Overview
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Learn to build a custom electronics circuit for controlling LED lights using a Raspberry Pi Pico W in this 17-minute video tutorial. Explore the development of a PCB design in KiCAD, from initial schematic creation to final board layout, featuring NeoPixel RGB status LEDs, output indicators, and external sensor connections. Follow along with the complete build process, including enclosure design in FreeCAD, camping light setup implementation, programming fundamentals, and web interface development. Master practical home automation techniques through a hands-on demonstration that showcases both 12V and 5V LED light control applications, suitable for camping environments or model railway lighting systems.
Syllabus
Introduction Pico Lights Plus
Pico Lights and Pico Lights+
Design the PCB in KiCAD
Schematic diagram
PCB layout
Complete circuit
Enclosure designed in FreeCAD
Camping lights setup
Programming
Web interface
Demonstration
Taught by
Penguin Tutor