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GPIO

GPIO pins read sensors and drive outputs.

Beginner 10 min read Lesson 3 of 150 Challenge included
What you will be able to do
  • Use gpiozero in Python.
  • Know pin numbering.
  • Never exceed 3.3V on a pin.

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GPIO pins read sensors and drive outputs.

  • Use gpiozero in Python.
  • Know pin numbering.
  • Never exceed 3.3V on a pin.
led.pyPython
from gpiozero import LED
from time import sleep

led = LED(17)
led.on()
sleep(1)
led.off()
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