Hour of Micro:bit

Students experiment with LEDs, sensors, and radio communications to see how code controls physical hardware.

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Course Overview

Hour of Micro:bit is a gentle introduction to physical computing using the BBC Micro:bit, a pocket-sized programmable computer. In this short workshop, students write programs to control the Micro:bit’s LED display, buttons, sensors, and radio communication capabilities. The Micro:bit’s approachable interface and immediate physical feedback make it perfect for beginners to understand how code controls hardware. This course serves as both a standalone introduction to microcontrollers and as preparation for our more advanced robotics courses. Students leave with a concrete understanding of how programming translates to real-world actions.

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Weekly group classes in programming, robotics and AI build lasting technical skills. In person or online. Enroll in weekly classes and get started on the path to professional programming.

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Our community programs remove financial and geographic barriers to quality computer science education. Through partnerships with schools, libraries, and community centers across San Diego County, we provide free Tech Club workshops, scholarship opportunities, and outreach initiatives that ensure every student has access to programming education regardless of their background or resources.

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