Those of you who completed our 12 days of Codemas Calendar last year will be familiar with LEDs as they’re the go-to component for learning how to code. We'll also be learning a few new tricks in MicroPython to add to your growing library of knowledge.
Today we’re going to be learning how to construct a simple circuit and coding our blocky LED to light up, flash and more. We’re starting with a fancy blocky LED, which works the same way as a traditional LED - just in nicer clothes!Īs the calendar progresses we’ll be using more advanced parts to use with your growing MicroPython knowledge, however these simple LEDs are a really great place to start. Today we’ll build on that by introducing physical components, real life things you can control using the code we’re going to learn over these 12 days! Yesterday we got comfortable with the Pico and learnt about its different features, including some sample code and the onboard LED. It’s day #2 of the Let it Glow Maker Advent Calendar!
