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Exploring BeagleBone

Tools and Techniques for Building with Embedded Linux

by Derek Molloy · first published 2014

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In-depth instruction and practical techniques for building with the BeagleBone embedded Linux platform Exploring BeagleBone is a hands-on guide to bringing gadgets, gizmos, and robots to life using the popular BeagleBone embedded Linux platform. Comprehensive content and deep detail provide more than just a BeagleBone instruction manual--you'll also learn the underlying engineering techniques that will allow you to create your own projects. The book begins with a foundational primer on essential skills, and then gradually moves into communication, control, and advanced applications usin

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  • hommelix · Jun 2, 2025 · Recommends

    …for the electrical engineering, is the one with most pitfalls and the most expensive. A wrong voltage will release the magical smoke and is another 30$ for a board. Tread carefully. I enjoyed reading "Exploring Beaglebone" by Derek Molloy a few years ago, because the book has sections "how to destroy your beaglebone" and "how to interface with electronics". The website seems broken. The book's ISBN is 978-1-118-93512-5.…

    on “Ask HN: How do I learn robotics in 2025?” ↗
  • binarycoffee · Sep 26, 2016 · Recommends

    I can recommend "Exploring BeagleBone" by Derek Malloy which offers a very gentle introduction to the PRU with some mildly advanced examples. Also, a shameless plug with more PRU code examples in case you are interested to use Rust rather…

    on “BeagleBone Black Wireless” ↗

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