The MagPi – Issue 96 – August 2020

The MagPi Issue 96 is a practical, project-packed guide to building with Raspberry Pi. Whether you are just getting started or already have a workbench full of single-board computers, this August 2020 edition offers a strong mix of inspiration and instruction.

Inside This Issue

The cover feature gathers 25 no-nonsense projects that are designed to be easier than they first appear. The editorial team focuses on entry-level builds, kits, and ideas that help newcomers move from setting up a Raspberry Pi to completing something genuinely satisfying.

Project Showcases 🛠️

Beyond the cover feature, several hands-on projects get detailed walkthroughs:

• Project Zed, a sci-fi-inspired robot built from recycled printer parts to help with health messaging
• A Sonos/Spotify vinyl emulator that combines modern streaming with a classic format
• An ISS tracker for following the International Space Station
• PiMowBot, a Raspberry Pi-powered lawn mower project
• An open-source microscope built around the OpenFlexure platform
• A calendar-controlled busy light, a mind-patterning device, and an LED weather board

Tutorials and Technical Deep Dives

The tutorial section continues with practical guides for DOSBox-X and running Windows 9x software, stop-motion animation using the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera, building a home music system, remote access techniques, and controlling devices with clocks. A Pi Bakery project for a supercharged oscilloscope rounds out the technical content.

Accessibility in Making

A significant feature examines how makers can design projects that work for everyone. The article highlights accessibility considerations and shows examples of inclusive design in the Raspberry Pi community.

Reviews and More

This issue also reviews the PiCar-V kit, universal housing options, and Ren’Py for interactive storytelling. A summer project roundup, a C++ learning guide, and an interview with Masafumi Ohta add extra value.

If you enjoy hands-on electronics, Python scripts, Linux tinkering, or simply turning an idea into a working gadget, The MagPi Issue 96 gives you plenty of reasons to keep building.