Are you eager to embark on advanced hardware and sensor projects? The Intel Galileo is your go - to solution. A joint creation by Intel and Arduino, this powerful development platform allows you to conceptualize hardware ideas, build electronic circuits, write control code, and turn your dreams into reality. This book offers a step - by - step guide to writing Arduino sketches for the Galileo. It also explores the Linux capabilities that distinguish this platform from other Arduino boards. New users can quickly get started, while experienced developers can push its Pentium - class CPU to the max. With x86 compatibility, USB, Mini PCI Express, and Ethernet, it enables you to build faster and more powerful microcontroller projects. By reading this book, you'll learn to move beyond Arduino basics, connect components like resistors, LEDs, sensors, and motors, boot Linux from an SD card for added features like SSH and WiFi support, and serve web pages from Arduino to Python code. The Galileo is a fantastic board for electronic project ideation, often called 'hardware sketching'. After reading this guide, you'll experience creative freedom in your projects. Info: Author: Matt Richardson, Publisher: Maker Media, Inc., Paperback: 179 pages, ISBN - 10: 1 - 457 - 18308 - 9, ISBN - 13: 978 - 1 - 457 - 18308 - 9.
Using the Intel Galileo with the help of this book is easy. First, if you're new, start by going through the step - by - step instructions on writing Arduino sketches. Follow the book's guidance to connect components like resistors, LEDs, sensors, and motors properly. For more advanced features, you can boot Linux off an SD card. Just make sure your SD card is compatible and formatted correctly. When serving web pages from Arduino to Python code, double - check your code for any errors. As for maintenance, keep the board in a clean and dry place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you're pushing the Pentium - class CPU to the limits, make sure there's proper ventilation to prevent overheating. And always refer back to the book if you encounter any issues during your projects.
