Control a Espruino board with a gamepad

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user80672
Hello Robin,

I have an original Espruino board and a micro one, not yet a Puck.

And yes, I think I could utilise this: http://www.hobbytronics.co.uk/ps3-ps4-controller-bluetooth

My plan is like this:
1. My Espruino uses serial connection to communicate with a USB host board
2. The USB host board communicates with a Bluetooth dongle
3. The Bluetooth dongle communicates with a PS4 controller
I don't have to care about step two and three but I'm only guessing that I'm able to do step one. I'm a total beginner with these things, so please let me know if I'm guessing wrong.

Best regards
Kari S

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Robin in reply to @user80672

Thank you Kari @user80672, your explanation clarifies you understand which module will do what.

Although I don't have practical experience with the USB host controller, your plan appears sound to me.

Are you at a point where you are comfortable in creating a communication language between the two devices, or are you still searching for modules that may cut down on development time? I think it would be a challenge and a load of fun creating a language for the robot. Something unique and one could be proud of when done.

As a thought would you post 'as you go' pictures in the 'Projects' forum
http://forum.espruino.com/microcosms/139/
so that new members can get some ideas based on your efforts? Would love to see the progress at each step.

Good luck and have fun!!

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