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My Robot Dodges Obstacles, and I Never Coded It
My Robot Dodges Obstacles, and I Never Coded It

Can you build a real robot — one that senses the world and reacts to it — without writing a single line of code? A Raspberry Pi Pico, an MX1508 motor driver, a 3.3V ultrasonic rangefinder and four AA batteries, with every bit of the logic snapped together as blocks in Snakie. Here's the full build, the wiring detail that catches most people out, the failure that stopped it dead, and what the generated MicroPython actually looks like underneath.
MicroPython's .mpy Format Explained — and How to Use It With One Right-Click
MicroPython's .mpy Format Explained — and How to Use It With One Right-Click

Every MicroPython project ships as plain .py source by default, but there's a smaller, faster, more portable alternative already built into every install: the .mpy bytecode format. Here's what it actually is, why it's worth using, and how Snakie turns it into a single right-click.
They All Gave Up on ROS and MicroPython — I Didn't
They All Gave Up on ROS and MicroPython — I Didn't

Every past attempt at running ROS 2 on MicroPython hit the same handful of walls — a recompile per message type, a custom Python fork, an agent bridge instead of a real node — and every one of them is now archived. Here's SnakeROS, a pure-Python client that speaks DDS-XRCE straight to a stock micro-ROS Agent, and the QwiicBot-to-VENTUNO-Q build (plus the firmware mistake that nearly sank it) that proves it out.
My First Robot Just Got Five New Senses
My First Robot Just Got Five New Senses

SMARS — the screwless, tracked chassis my whole channel is built on — just gained five senses it never had: sight, sound, movement, expression and balance. Five Arduino Modulino modules, about €55 in parts I already owned, no soldering anywhere, and the brain running all of it isn't even made by the same company that made the sensors.
XIAO - the Micro Microcontroller
XIAO - the Micro Microcontroller

The Seeed Studio XIAO is a tiny microcontroller that packs a punch. In this post, I'll share my experiences and some cool things you can do with it.
What If Building Robots With Code Was Actually Easy?
What If Building Robots With Code Was Actually Easy?

Meet Snakie — a free, open-source, robotics-first MicroPython editor with Monaco editing, built-in git, an LLM chat pane, live sensor instruments, and a board viewer that hands you driver code just by dragging a part in.
From Code to Create Part 3: Going Wireless with the Pico W
From Code to Create Part 3: Going Wireless with the Pico W

Add WiFi to anything you build. In this episode of From Code to Creation we connect a Pico W to a network, host a local web server, and push live sensor data to the Arduino Cloud so you can see it from anywhere.
Happy 13th Birthday MicroPython!
Happy 13th Birthday MicroPython!

MicroPython turns 13 today! Let's celebrate with a round-up of the best MicroPython resources on KevsRobots and across the web — then dive into Arduino's brand new MicroPython IDE and see how it stacks up against Thonny.
Why are Bus Servos better?
Why are Bus Servos better?

Bus servos like the Feetech STS3215 daisy chain over a single data wire, give you full position feedback, and make robot wiring a dream. Here's how to wire them up and control them with MicroPython on a Raspberry Pi Pico.
Affordable Pi Projects
Affordable Pi Projects

Here are 10 affordable Raspberry Pi projects that you can build at home, including a speech synthesizer, a weather station
SAM - Software Automatic Mouth on MicroPython
SAM - Software Automatic Mouth on MicroPython

SAM (Software Automatic Mouth) is a classic 1982 speech synthesis engine, ported to MicroPython for the Raspberry Pi Pico. Give your robots a voice with just a single GPIO pin and a speaker!
Will Cogleys Eyemech
Will Cogleys Eyemech

Will Cogley has created an incredible project called Eyemech, a robotic eye that can track movement and express emotions. Check out his amazing work and learn how he built it!
From Code to Create Part 2: Adding OLED Displays with MicroPython
From Code to Create Part 2: Adding OLED Displays with MicroPython

Learn how to connect and control OLED displays with MicroPython. From basic text to graphics, animations, and real-time sensor data visualization.
From Code to Creation - New Video Series
From Code to Creation - New Video Series

Introducing From Code to Creation, a new video series that takes you beyond blinking LEDs into the world of I2C, SPI, and real-world electronics projects.
Arduino Alvik Maze Navigation - From Wall Following to SLAM
Arduino Alvik Maze Navigation - From Wall Following to SLAM

Learn how to navigate an Arduino Alvik robot through a maze, starting with simple wall following and advancing to ROS2 SLAM
Reed Switches - Magical Magnetic Switches
Reed Switches - Magical Magnetic Switches

Learn what reed switches are, how they work, and build amazing projects like door sensors, bike speedometers, and water flow meters with MicroPython and Arduino.
Pico Plotter
Pico Plotter

Learn how to build your own plotter using the Raspberry Pi Pico and MicroPython. This project guides you through the steps to create a simple yet effective plotter that can draw shapes and patterns.
LEGO Gets Lights & Sound with Tiny FX
LEGO Gets Lights & Sound with Tiny FX

Learn how to add lights and sound to your LEGO builds using the Tiny FX board from Pimoroni. This project demonstrates how to use MicroPython to control the Tiny FX board and enhance your LEGO creations.
MicroPython Robotics
MicroPython Robotics

Learn how to build and program a robot using MicroPython on the Raspberry Pi Pico. This course covers everything from basic motor control to advanced sensors and autonomous behavior.
LidarBot
LidarBot

LidarBot is a 3D printed robot that uses a Raspberry Pi Pico and Lidar to navigate its environment. It is designed for educational purposes and can be used to teach programming and robotics.
The Best Arduino Robot for Beginners
The Best Arduino Robot for Beginners

The SMARS robot is a simple, 3D printed robot that can be controlled with an Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or any other microcontroller. It's a great way to learn about robotics, electronics, and programming.
Chicken Nugget Piano
Chicken Nugget Piano

Learn how to use touch sensors with Raspberry Pi Pico to make a chicken nugget piano
Weather Station Display
Weather Station Display

Build a Weather Station Display with Pimoroni Presto
Operation Pico
Operation Pico

Recreate the classic Operation game using a Raspberry Pi Pico and some croc clips
Hacky Temperature and Humidity Sensor
Hacky Temperature and Humidity Sensor

This is a quick, cheap project to create a temperature and humidity sensor using a DHT22 sensor and a Raspberry Pi Pico
High Five Bot
High Five Bot

The robot that gives you a well deserved high five
10 Projects for your Raspberry Pi Pico
10 Projects for your Raspberry Pi Pico

Here is a collection of projects that you can build with your Raspberry Pi Pico

Pi to Pico W Bluetooth Communication
Pi to Pico W Bluetooth Communication

Learn how to set up two-way Bluetooth communication between a Raspberry Pi and a Pico using MicroPython.
Two-Way Bluetooth Communication Between Raspberry Pi Picos
Two-Way Bluetooth Communication Between Raspberry Pi Picos

Learn how to set up two-way Bluetooth communication between two Raspberry Pi Picos using MicroPython.
Intermediate MicroPython
Intermediate MicroPython

New course available
Arduino Alvik
Arduino Alvik

Is this the best MicroPython robot of 2024?
Build a Web Server Using a Raspberry Pi Pico W and Phew!
Build a Web Server Using a Raspberry Pi Pico W and Phew!

Explore Phew! today and revolutionize your web server building experience with a little help from Raspberry Pi Pico W.
Python and Arduino
Python and Arduino

Control Arduino with Python using Firmata & PyFirmata
What is MicroPython?
What is MicroPython?

Learn how to make a robot using Micropython, the Python programming language for microcontrollers.
How to install MicroPython
How to install MicroPython

Learn how to Install micropython on your microcontroller
Elf detector
Elf detector

A Raspberry Pi powered robot that can find elves!
Yukon & Omnibot 3000
Yukon & Omnibot 3000

A Pimoroni Yukon powered Omnibot 2000
Omnibot 3000
Omnibot 3000

A Pimoroni Yukon powered Omnibot 2000
PicoSMARS 2
PicoSMARS 2

A Raspberry Pi Pico W Powered SMARS Robot
CyberDog
CyberDog

A RGB LED Cyberdog coat powered by Raspberry Pi Pico
Facebot
Facebot

A Cute 8x8 LED Robot
Bluetooth Remote Control Custom PCB
Bluetooth Remote Control Custom PCB

Designing a custom Remote Control PCB
Over the Air updates with MicroPython
Over the Air updates with MicroPython

Automatically update code on your embedded devices
Picotamachibi
Picotamachibi

Picotamachibi
Pico Birthday Card
Pico Birthday Card

Raspberry Pi Powered Birthday Card
Pybricks
Pybricks

MicroPython on Lego Mindstorms hubs
What is MicroPython (old version)?
What is MicroPython (old version)?

MicroPython: A Lighter, Faster Python for Microcontrollers
Self Watering Plants
Self Watering Plants

Build a self watering plant system
Ghostbox
Ghostbox

Learn how to make a GhostBox
Ghostbusters Wi-Fi Scanner
Ghostbusters Wi-Fi Scanner

Who you gonna call?
Galactic Hero Game
Galactic Hero Game

Build your own Guitar Hero Clone
Learn now live!
Learn now live!

New MicroPython course
Spooky Scary Skeleton
Spooky Scary Skeleton

A fun Halloween Robot
Pomodoro Robot!
Pomodoro Robot!

Build your own Pomodoro Desk bot
Simple Robot Arm
Simple Robot Arm

Build your own Robot Arm
BurgerBot V2 - Quick on the Draw
BurgerBot V2 - Quick on the Draw

BurgerBot gets an upgrade
How to setup a Phew! Access Point
How to setup a Phew! Access Point

MicroPython Captive Portal
SMARS Inventor
SMARS Inventor

Pimoroni Inventor 2040 W
Next Cube - a Homage to the original WWW server
Next Cube - a Homage to the original WWW server

a Homage to the original WWW server
BurgerBot - a simple 3D Printable Robot
BurgerBot - a simple 3D Printable Robot

A simple 3D Printable Robot
Hack a Big Mouth Billy Bass
Hack a Big Mouth Billy Bass

Hack with a Fish with a Pico
Rover the Mecanum Robot
Rover the Mecanum Robot

Build your own Mecanum Robot
Bugs the Robo-Bunny
Bugs the Robo-Bunny

An Easter Robot
PicoCat Lives
PicoCat Lives

V2 of PicoCat Robot
PicoCat v2
PicoCat v2

New Upgrades and Improvements
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