BBC Micro:bit in practice: a hands-on guide for building creative real-life projects with MicroPython and BBC Micro:bit

Develop real-world interactive physical computing applications using Micro:bit and more than 100 MicroPython examples with circuit diagramsKey FeaturesExplore hardware programming and gain the skills to build creative projects with BBC Micro:bit and MicroPythonStep-by-step approach with each chapter in the order of increasing complexity and interactivityMore than 100 examples with circuits and code to gain in-depth understanding of features of BBC Micro:bitBook DescriptionBBC Micro:bit is a popular microcontroller platform used by the makers for creative projects. It is packed with sensors such as microphone, accelerometer, and compass, in-built speaker, pushbuttons, and LED matrix and can communicate using Radio and Bluetooth. It can be programmed with a variety of programming platforms such as Microsoft MakeCode, Scratch, MicroPython, C++, Rust, and many more.BBC Micro:bit in Practice provides a holistic understanding of BBC Micro:bit platform and Micropython programming. It will help you to gain practical knowledge of designing circuits and writing programs with the help of mini projects.This book will teach you how to write programs to work with built in LEDs and buttons, to interface external LEDs, buttons, motors, buzzer and much more. You'll learn how to work with built in radio, speakers, accelerometer, and compass. You'll also be able to understand concepts related to filesystem of Micro:bit, interfacing external displays, and working with libraries in detail. Finally, you'll explore the sewable circuits and wearable technology with Micro:bit and MicroPython.After reading this Micro:bit book, you'll understand how to apply principles in electronics and MicroPython to create interesting real-life projects on your own projects from scratch.What you will learnEssentials of BBC Micro:bit, its hardware specifications, and versionsIn-depth tour of MicroPython for Micro:bitProgramming built-in and external LEDs and ButtonsProgramming external LED based displays, Buzzers, and Stepper MotorsUsing analog input and Pulse Width Modulation to drive servo motorDetecting gestures with internal sensors such as accelerometer, compass, and magnetometerWorking with music, speech, radio, and filesystemExplore the features of Micro:bit V2Who This Book Is ForThis book is for anyone who would like to use the combinations of MicroPython and BBC Micro:bit for building exciting real-life projects. Individuals working in the domains such as embedded systems, electronics, so