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Ever wanted to create a Magic Mirror? Look no further than this build session!

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Session #1: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2016 6-9PM

Session #2: Saturday, Feb 25, 2017 10AM-1PM

Q: What is a Magic Mirror?
A: A Magic Mirror is a reference to a 2 way mirror with a LCD screen behind it displaying data via a web page.
See these videos and product showcases

• Youtube Video
• A 2014 article on the Magic Mirror

Q: Why would I want to build this?
A: So you can learn, customize and build something great!

Q: I don’t know anything about a Raspberry Pi, should I attend?
A: Yes, we will walk through with explicit directions on each step of the process. If you can follow directions & type, you can build this!

Q: I want to build a bigger one, why would I want to build an 8″x10″ one?
A: We have to start somewhere, you can bring your own materials (LCD, glass, frame, etc.) and follow along if you want, but the directions we have may not apply 100% to you. Using all the same parts speeds the class.

Q: I really want to attend, what do I do next?
A: Just RSVP, we’ll handle the rest.

What you’ll learn:

• How to connect a Pi to the internet
• How to copy & edit someone’s code from Github
• How to remotely connect to a Raspberry Pi via VNC
• How to start a Pi in kiosk mode for full browser display on startup
• How to add custom widgets/modules to the Magic Mirror

What you’ll leave the session with:

• A 10″x8″ Magic Mirror base (frame, 2 way mirror & LCD w power cord)
• SD Card that you’ve customized and can be added to your own Pi at home

Bring with you:

• Laptop with wifi & power cord
• Optional:
  • Raspberry Pi (Suggested Raspberry Pi 3 Model B; CanaKit Raspberry Pi Zero Starter Kit; Raspberry Pi Zero for advanced users)
  • Raspberry Pi 3 Complete Starter Kit w 32 GB SD Card
  • Raspberry Pi 3 Ultimate Starter Kit – 32 GB Edition
  • Note: Be sure to note if your kit includes a SD card or not