Getting Started With .NET Gadgeteer

by Monk, Simon

• ISBN13: 9781449328238
• ISBN10: 1449328237
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-24
• Publisher: Oreilly & Associates Inc

Summary

Learn how to program with .NET Gadgeteer in just hours. This introduction shows you how to build cool electronic gadgets step-by-step with this rapid prototyping platform. You'll tackle five exciting projects using plug-in modules in the Fez Spider Starter Kit from GHI Electronics-no soldering required. Ideal for novice programmers, this book shows you how to install the necessary software and then work with modules in the kit. Learn how to build a racing game, spy camera, web messenger, and more-and gain the confidence and skill you need to start designing your own gadgets. This is the first in a series of books on Gadgeteer, so order your copy today and get started with this amazing platform.

Author Biography

Dr. Simon Monk, co-founder of the mobile software company Momote Ltd., has written several hobby electronics books, including 30 Arduino Projects for the Evil Genius, 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius, and Arduino + Android Projects for the Evil Genius (all McGraw-Hill).

Table of Contents

Preface	p. v
Getting Started with .NET Gadgeteer	p. 1
What Is .NET Gadgeteer?	p. 1
The Fez Starter Kit	p. 2
Powering Up	p. 4
Installation	p. 5
Mac and Linux Users	p. 5
Install Visual Studio Express	p. 7
Install .NET Micro Framework	p. 8
Install the .NET Gadgeteer Package	p. 10
Upgrading the Firmware	p. 11
Hello World	p. 13
Creating a New Project	p. 14
Adding Components	p. 15
Trying It for Real	p. 19
Conclusion	p. 20
Spy Camera	p. 21
The Design	p. 22
The Camera Module	p. 22
Trying It Out	p. 27
WPFWindow	p. 27
Creating a UI Structure	p. 27
Showing Messages	p. 29
The Final Program	p. 30
Touch Screen	p. 30
Writing to SD cards	p. 32
Testing	p. 33
Conclusion	p. 33
Snowflakes Game	p. 35
The Design	p. 35
Screen Layout	p. 35
Using the Joystick module	p. 40
Conclusion	p. 43
Web Messenger	p. 43
Web Servers	p. 46
A Gadgeteer Web Server	p. 47
Testing	p. 52
A Gadgeteer Sketch Pad	p. 53
Putting It All Together	p. 57
Testing	p. 58
Sharing with the World	p. 59
Conclusion	p. 60
Camera Backup Gadget	p. 61
The Design	p. 62
The USB Host Module	p. 63
The Program	p. 64
Copying Files	p. 65
Testing	p. 68
Breakpoints	p. 68
Conclusion	p. 70
WhatNext?	p. 71
Other Modules	p. 71
Environmental Sensors	p. 71
Pulse Oximeter	p. 72
Cellular Radio	p. 73
Relay Module	p. 73
Music	p. 73
WiFi	p. 74
Physical Design Files	p. 74
Documentation	p. 75
Blogs and Web Resources	p. 76
Conclusion	p. 76
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