Build your own GPS tracking system-Raspberry Pi Zero W 2025
What you'll learn
- Design an advanced data streaming and visualization tool for vehicle tracking.
- Build an IoT-based GPS system to monitor real-time vehicle movement on a web dashboard.
- Extract GPS data using Python and automate GPSD to start on boot.
- Retrieve raw GPS data using Linux commands and test the module on Windows & Linux.
- Understand the working principles of the Global Positioning System (GPS).
- Configure a static IP address in the latest Raspbian OS.
- Remotely access the Raspberry Pi’s GUI without an external monitor.
- Set static IP address in the latest Raspbian OS.
- Install the latest OS on Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless without extra peripherals.
- Perform IP scanning and connect to Raspberry Pi wirelessly using Putty.
- Compare Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless with previous versions in a step-by-step manner.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless and its capabilities.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of any programming language.
- The course is crafted from basic to advanced level, so even if you new to Raspberry Pi, the course will help you to get up & running.
Description
Are you ready to take your Python coding skills to the next level? In this exciting course, you'll learn how to build your own GPS tracking system from scratch! That's right, you'll be programming the GPS device to acquire real-time coordinates and send them to a backend server to generate a current location and travel path. Imagine the possibilities! You'll not only enhance your coding skills but also be able to implement this concept in any of your projects and create even more advanced systems. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to level up your career!
Don't let errors hold you back! Our dedicated technical support team is here to assist you every step of the way. Whether you have a question or concern, simply post in the Question and Answer section and one of our experts will get back to you within 24 hours. They are available from Monday to Saturday, ensuring you complete satisfaction for all the errors you encounter.
Apart from that, your money is 100% safe as the course comes with a 30-days, no-questions-asked Money Back Guarantee. For any reason, if you are not happy with the course, the entire amount will be refunded back to your bank account.
So at the end of the day, you have nothing to lose. Enroll in the course with confidence and complete peace of mind and take your technical skills to the next level.
FAQ
1) I am new to Raspberry Pi, Can I do this course?
The course first teaches how to install and setup Raspberry Pi and then the projects start.
2) I have Raspberry Pi 5, can I do this course?
Of-course Yes!! The project can be completed on any version of Raspberry Pi.
3) What if I get stuck and need technical help?
We cover one business day resolution to all your technical queries. If you don't understand something, please post your query in Q & A section and we will get back in 24 hours.
Still have doubts, feel free to drop a mail at - support@comfiny.com
Learn to build a fully functional GPS tracking system from scratch. I have always been a firm believer in learning by doing and in this course, you will learn what you need to know by hands-on experience. You don’t need any special knowledge except basic computer skills to get started with the course. Every one of you comes from a different background and hence; the course is crafted from basic to advanced level with minute detailed in every lecture.
The course is divided into 7 sections. In the first section, you will learn about the latest version of Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless in detail, its specifications and how it differs from its previous versions.
In the second section, we will begin with installing the latest version of the OS without the help of any external monitor. We will make the IP address static to remotely access the terminal and the graphical user interface without using any IP scanner tool.
In the third section, we will get to know about the project concept and the working principle of the Global Positioning System. We will then learn how to test whether the GPS module is functioning or not.
The fourth section begins with the different set of Linux commands to access the GPS functionality on the terminal and how to automate the Linux daemon to start on boot.
The fifth section takes you to the intermediate level where you will get to know about the GPS data extraction and programming using Python. We will code in python to fetch the GPS coordinates and other relevant details which will keep updating in seconds.
In the sixth section, you will come to know how IoT is the game changer. We will design our own dashboard and analyze the data in real time from anywhere. You can track the current position of the vehicle or the school going children in the google map using the mobile app or the web dashboard.
The seventh section exposes you to another advanced IoT dashboard tool where we will write our own code to analyze the GPS data in the more enhanced way. We will get to know the complete address where the vehicle is located in real time and monitor its status.
Please note that the project covered in the course will work on any version of the Raspberry Pi. Only to keep the project development cost down and to embed the circuit anywhere we are primarily targeting Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless board.
All the lectures contain English subtitles for clear and better understanding. If you face any technical issue, please post your query in the question and answer section and I will get back to you within 1 business days.
At the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation on navigation system. You will find it easy to build your own device from scratch.
The course comes with 30 days no questions asked money back guarantee.
If you are not happy with the course, Udemy will refund you the course fee.
Who this course is for:
- Ideal for those who want to build a vehicle tracking system from scratch.
- Perfect for parents or schools looking to track the location of school children.
- Great for enthusiasts who want to learn GPS technology and create their own prototype.
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Our technical support team is responsible for providing comprehensive assistance and guidance during learning. We help you to overcome any technical difficulties which you may face while developing your project.
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