micro:bit

The micro:bit is a tiny programmable computer, designed to make learning and teaching easy and fun.

Maintenance issue

Issue: the micro:bit usb drive is called "MAINTENANCE". Solution: update it with new firmware

Out of the box program

Here is the out of the box program.

External LED

Connecting external LED's

Turn two LED's on and off with A and B button:


Make the LED dim by using the internal light sensor:


Light level/sensor

The micro:bit can use it's internal LED's to meassure light level.

Make the external LED dim by using the internal light sensor:


Edge connector

To make use of all the pins on the micro:bit you will need an edge connector. Like this one from Adafruit.