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4-1. Very Useful Monster – RalfE / Level 1

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WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?

Learn the basic concepts of MakeCode using the micro:bit BBC. Begin with connecting the micro:bit to your computer and getting familiar with the board itself and the interface by using simple code experiments to start. Next, we’ll introduce you to the Makey:bit, an extension board for the micro:bit that allows you to easily hook-up and use the pins for the micro:bit to connect servos and more. All of these combine together with our awesome Monster Body stand, which fits nicely on your desktop and allows easy access to all of the back connections on the Makey:bit. The 3D printed stand features Glow-in-the-Dark filament for the eyes, with a special pop-out for your final monster builds servo and eye-gears.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED?


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STEP 1

Spark Starter 01

Get started and explore the components, build your monster and give it a heartbeat!
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Project step photo 2

STEP 2

Spark Starter 02

Take a quick tour of the onboard features of the micro:bit and navigating the MakeCode coding environment.
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Project step photo 2

STEP 3

Spark Starter 03

Learn how to use the Makey:bit to connect various inputs and outputs, then how to code to each of those pins.
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