Tinfoil Explorer HATs, a Python and some Raspberries

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[ Session Name ] Tinfoil Explorer HATs, a Python and some Raspberries [ Primary Space ] Youth Zone

[ Submitter's Name ] Hannah McMullan [ Submitter's Affiliated Organisation ] NI Raspberry Jam

[ Other Facilitator 1's Name ] Sam Stuart [ Other Facilitator 1's GitHub ] @TenthChain

[ Other Facilitator 2's Name ] Andrew McMullan

What will happen in your session?

Why flick a switch when all it needs is a simple touch? In this session, participants will learn to program so tinfoil (or other conductive material eg; fruit 🍉) using Python 🐍 and an Explorer HAT add-on board for the Raspberry Pi to make LEDs turn on/off or make a message appear on screen.

What is the goal or outcome of your session?

Participants shoukd understand inputs and outputs, functions and events and how to program these in Python. Along with basic Python commands and an understanding of simple hardware (Explorer HAT and Raspberry Pi) and conductivity.

If your session requires additional materials or electronic equipment, please outline your needs.

Raspberry Pis, Explorer HATs, Tinfoil, Playdough, Crocodile clips,

Time needed

60 mins