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SparkFun Raspberry Pi 4 Hardware Starter Kit - 4GB

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The Raspberry Pi 4 Hardware Starter Kit provides a solid set of parts and instruction for working with the Raspberry Pi 4 in a more hardware-centric manner. While the Raspberry Pi isn't typically considered a go-to for hardware projects, its I/O pins hold a lot of benefits that you can use for a variety of applications. This kit covers the basics like using LEDs, and Buttons while providing a solid set of parts for working with any other hardware I/O and the 40-pin header. In addition, we've included all the parts needed for getting the Raspberry Pi 4 up and running whether it's on its own, or using a monitor (not included). The new 64GB MicroSD cards keep read/write commands running super fast, too.

Most of the contents of the kit rely on the use of the 2x20, 40-pin header, so we've included a special extender to allow you to plug in the ribbon cable while using the provided heatsink case. We've also included a Qwiic Shim for easily working with I2C based Qwiic boards with the Pi. No soldering is required for this kit!

Note: This variation includes the 4GB RAM option for the Raspberry Pi 4.

Get Started with the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B Guide

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SparkFun Raspberry Pi 4 Hardware Starter Kit - 4GB Product Help and Resources

Graph Sensor Data with Python and Matplotlib

July 23, 2018
Use matplotlib to create a real-time plot of temperature data collected from a TMP102 sensor connected to a Raspberry Pi.
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How to Use Remote Desktop on the Raspberry Pi with VNC

July 9, 2018
Use RealVNC to connect to your Raspberry Pi to control the graphical desktop remotely across the network.
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Headless Raspberry Pi Setup

April 23, 2018
Configure a Raspberry Pi without a keyboard, mouse, or monitor.
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Preassembled 40-pin Pi Wedge Hookup Guide

October 29, 2015
Using the Preassembled Pi Wedge to prototype with the Raspberry Pi B+.
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Python GUI Guide: Introduction to Tkinter

August 13, 2018
Tkinter is the standard graphical user interface package that comes with Python. This tutorial will show you how to create basic windowed applications as well as complete full-screen dashboard examples complete with live graph updates from matplotlib.
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How to Install FTDI Drivers

June 4, 2013
How to install drivers for the FTDI Basic on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.
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Qwiic SHIM for Raspberry Pi Hookup Guide

December 5, 2019
Ever wanted to prototype I2C components on a Pi? Now you can!
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Raspberry gPIo

October 29, 2015
How to use either Python or C++ to drive the I/O lines on a Raspberry Pi.
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Raspberry Pi 4 Kit Hookup Guide

March 14, 2020
Guide for hooking up your Raspberry Pi 4 Model B basic, desktop, or hardware starter kit together.
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Python Programming Tutorial: Getting Started with the Raspberry Pi

June 27, 2018
This guide will show you how to write programs on your Raspberry Pi using Python to control hardware.
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Qwiic Kit for Raspberry Pi V2 Hookup Guide

December 29, 2022
Get started with the SGP40, BME280, VCNL4040, and microOLED via I2C using the Qwiic system and Python on a Raspberry Pi! Measure VOC Index, light, temperature, humidity, and pressure from the environment. Then display them on the microOLED, serial terminal, or the cloud with Cayenne!
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Core Skill: Programming

If a board needs code or communicates somehow, you're going to need to know how to program or interface with it. The programming skill is all about communication and code.

3 Programming

Skill Level: Competent - The toolchain for programming is a bit more complex and will examples may not be explicitly provided for you. You will be required to have a fundamental knowledge of programming and be required to provide your own code. You may need to modify existing libraries or code to work with your specific hardware. Sensor and hardware interfaces will be SPI or I2C.
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Core Skill: Electrical Prototyping

If it requires power, you need to know how much, what all the pins do, and how to hook it up. You may need to reference datasheets, schematics, and know the ins and outs of electronics.

2 Electrical Prototyping

Skill Level: Rookie - You may be required to know a bit more about the component, such as orientation, or how to hook it up, in addition to power requirements. You will need to understand polarized components.
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Very useful kit!

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I'm an engineer at a large electronic test equipment manufacturer. We are using this kit for a development breadboard.

I really like having the solderless breadboard, and the 40pin Pi-wedge to plug into the breadboard. With the power supply, SD card and jumper wires, we got our project up and running within a day including software.

Thanks for providing a very nice kit.