Control a Servo & LCD: Interactive Raspberry Pi Portfolio
September 8, 2025
This is a self-hosted interactive portfolio showcasing hardware control via a web interface using a Raspberry Pi.
The Backstory
So, I'm a Computer Engineering student (Go Gators!), and I got tired of the usual online portfolio routine. I had this old Raspberry Pi and some spare parts—a servo from an RC plane and an LCD screen—and the idea struck me like a bolt of lightning! Why not build a portfolio that actually *interacted* with real hardware? I wanted to showcase my skills in both hardware and software, and boy, did it turn out to be a fun challenge. The reactions have been amazing—everyone's blown away by the servo, apparently! I’m particularly thrilled people are finding it delightfully surprising.
How to Play
Visit the 'Interactive' page on Noah's portfolio.Use the on-screen controls to move the servo motor.Type a message and send it to the LCD to leave your mark!
From The Community: Top Comments
Super cool!
Ha neat, I spent a while trying to figure out what the servo was for until I clicked into it
Awesome!
Really cool!
The Remix Station
Think this toy has more potential? Vote for your favorite remix idea!
🎨 Pi-xel Art Party
Extend the LCD control to let users create simple pixel art remotely, displayed on the Pi's LCD.
0 Votes
🤖 Servo-matic Robot Arm
Integrate multiple servos to create a basic robotic arm controlled through a more complex web interface, adding levels of complexity and challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What programming languages and libraries were used to build this project?
The specifics weren't detailed, but the implication is a blend of web technologies (likely JavaScript, HTML, CSS) for the front-end and Python with relevant libraries (for GPIO control) on the Raspberry Pi backend.
Is the code for this project open-source and available on GitHub?
The creator's profile mentions GitHub; however, whether the code is specifically public is unstated in the provided information.