The BBC Micro:bit is here!
After a much longer than anticipated wait, the BBC Micro:bit has arrived in Canada! We now have stock of the Micro:bit available.
So what is it? The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer designed for beginners in electronics and coding. The micro:bit makes getting into these often daunting fields as easy as possible. Programming the micro:bit can be done by computer or by their intuitive app available for Android and iOS devices. Code can be designed using a drag and drop interface in the Blocks editor, Javascript, or Python.
On the electronics side the micro:bit is very well featured. The built in sensors, LEDs, and buttons give plenty to experiment with before moving on to external designed circuits. An onboard accelerometer and compass make detection of motion and orientation possible. A 5×5 matrix of red LEDs allows for scrolling text, designs, or sensor outputs to be displayed in unique and creative ways. The two programmable buttons can be used for inputs or simply to start and stop programs. A 20 pin edge connector and 5 easily accessible alligator clip holes allow for external buttons, sensors, and other electronics to be connected.
Interested in finding out more? Check out the micro:bit product page!