Discover how to use the powerful Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W for Bluetooth proximity sensing in this comprehensive tutorial from Engineer Ari Mahpour. Learn how to set up MicroPython, create a proximity detector that can recognize when your phone is nearby, and build the foundation for your own smart home automation projects. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through everything from initial setup to practical applications.
In this step-by-step tutorial, Ari demonstrates how to load MicroPython onto your Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W, set up a development environment using VS Code, and implement Bluetooth scanning functionality. Whether you’re building a home automation system or just exploring the capabilities of this next-generation microcontroller, this video provides everything you need to get started with Bluetooth proximity sensing.
⚙️ Resources from this Video:
– Companion Article: https://resources.altium.com/p/getting-started-raspberry-pi-pico-2-w
– Getting Started with MicroPython and The Raspberry Pi Pico: https://youtu.be/jyfxGpDIYdk?si=F4Dff_E8CrJrpaSr
– Ari’s Public Repository: https://gitlab.com/embedded-designs/micropython-bluetooth-example
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0:00 Intro
0:54 Setting Up MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W
4:24 Creating a Basic LED Blink Project
9:26 Bluetooth Proximity Sensing Overview
16:42 Live Demo: Bluetooth Device Discovery Mode
19:10 Conclusion and Applications
