ID2116 Fundamentals 1

BBC micro:bit

https://microbit.org/

The Micro Bit (also referred to as BBC Micro Bit, stylized as micro:bit) is an open source hardware ARM-based embedded system designed by the BBC for use in computer education in the UK.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wuza5WXiMkc&

What is micro:bit ?

• The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer.
• It introduces you to how software and hardware work together.

Why micro:bit ?

• Low barrier of entry allows you to focus on the algorithm itself.
  • Small / Affordable / Robust
  • Scratch-style programming that is less prone to errors
  • A web browser is the only software you need to start coding
  • 5x5 LED matrix allows you to immediately see the results of program execution
  • Built-in sensors allow you to do loads of things without additional electronics
  • Built-in Bluetooth allows wireless communication with PCs and mobiles.
  • Expandable with external sensors and actuators through the edge connector

MakeCode: micro:bit visual-programming environment

https://makecode.microbit.org/

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