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How to Set Up NeoPixels In MakeCode for micro:bit * 04 *

TechnoChic
TechnoChic
13 Apr 2024

Welcome back! Natasha here. :)  

This is the fourth of 10 blog posts featuring each video in my series on animating LEDs with micro:bit and Make Code. If you've just stumbled upon this post, start from the beginning here.

Microsoft MakeCode on Laptop with NeoPixels

In the last video, we put the project together by connecting the NeoPixel strip to the micro:bit and battery, and the project to the helmet. Now, it's time to make the LEDs light up!

This video is a beginner's guide to coding Neopixel LEDs with Microsoft MakeCode. MakeCode is a free website that lets you "make code" with easy-to-connect, pre-made "blocks" of code. 

Natasha with LED Helmet

After a quick tour of the interface, I'll show you how to configure the software to use NeoPixels, introduce the concept of code blocks and how they work, and show you how to download the code to display your coded animation on your LED strip. 

MakeCode for micro:bit

micro:bit USB Connection

Red NeoPixels on Bike Helmet

Then, I'll introduce the debug tool to help you find errors in your code too. MakeCode Debug Mode

After building some basic animations, I'll leave you with my favorite task of all - coding an animated rainbow on the strip!

Natasha with LED Helmet

Watch the full tutorial here:

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How'd it go?

Did your LEDs light up?

Comment below with details, or join the Discord channel to share your questions, concerns, and especially your successful builds. See you there!

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  • beacon_dave
    beacon_dave over 1 year ago

    This series is progressing nicely.

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    TechnoChic over 1 year ago in reply to DAB

    Thank you! Relaxed️

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    DAB over 1 year ago

    Nice clear instructions.

    Well done.

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    tej_gaonk over 1 year ago

    great

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    TechnoChic over 1 year ago

    Here's the link to the Getting Started with MakeCode and NeoPixels video: https://youtu.be/c03qGQsoNjY?si=xK0WsBGGPPoOoY_M

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