Beginning BBC Micro · Bit · A Practical Introduction to Micro · Bit Development

Learn essential concepts and techniques to build simple-to-advanced projects and overcome common programming challenges in micro: bit development.

Beginning BBC micro: bit will take you through the complete features and capabilities of the micro: bit controller, enabling you to program and build your own projects. The uses are endless for the micro: bit and this books will help get you started on building your next project with this popular and easy-to-use microcontroller.

You'll use online Python Editor and Mu Editor to build your own applications. Reviewed by the micro: bit developer team, this comprehensive guide also provides clean code examples to help you learn the key concepts behind the micro: bit API.

What You'll Learn

Work with the various kits and accessories

Master the micro: bit development platform with easy to follow examples and clean code

Build your own micro: bit applications using an online Python editor and Mu editor

Use the on-board LED matrix, built-in buttons, I/O pins, accelerometer, and compass

Learn how to connect and communicate with devices through I2C, SPI, and UART

Build applications with music and speech libraries

Use Local Persistent File System to store and manipulate files

Build applications based on wired and radio networks

Use micro: bit and micro: bit Blue apps

Who This Book Is For

Beginners, those already experienced with electronics, and hobbyists at all levels looking to get started with a new microcontroller.