🎥 My Raspberry Pi 5 Lego Streaming Setup!

Streaming your hobbies online can be simple—but what's the fun in that? I've always loved a good challenge, especially when it involves blending creativity and technology. That's exactly why I've turned my love for Lego building into a unique live-streaming setup that's probably more complicated than it needs to be—but honestly, that's half the fun!

Everything I do streams directly from my Raspberry Pi 5, the most powerful Pi in my growing collection. And let me tell you, I've got quite a few Raspberry Pis at home dedicated to various projects—but my RPi 5 setup is hands down my favorite.

🛠️ My Custom Script Arsenal

Here's a breakdown of my custom-built setup, powered by four scripts I proudly coded myself:

1. 🎬 The Streaming Bash Script

This script is the real star of the show. It manages live streaming, records everything locally, and even mixes multiple camera angles seamlessly. It's like having my personal TV production studio, all running from a tiny Raspberry Pi.

2. 📸 Visual LLM Text Overlay Python Script

Here's where things get exciting! Every five minutes, my overhead camera snaps a picture and sends it off to my locally hosted Moondream LLM for analysis. It then returns a descriptive text overlay, letting viewers know exactly what I'm building—perfect for when I didn't have a microphone set up. Although I recently snagged a wireless mic from Amazon (stay tuned for audio!), this visual assistant has been incredibly helpful.

3. 💬 Interactive Chat Monitor Python Script

Community interaction is essential. This script displays viewer chat messages directly on the live stream in real-time, making everything interactive and engaging. Plus, it lets me monitor and respond to viewers through the command line interface (CLI). With my iPad on a stand, alongside a wireless keyboard and mouse, managing and interacting with my audience has never been easier or more enjoyable.

4. 📐 Camera Angle Setup Script

Getting those perfect shots is essential. This handy Python script allows me to quickly and effortlessly fine-tune each of my three Logitech C270 webcams before going live. No more guesswork—just quick and precise adjustments for an optimal viewer experience.

🛋️ Thrifty Finds & Fun Setup

Speaking of my setup—I have to give a special shout-out to some of my favorite thrifty finds! My streaming desk? Just $30 from Temu, and easily one of my best purchases ever. It's sturdy, stylish, and perfectly sized. Plus, my adorable Pixar-inspired lamp was an amazing $5 Goodwill find. Bargains and creativity—my perfect combo!

🎉 Why I Love This Setup

Every element of this slightly over-engineered yet incredibly satisfying setup—from my handcrafted scripts to my treasure-hunted decor—brings me immense joy and a great sense of accomplishment. It’s a little techy, a little quirky, and a whole lot of fun.

Next stream, I'll finally debut that wireless mic. What could possibly go wrong, right? See you there!