#Install windows 10 iot windows 10#
However, because of the popularity of Windows, and the fact that Microsoft has made Windows 10 on Raspberry Pi free for individuals, we were excited to see if we could bring the GoPiGo to even more developers in the world. JOHN: Right, and let's take a step back and acknowledge that Windows 10 isn't open source, and that's not entirely in-line with Dexter Industries' mission of teaching robotics with open source technology. I would have thought there'd be more hesitation among your community members.
GREG: Interesting that people were so curious. JOHN: After Windows support for the Raspberry Pi was announced, our forums were on fire with the question, "Will the GoPiGo work with Windows 10?". Not surprisingly, Windows 10 IoT is a capable and in some ways advantageous alternative to a traditional open source OS. Turns out John recently followed along on a build to see if his company's $200 GoPiGo robot car kit would work well running Windows. To find out, I reached out to John Cole, founder of Dexter Industries, which supplies robotics kits and components for DIY builds. It's been about six months since the announcement and the community has had ample time to try some Raspberry Pi and Arduino builds using Windows 10 IoT. If nothing else, the maker movement has grown up with an open source mentality. Anecdotally, at least, it's a Linux crowd.
Last summer, when the Windows Dev Center announced Windows 10 support for IoT devices, there was a lot of excitement-and skepticism-in the maker community. The best robot toys for kids: LEGO, Raspberry Pi, and more.Sidewalk delivery is heading for a turf war.Pirate-hunting drone monitors crime on the high seas.