Python & .NET C# lessons

These lessons cover Python, .NET C#, and JavaScript. It is not difficult to learn them at the same time but you may skip the one that is not desired. Python is a great scripting language. .NET C# and JS are great compiled languages. Each one has its advantages and disadvantages.

Before starting with the lessons, the system has to be set up properly configured configured with the IDE of choice. Use VS Code if you plan on coding in both languages. The BrainPad has to also be connected and loaded with the right firmware. All instructions are found on the Python, .NET C#, and JS main pages.

Python

.NET C#

JavaScript

The Basics

In this section, we will learn about the basics of Python and C# coding. We will slightly use the BrainPad but it is mostly about language syntax.

The Basics	Description
Coding Intro	A lesson for those who have never coded in Python.
Variables	Learn about how variables work and what kinds there are.
Loops	Lesson on the various kinds of loops used in programming.
Flow Control	Conditional statement lessons. How computers decide.
Operators	Symbols that help us mathematically and with logic checks.
Functions	In this lesson, we learn about functions and how to pass arguments and return values.
Built-in Functions	It shows what functions are built right into the BrainPad.
Drawing	Lessons covering everything needed to use the display.
Framebuffer	Take advantage of the PC’s processing power for graphics.
Number Guesser	The transition beyond circuit through this number-guessing game

Nothing is more fun than making your games. The BrainPad Pulse is everything you need to start, but the BrainGamer allows you to build more interesting games. Oh! And the BrainGamer has a rechargeable battery.

Game Lesson	Description
Gaming Intro	An intro to gaming with a simple game that is less than 50 lines of code.

BrainGamer Lesson	Description
BrainGamer Assembly	Assembling BrainGamer.
BrainGamer Intro	Basic info about safety and setting up the coding environment.
BrainGamer Pong	Creating the classic game step-by-step

Learning about circuits and programming modules to work with the BrainPad brings a whole new meaning to the idea of coding something physical and real. BrainPower, BrainTronics, BrainClip, and BrainSense kits take advantage of this.

Physical Computing Lesson	Description
In ➤ Proc ➤ Out	Physical computing and how “things” connect to a computer (processor).
Digital	Digital Signals, how they work, and why.
Analog	Analog Signals, how they work, and why.
Button	How buttons are used to control things.
Sound	Generating sounds from simple beeps and alarms to playing a song.
Servo	Servo motors, what types there are, and how to use them.
Frequency	Using hardware-controlled frequency.
NeoPixel	Controlling NeoPixel LEDs.
Distance	What are distance sensors? How and what are they used for?
Infrared	What is infrared and how can I use it?
Touch	Your body is conductive and the BrainPad can use it to control things.
I2C Bus	I2C is a serial protocol that chips can use to talk to each other.
SPI Bus	SPI is a serial protocol that chips can use to talk to each other.
Temp & Humidity	DHTs are common temperature and humidity sensors

BrainClip Lesson	Description
BrainClip Intro	Get started on understanding the use of alligator wire clips and how modules connect to the BrainPad.
BrainClip Modules	Covers individual modules and their use.

BrainTronics Lesson	Description
BrainTronics Intro	An intro lesson showing how components plug and work in breadboards.

BrainSense Lesson	Description
BrainSense Intro	An intro lesson showing how components plug and work in breadboards.
BrainSense Modules	Covers individual modules and their use.
BrainSense Demo	Demos testing all sensors and modules
BrainSense with Rave	Demos showcasing a colorful, dynamic, and advanced dashboard.

The artificial intelligence lessons.

AI Lesson	Description
Math Art	We will create an AI artist using random numbers.
Smart TicTacToe	Tic Tac Toe AI Project: BrainPad Pulse with NeoPixels makes an awesome game.
Smart Door	Building automatic doors using facial and eye detection
AI-Powered LEDs	AI Brilliance Project: Computer Vision with BrainPad Edge
Visionary Servo Control	AI Vision Project: BrainPad Pulse directs the Servo motor based on machine learning readings.
BrainSafe With Monitoring System	BrainSafe Project: Mask classification with BrainPad Pulse visual and auditory alerts.

Internet of Things lessons that show the greatness of things connected to computers and the Internet.

IoT Lesson	Description
Digital Desk Clock	Desktop IoT Clock
Stock Tracker	Desktop IoT Stock Tracker
Weather Forecast	Weather Desktop IoT with BrainSense
Auto Lighting	Controlling the Light by time API with BrainSense