Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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In this video I will show you how we can use one core on the Raspberry Pi Pico W to continuously read the NMEA sentences from the Adafruit Ultimate GPS, and use the other core to parse them. We configure the program to ensure the UART buffer does not overflow, creating corrupt and stale location data. Then we have added a small SSD1306 OLED display to the project that shows location data from the GPS. In this lesson we will examine the NMEA sentences and extract the utc Time and Date, and then convert that time and date to local values. We will then display those on the OLED screen. Enjoy!
We are actually pursuing building a GPS Tracker, and this is the gear we will be using in this class:
Raspberry Pi Pico W:
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Adafruit Ultimate GPS:
amzn.to/4jeRIjj
External Antenna (OPTIONAL):
amzn.to/4myFWTL
Button Battery For Quicker Fix:
amzn.to/3FjoUbH
Breadvolt Power Supply (OPTIONAL):
amzn.to/4kuuJ50
Charging Cable (If You Don’t Have):
amzn.to/3Z0EMGF
Soldering Iron:
amzn.to/3HpZolw
Solder Practice Components:
amzn.to/4mNaEca
Extra Solder:
amzn.to/4kuuDdE
Safety Glasses:
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#raspberrypipico
#GPS
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*LEGAL DISCLAIMER:*
The code, hardware setups, circuit diagrams, mathematical calculations, and technical methods provided in this video are strictly for educational and demonstration purposes.
All math, code, and instructional content are provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to guarantees of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a specific purpose.
All hardware assembly, circuit wiring, and software execution are performed entirely at your own risk. The creator assumes no liability for equipment damage, component failure, data loss, or personal injury resulting from the use or implementation of any information or files presented in this content.
You guys can help me out over at Patreon, and that will help me keep my gear updated, and help me keep this quality content coming:
patreon.com/PaulMcWhorter
In this video I will show you how we can use one core on the Raspberry Pi Pico W to continuously read the NMEA sentences from the Adafruit Ultimate GPS, and use the other core to parse them. We configure the program to ensure the UART buffer does not overflow, creating corrupt and stale location data. Then we have added a small SSD1306 OLED display to the project that shows location data from the GPS. In this lesson we will examine the NMEA sentences and extract the utc Time and Date, and then convert that time and date to local values. We will then display those on the OLED screen. Enjoy!
We are actually pursuing building a GPS Tracker, and this is the gear we will be using in this class:
Raspberry Pi Pico W:
amzn.to/3FA4tqS
Adafruit Ultimate GPS:
amzn.to/4jeRIjj
External Antenna (OPTIONAL):
amzn.to/4myFWTL
Button Battery For Quicker Fix:
amzn.to/3FjoUbH
Breadvolt Power Supply (OPTIONAL):
amzn.to/4kuuJ50
Charging Cable (If You Don’t Have):
amzn.to/3Z0EMGF
Soldering Iron:
amzn.to/3HpZolw
Solder Practice Components:
amzn.to/4mNaEca
Extra Solder:
amzn.to/4kuuDdE
Safety Glasses:
amzn.to/4mwGMjR
[Disclosure of Material Connection: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. This means if you visit the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers.]
#raspberrypipico
#GPS
#oled -
-
*LEGAL DISCLAIMER:*
The code, hardware setups, circuit diagrams, mathematical calculations, and technical methods provided in this video are strictly for educational and demonstration purposes.
All math, code, and instructional content are provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to guarantees of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a specific purpose.
All hardware assembly, circuit wiring, and software execution are performed entirely at your own risk. The creator assumes no liability for equipment damage, component failure, data loss, or personal injury resulting from the use or implementation of any information or files presented in this content.
