but I would start with investigating -

vcgencmd get_rsts

Thanks for pointing me in that direction. Unfortunately I am unable to use that value to discern between a run reset or a power reset during my testing.

Mike

Sorry for commenting on such an old thread but am wondering if it is possible to discern pro grammatically, the difference between a reset performed by utilizing the run header versus a normal shutdown or reboot versus a power loss/power applied. I want to incorporate a reset switch on my pi that wh...

I have an application that I built where I am using every pin that has a gpio designation on the pinout maps you can find online.

I really would like to be able to hook a button up to my pi to initiate a certain sequence when pressed. Can I use pin 27 or 28 for this?

Mike