The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that you can code, customize and control to bring your digital ideas, games and apps to life.
Starter Kit Contents:
micro:bit
MicroUSB cable
Battery Holder
Micro:bit features:
Multiple sensors
Programmed via software via USB
Multiple platform support Windows, iOS, tablet, mobile
Open Source hardware (OSHW)
Similar to a raspberry pi.
Top comments
SteveDave4
31 May 1619#19
Or you could be less rude to people. Absolutely needless behaviour, what a saddo.
Flancrust
31 May 1611#23
I think it's worth thinking about it beyond a career but more a skill set. The ability to code means you have developed your ability to decompose a problem and form a solution. there are numerous transferable skills. you could liken it to a mechanic working on a care but in a less physical manner.
niceroundpound
31 May 165#38
Can we keep it friendly and on topic please :smiley:
dwl99
31 May 164#1
Just waiting for my daughter to bring one of these home from school then I can nab it :-)
All comments (74)
dwl99
31 May 164#1
Just waiting for my daughter to bring one of these home from school then I can nab it :-)
DonkeyKonk
31 May 16#2
Interesting, had never heard of it before.
FinderOfDeals to DonkeyKonk
31 May 162#6
You might like to take more notice of the news on TV or in the newspapers?
I'm a bit disappointed that there's no mention of OS X or Linux support. I know there are Open Source tools to communicate with the Micro:bit (although they're probably not that relevant to the main, schools, appeal of the device). But thanks to the OP for posting, anyway!
gabesdad
31 May 16#4
When I first saw the price I thought, that seems expensive compared to a Pi Zero, but when you allow for the sensors, etc., then not too bad. May get one to add to my collection of bits!
pbyron1
31 May 162#5
It's browser based and can connect via Bluetooth or USB so it should be compatible with every platform.
HarryFenner
31 May 161#7
Thanks. My comment was about the (lack of) info on the PiHut site about Open Source support, not about the possibility of Open Source s/w for the supporting the Micro:bit itself. It's good to see that the 'Coding Editors' are supported in a range of browsers, on a range of platforms.
FinderOfDeals
31 May 16#8
I see. I just bothered to find the main site for the Micro:bit itself.
bensimmo
31 May 16#9
It's ok and don't rely on getting one from your y7 kids. They have only just really got them (these things have been delayed almost a year) and many schools are not giving them as they see no point, since there is no time left in the year to teach with them.
They seem fine and nice to have a quick play with, they've been on eBay for some time now.
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Opening post
Starter Kit Contents:
micro:bit
MicroUSB cable
Battery Holder
Micro:bit features:
Multiple sensors
Programmed via software via USB
Multiple platform support Windows, iOS, tablet, mobile
Open Source hardware (OSHW)
Similar to a raspberry pi.
Top comments
All comments (74)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-35824446 22 March 2016
:smile:
https://www.microbit.co.uk/help#sect_bi
Is that better for you?
Or should I point out that the main site of http://www.microbit.co.uk/ takes to you https://www.microbit.co.uk/create-code where you use the cloud based editors?
They seem fine and nice to have a quick play with, they've been on eBay for some time now.