Introduction to PICO IOT
Welcome to PICO IOT by Thinking Robot.
In this tutorial, we’ll take a quick look at the PICO IOT device and understand exactly what you receive with it.
We’ll explore:
- What PICO IOT is
- What is included with the product
- The main parts of the device
- What each part is used for
- How PICO IOT connects with your appliances
- How the device works together with the PICO IOT app
By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a clear idea of the complete PICO IOT system before we move on to setting it up and using it.
Let’s explore your PICO IOT.
Before you begin
Before we start assembling your robot, let's make sure you have everything you need for a smooth and frustration-free build. The Hardware: To make learning as easy as possible, this entire guide is built around our official starter kit. If you don't have your hardware yet, you can get everything you need in one box here: 👉 Get the PICO BOT ESP32 Edition Starter Kit The Tools: A computer or laptop (Windows, Mac, or Linux) with a standard USB port to program the ESP32 brain. You will also need a data-capable USB cable (double-check that it supports data transfer and is not just a charging cable!). The Software: You will need to download and install the free Arduino IDE (the software we use to write our code). Once installed, you will also need to add the ESP32 Board Manager to the software so it recognizes your specific microcontroller. The Time: Set aside about 45 to 60 minutes for this build. We will tackle it step-by-step, from the mechanical chassis assembly to writing your first wireless control code.
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