Explore physical computing with the RaspberryPi in this 44-minute conference talk from GOTO Aarhus 2012. Learn about Quick2Wire's journey in developing hardware and software for novice hobbyists and schools. Discover the design of Quick2Wire hardware, which simplifies attaching multiple external devices, and their Python API for easier programming. Gain insights into performance, IO pins, serial IO, SPI interface, software development, API design, software structure, concurrency, and practical applications like paper scanners. Understand the challenges of balancing software and hardware development, meeting market needs, and motivating learners in the world of physical computing.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Performance
IO pins
Serial IO
spi interface
software development
API
Software
Structure
Example
Concurrency
Pie in Raspberry Pi
Daisy Chain
Sketching
Paper Scanner
Growth
The Market
Meeting Needs
Software vs Harder People
Motivation
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