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Video 69: Using the MFRC522 RFID Module and Tag on Raspberry Pi¶

Learn how to integrate an RFID module into your Raspberry Pi projects for tasks like access control and attendance tracking, with step-by-step instructions and Python coding demonstrations.

  1. Introduction to RFID module: Understand how RFID technology can enhance Raspberry Pi projects by interacting with RFID cards or key fobs.

  2. Setting up hardware: Follow along as we connect the MFRC522 RFID module to Raspberry Pi GPIO pins using a provided breakout board.

  3. Setting up SPI on Raspberry Pi: Enable SPI interface and install necessary libraries for communication between Raspberry Pi and the RFID module.

  4. Interacting with the RFID module: Learn how to write Python code to initialize the RFID reader object, read card IDs, and associate text data with IDs.

  5. Reading and writing RFID tags: See demonstrations on reading and writing data to RFID tags using Python code, with practical testing.

  6. Homework assignment: Get tasked with creating a system to record a person’s name and favorite color using RFID tags, expanding your understanding of RFID integration with Raspberry Pi projects.

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