Building a Life Size BMO from Scratch Part 1: Custom PCBs, DIY Electronics and a Raspberry Pi

This video sponsored by ‪@PCBWay‬ and ‪@pimoroni‬:
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What happens when you combine an enthusiastic maker learning electronics, a beloved Adventure Time character, and a need for a Raspberry Pi running an Octoprint server?? A whole lot of mayhem, it seems!
Watch me endeavour to tackle this meaty project to create my very own talking, life-size, 3D printer controlling BMO. I'll be using a Raspberry Pi 4, compatible components, 3D printing and design, and a whole lot of Python to achieve this goal. Many of these things I will be attempting for the first time, so expect some bumps and learning experiences along the way.
Part One will be covering the research and building of BMOctoprint's internals, including a custom PCB courtesy of ‪@PCBWay‬! A huge thanks as well to ‪@pimoroni‬ for sponsoring this project and providing the electronics.
A huge thanks as well to Gina Häußge for creating and maintaining Octoprint, the incredible Raspberry Pi program that allows you to use and control your 3D printer from anywhere with an internet connection. I highly recommend it if you have a 3D printer, and please consider contributing to help keep the maintenance going!
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[@BenSycha]

Nothing like taking a cool project, overcomplicating it and making an awesome one! The PCB looks sooo good. Great stuff Allie 👍

[@deathfiend666]

So keen to follow along at some point!

[@andy_warb]

Omg everything about this video is awesome! When can we expect part two? ❤️

[@matthewwalker3131]

i dont know whats cooler, your make, your camera persona, or your hair!

[@katzcreates]

Shucks! 😊 Thank you!!

[@rustedfriend]

That's a redundant question Allie. BMO should be the boss of everything.

[@rustedfriend]

@@katzcreates I still haven't decided where or what a bmo will be in my shop. But I know I need one somewhere.

[@cibarra294]

Damn your channel is so underrated! Excellent job!

[@danitzaalexandraescalanter4375]

Amazing, I loved every minute. Waiting for Part 2!!

[@GlynWilliams1950]

Wow Fascinating. You got me enthused. Very well presented and edited. I look forward to seeing more exciting projects from you. Btw great PCB artwork.

[@joeldriver381]

This was great!

[@paulrector3299]

New subscriber after I heard you on the interview with Zack Freedman, this is an awesome channel! That was a very fun project.

[@user-eu2pb9rr4l]

I love this! One of the better tutorials / explanations I've seen.

[@ChrisTheViolaNerd]

Awesome project and video. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@offaxisfpv]

I cant wait to see the next video. you are born for this, super funny and smart. Keep up the great videos and work!!!!

[@davebauerart]

Super cool. I’ve never imagined designing a PCB but who knows? It definitely seems possible.

[@ancamarth]

Oh my gosh, so cool! Can't wait for the next video! 😀

[@jamiereader]

Absolutely glorious Allie!

[@TattedFaceJoey]

I actually really love how you interchange "he" and "she" for BMO, like it's done in the Adventure Time franchise.

[@katzcreates]

Thank you for noticing! :D It is very much on purpose, because that's how it is in the show. As far as I'm concerned, it's canon!

[@MakerViking]

Great video! :)

[@5VoltChannel]

i like this and best for tutorials

[@anthonyrich1592]

Great video! P.S.: Am I the only one that wants to put an "AMIRITE?" label on the FINTIE keyboard?

[@matthewcurtis09]

is there a way we can get everything that you got

[@katzcreates]

Yes indeed! My website has links to my Github, and the Instructables build instructions: katzcreates.com/portfolio/bmoctoprint

[@ColeLashley]

You are lovely As a fellow neurodivergent electronics hobbyist, I wanna be your best friend

[@panda.monium]

laser is to keep cats occupied

[@robsmall8398]

so good.... just f****n jump in!... but do it well..... perfectly executed.

[@SantinoCaruso]

Well done!!!! I can't wait the next episode. thanks!

[@BrodieFairhall]

BMO is going to be so much bigger than I imagined, I love it. Amazing video as always!

[@richardsonrym]

These animations are perfect and I love them

[@sporluck]

Way to go! I love how this was some late night idea.. now a custom PCB, some coding, and a thought out plan!

[@thefoosel]

Awesome! Can't wait for the next parts 😬

[@Shadow_Steve]

This is awesome :) love it love it love it

[@My_Pc_Ran_Into_A_Problem]

Moe in the factory be like:

[@garagemonkeysan]

Such a great film. Professional level. Cool build, a ton if work. Mahalo for sharing! 🙂🐒

[@garagemonkeysan]

@@katzcreates Most don't realize we're seeing two pieces of art. 🙂👍

[@mdrafiqul3358]

😀😀😀

[@jahronegolby8322]

jus had to say this bmo is not a girl or a boy for that matter

[@katzcreates]

Correct! BMO is agender, or genderless. :) Which is fantastic! He just uses he and she pronouns interchangeably, because..... why not?? We don't all want neutral pronouns I guess!

[@AndrewSink]

That intro is seriously adorable. Just look at little BMO go!

[@3DMusketeers]

Great first project video Faye! Love the shots, your eye for cinematography is so wonderful! Excited to do our first custom PCB project too! I know about as much as you did a while ago ha ha! Keep at it!

[@3DMusketeers]

@@katzcreates I am so ready to ride the freaking struggle bus, because OF COURSE I have decided to do it on a livestream. WHAT COULD GO WRONG LOLOL.

[@nukleerp0rtakal]

I've just discovered the process of creating BMOctoprint. It's amazing. 😍.

[@Ruth_Amos]

Love everything about this! The projects, the shots, the edit! Awesome. Can’t wait for part 2!

[@HenryCreations]

How in the world do you not have more subs? this was simply amazing. Loved the storytelling and the way you present your content!!!

[@ducksauz]

Awesome story telling and great work on your first PCB, especially with diving right into Kicad. I started with Eagle years ago and need to make the transition to Kicad with my next project.

[@sharfold]

Wow, just wow! Fantastic job, to both yourself in a massive way and PCBway for supporting your design! Would be great to hear a bit more about the goodies in the box! 😁

[@ChildOfAnAndroid]

This was so engaging!! I love your video style, it's quite different to a lot of makers on here and it's really fun :) This project is also THE HECKIN CUTEST!! i'm so glad I was introduced to your work :D

[@ChildOfAnAndroid]

@@katzcreates It was certainly intended as a compliment too! I will be watching 👀

[@jimmyjohansson84]

This was a great video! Feels like you've really hit your stride!

[@asoto1516]

Great job on your first PCB!!!!

[@wyattswordoffun6463]

Is bmo a boy or a girl

[@katzcreates]

BMO is a robot, so, neither boy nor girl!