What it’s about
In these activities, you will set up and test your breadboard prototyping system for your micro:bit module. Along the way, you will learn some important circuit building and measuring skills.
Before you start
You will need:
- A What’s a Microcontroller with Python and micro:bit kit (Parallax #32750).
- A computer with a Chrome or Microsoft Edge browser and available USB 2.0 compatible port
Complete these tutorials first:
After You Finish
You will be able to:
- Connect wires and part leads together with a breadboard
- Build circuits on a breadboard
- Test for proper electrical connections, supply levels, and even part values
You will also be ready to move on to the next tutorial (coming soon!)
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Breadboard Setup and Testing for micro:bit
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Connect the micro:bit to a Breadboard
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What is a Breadboard?
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Parts & Circuit
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First Electrical Connections with a Breadboard
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How To Connect Two Wires
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Parts & Circuit
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Script
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Node Tests
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Try This - Probing the Board
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How it Works
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Set Power for Circuits
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Parts & Circuit
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Script
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Test the Supply Rails
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How the Supply Rail Tests Work
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Try This - Electrical Potential
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CYBERscope Setup
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CYBERscope Voltmeter
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First Breadboard Circuit
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Parts: LED and Resistors
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Build the LED Circuit
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Check & Test the LED Circuit
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How the LED Circuit Works
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Resistor Codes & Electron Flow
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Try This - Change the Resistor
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Review and Practice
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Solutions
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