Programming the Raspberry Pi, Second Edition: Getting Started with Python

Learn to create inventive programs and fun games on your powerful Raspberry Pi—with no programming experience required. This practical TAB book has been revised to fully cover the new Raspberry Pi 2, including upgrades to the Raspbian operating system. Discover how to configure hardware and software, write Python scripts, create user-friendly GUIs, and control external electronics. DIY projects include a hangman game, RGB LED controller, digital clock, and RasPiRobot complete with an ultrasonic rangefinder.

Set up your Raspberry Pi and explore its features

Navigate files, folders, and menus

Write Python programs using the IDLE editor

Use strings, lists, functions, and dictionaries

Work with modules, classes, and methods

Create user-friendly games using Pygame

Build intuitive user interfaces with Tkinter

Attach external electronics through the GPIO port

Add powerful Web features to your projects