7 New Raspberry Pi Books Reshaping the Industry in 2025

Unlike most Raspberry Pi books that focus solely on basic projects, this title dives into integrating high-performance artificial intelligence directly with the Raspberry Pi 5. The Raspberry Pi team explains how to harness pretrained and custom-trained neural networks for tasks like object identification, pose estimation, and facial landmark detection, teaching you to build responsive robotics, advanced home automation, and real-time vision applications. You’ll find clear guidance on using the Raspberry Pi AI Kit and the Hailo Dataflow Compiler to optimize AI models for low-latency, power-efficient performance. This book suits makers and developers eager to push Raspberry Pi’s AI capabilities beyond introductory experiments into sophisticated, practical implementations.

The Makers of The MagPi magazine bring you an expansive look at the latest Raspberry Pi models, including the Pico 2 and Raspberry Pi 5, packed into 200 pages of practical projects and tutorials. You’ll explore everything from beginner-friendly guides on setting up your devices to detailed projects that leverage the faster processor and power efficiency of the new Pico 2. This handbook shines with its broad coverage—from media centers to game emulators—offering specific ideas for all skill levels. If you’re aiming to deepen your hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi hardware and creative applications, this book provides a solid foundation and fresh inspiration.

This tailored book explores the latest AI and robotics breakthroughs transforming Raspberry Pi projects in 2025. It focuses on your interests and background to deliver fresh insights into cutting-edge hardware, software developments, and innovative applications shaping maker culture. You’ll discover emerging trends in AI integration, robotics design, and real-world projects that push Raspberry Pi capabilities forward. By examining these recent advances, the book provides a personalized roadmap to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape. The exploration is tailored to your specific goals, ensuring you gain knowledge that matches your skill level and project ambitions, making your learning experience both relevant and exciting.

This isn't another Raspberry Pi book promising generic tutorials; David Plowman takes a hands-on approach to integrating the Camera Module with the latest PiCamera2 software. You learn to harness HDR photography, Full HD video capture, and even AI-driven image recognition, with concrete examples like building a bird box camera and live-streaming projects detailed across 18 chapters. Chapters 4 and 10 stand out by showing how to control the camera via Python and shell commands, making your projects more interactive and intelligent. If you're eager to deepen your Raspberry Pi skills beyond blinking LEDs and basic scripts, this book offers a focused toolkit to add vision and responsiveness to your creations, though casual tinkerers might find the technical depth challenging.

What sets this book apart is its focus on empowering you to design your own microcontroller board using the RP2040 chip, the same powerhouse behind the Raspberry Pi Pico. Jo Hinchliffe and Ben Everard guide you through KiCad, a free and open-source PCB design tool, starting from schematic creation to footprint assignment and PCB layout. You'll also gain practical insights on selecting materials, choosing manufacturers, and even assembling your board. Whether you're an electronics hobbyist or an engineer eager to customize your projects, this book equips you with the skills to bring your hardware ideas to life with confidence.

What if everything you knew about robotics was wrong? Thompson Carter argues that building a robot doesn’t require decades of expertise but a clear, approachable path using the Raspberry Pi. You’ll learn practical skills like setting up your Raspberry Pi, wiring motors and sensors, and programming with Python to control robot movements and functions. The book also explores advanced topics such as obstacle avoidance and integrating AI features like computer vision, making it ideal if you want a hands-on, project-driven approach to robotics. Whether you’re a student or hobbyist, this guide breaks down the complexity so you can confidently bring your ideas to life.

This personalized book explores the forefront of Raspberry Pi hardware design, focusing on your interests and goals to deliver tailored insights into advanced project building. It covers emerging trends and discoveries up to 2025, examining how to design custom hardware that meets future challenges. With a focus on your background, it delves into integrating new components, optimizing performance, and pioneering innovative designs. By concentrating on what matters most to you, this book reveals pathways to build sophisticated Raspberry Pi hardware tailored to your unique projects and aspirations.

Sarful Hassan's latest work offers a clear, focused exploration of the Raspberry Pi's command-line interface, essential for anyone looking to deepen their technical skills with this popular device. You learn everything from basic navigation and file management to advanced networking setups and hardware control via GPIO pins, all framed in practical tutorials that demystify complex tasks. The book also addresses security by explaining user permissions and system safeguards, making it a solid choice if you want to manage your Raspberry Pi environment confidently and securely. Whether you're a hobbyist or an educator, this guide bridges the gap between beginner commands and advanced system administration without unnecessary jargon.

Gargiers Churlies' hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi shines through in this guide tailored for beginners eager to go beyond theory. You’ll learn how to navigate the Raspbian OS, manage software with APT, and build projects ranging from media centers to home automation setups. The book’s clear explanations on hardware basics and remote connectivity empower you to confidently tackle troubleshooting and customize your device. If you want a practical introduction that bridges coding skills with real-world Raspberry Pi applications, this book serves you well, though seasoned users may find parts familiar.