Dan Aldred – författare

Learn to build and code with these cool projects that hack common things and interact with the real world. Use the Raspberry Pi to turn lights on in your room through Minecraft; build an MP3 player you can send music to wirelessly; create a motion-triggered camera to automatically take pictures of wildlife; and other dastardly deeds. Aldred explains the code in simple, step by steps ways that doesn't overwhelm, but allows the reader to pick up concepts and learn the specifics through building.

A new title in the QuestKids(R) children's series that was launched by In Easy Steps in 2018, designed to make learning fun for childrenFirst, Coding with BBC micro: bit introduces you to the hardware and software features of the micro: bit, including the built-in microphone, speaker, and touch sensor added in micro: bit version 2. You'll learn new skills such as how to code your micro: bit to play music, send messages, display pictures, and detect light.- Getting started: This section gives you a tour of the micro: bit and gets you started with coding your first program.- Basics: Here, you'll learn to display images and text on the micro: bit's LED grid.- Inputs: This section shows you how to work with the input systems on the micro: bit, like the buttons, the accelerometer, and the light sensor.Once you've mastered these skills, the book guides you through 10 exciting projects, including a temperature sensor, simple interactive games, and even an alarm system!1. The 99 game2. Heads or tails3. Steady hand game4. Temperature display5. LED control6. Trespasser alarm7. Fortune teller8. Compass9. Radio communication10. Bag alarm Each project has been designed to work with both versions of the micro: bit.You'll find "Try This" sections that suggest other ways for you to try out your new knowledge. These ideas will inspire you to build your own projects with the micro: bit.

Discover How a Computer Works breaks down everything kids need to know about computers in an informative and easy-to-understand way.The learning journey starts by explaining what a computer is and how it works, using the Input-Output-Process model. Kids will learn about different types of computers; from the laptops they use for school to powerful supercomputers that help scientists solve big problems. As readers dive deeper, they'll discover how computers take in information, process it, and show results on a screen. The book also spotlights the various parts of a computer – like the motherboard and the CPU (the brain of the computer) – and explains how these components work together. Kids will learn about essential peripherals like the GPU (the graphics card), network cards that help connect to the internet, and sound cards that make music and games come to life. There are even cool explanations about keeping computers cool with fans and water cooling, plus fun facts about computer cases and ports for connecting everything. The book has extra sections about memory and storage, showing kids the differences between HDDs and SSDs and even explaining USB drives and cloud storage in a way that's easy to remember. There are also tips on how to check what’s inside their computer, and the various specifications of the parts. Throughout the book, there are engaging illustrations and fun quizzes to test kids’ knowledge. The QuestKids® Discover How a Computer Works is perfect for curious minds eager to learn more about the parts of a computer. With colourful visuals and easy-to-follow explanations, this book makes learning about computers an exciting adventure! For classroom-based learning as well as a home learning.

Fun Python GUI Projects in easy steps contains mostly outrageous projects and a few sensible ones. Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) with guizero – an easy way to build GUIs with Python code. If you've ever wanted to add a splash of interactivity and charm to your Python projects, this is the book for you! Learn how to code fun apps and programs – in easy steps!The first chapter of Fun Python GUI Projects in easy steps gently introduces you to the world of GUI programming, explaining concepts in simple terms so that you'll never feel lost or overwhelmed. Once you've got the hang of the basics, it's time to start building and combining features. The book shows you how to code and use all sorts of fun GUI elements – buttons that trigger actions, text boxes for inputting data, labels to display information, and more. With guizero's intuitive syntax and easy-to-use functions, you'll be amazed at how quickly you can bring the projects and your ideas to life.Ever wanted to prank your friends with a virtual whoopee cushion? This book shows you how to create a hilarious application that emits fart sounds at the click of a button. If you’re curious about your compatibility with your crush, you'll learn how to create a fun calculator that predicts your compatibility with another person based on a set of quirky questions. Who knows, you might just uncover a surprising match! Have you ever wondered if you could outrun your favorite superhero? In this book you'll learn how to build a game that challenges players to react faster than iconic superheroes. It's a thrilling test of speed and reflexes! As you progress through Fun Python GUI Projects in easy steps, we'll delve deeper into the world of GUI design, exploring topics like mouse interaction, drawing, layout, and styling. You'll learn how to arrange your GUI elements in visually pleasing ways so that your applications not only work great but look awesome too. Most of this book’s projects use the Microsoft Windows platform. However, Python and guizero are both compatible with Linux and Apple computers. Before you begin, you will need install the compatible versions of Python and guizero. Comprehensive guides on installation and setup are included in the book. Let’s code and have fun! For kids and young adults aged 11+