Dive into DIY programming with the Complete Raspberry Pi 3 Starter Kit

The Raspberry Pi has always beenone of the cooler DIY computing pieces out there. This credit card-sized micro-computer isa hit for tech-savvy tinkerers to explore programming as an interest--even a career.

Now, the folks at the Raspberry Pi Foundation are upping the ante with the new Raspberry Pi 3, which you can get now along with a bundle of associated coursework for only $199.99 in the Boing Boing Store.

While the Pi 3 is still the same size asthe Pi 2 (about 3 inches by 2 inches), the retooled model has a lot of improvements under the hood--including a 50% boost in processing speed, plus built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities.

That connectivity upgrade frees up one of the Pis four USB ports for other peripherals, so now you can plug in that monitor, mouse and keyboard and still have room for more.

In addition to the Pi 3, youll also get seven courses to helpyou make the most of your device:

• Quick Starter Kit for Raspberry Pi 3 Model B

• Wireless Penetration Testing with Kali Linux & Raspberry Pi

• Cluster Pi: Build a Raspberry Pi Beowulf Cluster

• Raspberry Pi Essentials & Extras

• PiBot: Build Your Own Raspberry Pi Powered Robot

• Raspberry Pi: Full Stack

• Raspberry Pi & The Internet of Things

Fans of the Pi 2 dont need to worry -- almost all the Pi 2 accessories work perfectly with the Pi 3. Take advantage of the chance to upgrade and get the Complete Raspberry Pi 3 Starter Kit, now at 55% off MSRP.