Programming the Intel Edison: Getting Started with Processing and Python

This TAB book explores the Intel Edison and shows how to program the next generation of maker devices, including wearable electronics, IoT, and robotics!

In Programming the Intel Edison, you’ll learn the fundamentals of Internet-enabled embedded programming—taking advantage of the Edison’s low power consumption, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities, and more. If you’re an Arduino enthusiast, you’ll find out how to apply your knowledge of Sketches to the Edison environment. If you use Raspberry Pi and Python, you’ll explore the Edison with example projects and applications. This unique, user-friendly guide bridges the gap between hobbyist-oriented development boards and more professional-level embedded electronics development.

• Provides an introduction to embedded programming for Arduino and Raspberry Pi enthusiasts
• Features step-by-step instructions with illustrations and sample code
• Includes demonstration starter projects and applications that showcase the Internet of Things capabilities of the Edison
• Explores the use of console and breakout boards to develop Internet-enabled devices with the Edison