Build Your Own Robot: Using Python, Crickit, and Raspberry Pi - Softcover

Alsabbagh, Marwan

 
9781633438453: Build Your Own Robot: Using Python, Crickit, and Raspberry Pi

Inhaltsangabe

Build your first robots with Python and some cheap, basic components. This entertaining book guides you step by step!

In Build Your Own Robot you'll learn how to:

  • Use cameras to capture photos and let your robot see
  • Track faces using computer vision and OpenCV
  • Control DC motors to drive your robot around
  • Create a web-based app to control your robot over a network
  • Write code for joysticks
  • Read QR codes with your robot to find and identify objects

About the technology

There's nothing quite like watching your code come alive in the real world. Robotics is a fun, fascinating discipline that lets you do just that. In this guide, you'll build some fun robotic toys that will teach you serious robotics engineering skills like computer vision, networking, and computation.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Marwan Alsabbagh is a seasoned software developer. He studied mathematics and computer science at McGill University, and is passionate about building projects using Python, microcontrollers, and robotics.

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About the book

Build Your Own Robot is a DIY guide for bringing your first Python-based robots to life. Start with the basics, teaching your new friend how to spin, move around, and find its way. You'll then quickly progress to controlling your robot remotely using your phone, computer, or joystick. You'll even set up a camera to broadcast what it sees right to your computer screen. Clever computer vision tricks will get your bot tracking faces, looking for QR codes, and maybe even fetching some snacks.

About the reader

For Python programmers. No previous experience in robotics required.

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