Class Idea: Controlling RGB LEDs with Raspberry Pi/Python3

Electronics
#1

Hello!

I’m relatively new here, but I have a class idea I would like to see if there is any interest for.

I’ve worked on several RGB projects, and have picked up quite a bit of experience with controlling individually-addressable RGB LEDs using Python and Raspberry Pi. It works with every model of Pi (clones included) and every type of RGB LED. I would tailor the class primarily for the WS2812B, as these LEDs are truly individual with an IC, but the code can always be easily adapted for other LED types.

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#2

I would love this type of class for a number of different projects.

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#3

Brady @bpamplin has done classes for the same LED strips based on the Arduino.
https://calendar.dallasmakerspace.org/events/view/14734
These type of classes are very popular and fill up fast.
Going from the Arduino environment to the RPi would be interesting.

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#4

I saw that, and thought it might be neat to have a similar class based around the Pi. I’ll get in contact with @bpamplin to see what tips he may have for the class.

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#5

I’ll PM my phone number. I do a bunch of Arduino-ish classes and the most common request is for RPi classes. This class would be great. These may be interesting.

https://talk.dallasmakerspace.org/t/thoughts-on-developing-and-running-a-class/50481

http://www.pamplin.com/dms/class_descriptions.pdf

https://calendar.dallasmakerspace.org/events/view/14734

I have not been good at updating this one recently but this is class presentations and programs.
http://www.pamplin.com/dms/

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#6

@dougemes is Education Coordinator and has been very helpful recently in helping me focus and improve my presentations.

Others that have helped a lot in the process are @Dale_Wheat and Chris @John_Marlow

Art Givens @artg_dms, who replied above, is Electronics Chair and great at logistics assistance.

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