Chapter 1 Introduction to the Raspberry Pi

In this book, we will be discussing how to take a Raspberry Pi and turn it into a do-it-yourself security system. The following chapters will cover projects ranging from taking time-lapse photos to using facial recognition. Before we get to any of those, though, we need to spend some time preparing the Pi so that it’s ready for those projects.

These setup processes may not be the most exciting information covered in this book, but they are arguably the most crucial for you to know. The Raspberry Pi is a versatile device, providing a good base for a variety of projects. It is for that very reason ...

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