Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W Tutorial: Bluetooth Proximity Sensing

Discover how to use the powerful Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W for Bluetooth proximity sensing in this comprehensive tutorial from Engineer Ari Mahpour. Learn how to set up MicroPython, create a proximity detector that can recognize when your phone is nearby, and build the foundation for your own smart home automation projects. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through everything from initial setup to practical applications. In this step-by-step tutorial, Ari demonstrates how to load MicroPython onto your Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W, set up a development environment using VS Code, and implement Bluetooth scanning functionality. Whether you're building a home automation system or just exploring the capabilities of this next-generation microcontroller, this video provides everything you need to get started with Bluetooth proximity sensing. ⚙️ Resources from this Video: - Companion Article: https://resources.altium.com/p/getting-started-raspberry-pi-pico-2-w - Getting Started with MicroPython and The Raspberry Pi Pico: https://youtu.be/jyfxGpDIYdk?si=F4Dff_E8CrJrpaSr - Ari's Public Repository: https://gitlab.com/embedded-designs/micropython-bluetooth-example ✨ Don't Miss Out: Subscribe to our channel for more electronics, supply chain, and industry content: https://www.youtube.com/@UCiKc2EIwlCjUDv7F6siwqQg ⚙️ Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News: https://octopart.com/ ⚙️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@octopart_official ⚙️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/octopart/ #RaspberryPi #MicroPython #Bluetooth 0:00 Intro 0:54 Setting Up MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W 4:24 Creating a Basic LED Blink Project 9:26 Bluetooth Proximity Sensing Overview 16:42 Live Demo: Bluetooth Device Discovery Mode 19:10 Conclusion and Applications -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check Out Our Latest Upload: "AI-Powered Supply Chain: Luminovo's Sebastian Schaal Interview" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3Z6c-Mpbjs -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-