorough comparison of both platforms, followed by a step-by-step guide on setting up your development environment. The course then dives into the heart of serial communication, teaching you how to establish and debug connections between the two devices. Through hands-on activities, you'll practice controlling LEDs, servos, and more, reinforcing your skills with real-world applications. As you progress, the course introduces you to advanced hardware functionalities, enabling you to code and interface with various components like RGB LEDs, buzzers, and LCD screens. You’ll also learn how to integrate a camera and utilize a Telegram bot for remote control and notifications, expanding the versatility of your projects. The practical sections challenge you to apply your knowledge through a series of exercises designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring you're ready to tackle complex IoT problems. The course culminates in a comprehensive final project where you’ll create a fully operational intercom system. This capstone project integrates all the skills you've developed, from protocol definition to hardware initialization, and even includes setting up system automation on boot. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the expertise to design and build advanced IoT systems that leverage the strengths of both Raspberry Pi and Arduino. This course is ideal for tech enthusiasts, developers, and hobbyists with a basic understanding of programming and electronics who want to explore the integration of Raspberry Pi and Arduino. Familiarity with Python and basic electronics is recommended.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will establish the foundational knowledge needed for the course. We'll start by introducing the course content, compare the Raspberry Pi and Arduino to clarify their roles, review the list of required materials, and outline the best practices for following along with the course.

Installation Steps

In this module, we will focus on the essential installation procedures necessary to set up your Raspberry Pi and Arduino environments. We’ll start with an overview of the section’s goals, then move on to installing Raspberry Pi OS without using a monitor, and finally, configure the Arduino IDE on the Raspberry Pi OS.

Part 1 - Serial Communication Between Raspberry Pi and Arduino

In this module, we will dive deep into the fundamentals of serial communication between Raspberry Pi and Arduino. We’ll begin with an overview of the section’s objectives, followed by setting up the required hardware and software. You will learn how to send data in both directions, establish bidirectional communication, and effectively troubleshoot any connection issues, ensuring robust communication between the devices.

Part 1 - Practice

In this module, we will put theory into practice with a series of hands-on challenges. We’ll begin by outlining the section’s objectives, then tackle three activities that progressively build your skills: controlling an Arduino LED from a Raspberry Pi, establishing bidirectional communication, and implementing asynchronous bidirectional communication. Each challenge will be followed by a detailed solution video to solidify your understanding and improve your problem-solving abilities.

Part 2 - Arduino Functionalities (Hardware Components)

In this module, we will explore a range of Arduino hardware components and their functionalities. Starting with an overview of the section’s objectives, we’ll delve into the design and coding of circuits for RGB LEDs, push buttons (with debounce), buzzers, LCD screens, and servo motors. Each component will be covered in detail, with dedicated videos on both circuit design and coding, empowering you to bring your Arduino projects to life.

Part 2 - Practice

In this module, we will reinforce your understanding of Arduino hardware functionalities through practical challenges. We’ll begin with an overview of the section’s objectives and then move on to activities that challenge you to debug serial communication using an LCD screen, control an RGB LED with a push button via Raspberry Pi, and sweep a servo motor from the Raspberry Pi. Each activity will be followed by a detailed solution to ensure a thorough grasp of the concepts.

Part 3 - Raspberry Pi Functionalities (Camera and Telegram Bot)

In this module, we will explore the advanced functionalities of the Raspberry Pi, focusing on camera integration and Telegram bot development. We’ll start with an overview of the section’s objectives, followed by the step-by-step setup of the camera hardware and software. You’ll learn how to capture images using Python and extend these capabilities by setting up a Telegram bot that can handle remote commands and send notifications directly to your phone. The module concludes with a review of the complete program, ensuring you have a comprehensive understanding of these powerful tools.

Part 3 - Practice

In this module, we will apply your knowledge of Raspberry Pi functionalities and Telegram bots through hands-on activities. We’ll start with an overview of the section’s objectives, followed by three practical challenges: sending a Telegram notification when the Arduino board connects, selecting RGB LED colors and LCD text from Telegram, and capturing and sending photos to Telegram when a button is pressed. Each activity will be followed by a solution video to ensure you can successfully implement these remote-controlled functionalities.

Part 4 - Complete Intercom System (Final Project)

In this final module, we will guide you through building a complete intercom system using Raspberry Pi and Arduino. We’ll start with an overview of the project, then step through each phase: defining protocols, initializing hardware, handling serial communication, capturing photos, and managing Telegram commands for door access. You'll also learn how to automate the system by setting it to start on boot. Finally, we'll wrap up the project with suggestions for further exploration, empowering you to extend and customize your intercom system.

Conclusion

In this final module, we will summarize the journey you’ve taken throughout the course. We’ll begin by recapping the step-by-step process of building an app with Raspberry Pi and Arduino, reinforcing the key concepts and techniques you’ve mastered. Finally, we’ll discuss what you can do next—whether it’s diving into more advanced projects or exploring new areas to further enhance your skills and knowledge.