Micro:Bit
A microcontroller developed by BBC UK for educational purposes
The Micro:Bit microcontroller
The Micro:Bit features a lot of cool stuff for eveyone to learn how to code. Some of the features are:
- Programmable microcontroller
- 25 LED lights
- 2 buttons + touch logo
- Compass and Accelerometer
- Microphone
- Speaker
- Radio, Tx and Rx
Programming
The Micro:Bit can be programmed using different tools and programming languages. Some of them are Microsoft MakeCode, Javascript, Typescript, Python and MicroPython
Popular kits and accesories
There are many popular kits available for the Micro:Bit as well as breadboards, breakout boards, sensors and different electrionic components for your custom projects.
Robotic kits
The Wheel:Bit
The MakeKit Wheel:Bit is a simple 2 wheel continuous servo vehicle controlled by a Micro:Bit. A lot of cool things can be done, use your imagination and learn how to code while making this toy move as your coding skills progress.
The Wheel:Bit on the MakeKit Website