Introduction to AI & Python for microcontrollers Work Shop Pretoria

This workshop is the 1st full-day course in AI for microcontrollers. It is designed for anyone with no prior experience in AI or Python. Understanding the basics of microcontrollers is a prerequisite for this course. 

Suppose you haven't worked with microcontrollers yet or need to sharpen your microcontroller skills. In that case, we offer kits that include training as well as microcontroller workshops. It is essential to do these; otherwise, you will be lost in this course within the first hour.

Ready to take your microcontroller projects from ordinary to extraordinary? The Introduction to Python and AI Course at Bot Shop equips you with basic Python and AI skills to create intelligent, innovative projects—no hardware needed in course 1! 

Perfect for hobbyists and microcontroller enthusiasts, This course unlocks the power of AI, making your creations stand out.

Soon, non-AI projects will appear outdated compared to their intelligent counterparts. 

The 3 course breakdown:

Course 1: This course dives into the basics of Python with focusing on AI, you will learn all the core principals around AI like supervised/unsupervised datasets and neural networks. Then we will create basic datasets using Python. 
Course 2: Setting up our AI microcontroller, pulling in sensor data from IO pins and creating datasets with AI decision making to create intelligence in your microcontroller projects.
Course 3: Our application course where we apply all we learned into real AI applications, in this case a highly intelligent robot and a focus on IOT.

What will you learn?

Learn Python and AI Fundamentals for Game-Changing Projects.. Our 100-page curriculum, crafted for beginners and experts, teaches you to code and think like an AI engineer. Using Thonny, a user-friendly editor, you’ll master:

• Python Essentials: Build programs with operators, tuples, dictionaries, loops, and conditionals (Chapters 2.2-2.10).
• AI Foundations: Dive into machine learning, deep learning, data models, and computer vision (Chapters 1, 3-4).
• Practical Coding: Use NumPy and OpenCV-Python to process data, like analysing sensor values or images, for AI-driven applications.
• Project Skills: Develop programs to prepare for smart microcontroller projects, such as object detection or data analysis.

Course Content Summary:

• Machine Learning: Learn to train models that predict outcomes (e.g., classify data patterns) using supervised and unsupervised techniques. Example: Code a model to predict sensor values.
• Deep Learning: Explore neural networks to process complex data, like images. Example: Build a simple neural network with NumPy to recognise patterns.
• Data Models: Understand datasets and features to prepare data for AI. Example: Create a dataset with dictionaries to store project parameters.
• Computer Vision: Process images with OpenCV to detect patterns or colours. Example: Code a program to analyse a test image for shapes.

• Master Python, the language powering AI at companies like xAI and Google.
• Apply AI techniques, like neural networks and computer vision, to enhance microcontroller projects.
• Build standout creations, such as smart sensors or image processors, to showcase at maker fairs or in your portfolio.
• Join a vibrant community of innovators with support from Bot Shop’s expert instructors.
• Enrol now to revolutionise your projects!

Ready to transform your projects? Sign up for the Introduction to Python and AI Course today! Registration is quick, secure, and open to all skill levels. Click below to reserve your spot and get instant access to our course materials.

Course details

Who should attend:

This AI workshop is for individuals aged 16 to 70+ or anyone interested in taking their awesome projects to the next level. We assume that you are already familiar with microcontrollers, but you may have no experience with Python and AI.

Refreshments and lunch: Tea and coffee will be supplied. Lunch platters will be supplied (unfortunately, we can not cater for specific dietary needs, but we can give you a R80.00 discount if you have to bring your own lunch).

Classroom size

We train a maximum of 20 students. An assistant trainer is present in all our classes to ensure that each attendee receives plenty of personal attention when they get stuck.

Age group

We do accept attendees 16 years and older.

Cost

R950.00 per person, inclusive of all necessary course materials.

What to bring along?

You only need to bring a laptop or PC along for the course.