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EXPLORING THE BBC MICRO:BIT INTERFACE


                  Microsoft MakeCode is a beginner-friendly block-based coding platform that allows students
                  to program the BBC Micro:bit easily. It provides a drag-and-drop interface where students can
                  snap together blocks to create programs without writing complex text-based code.


                  WHY USE MAKECODE?
                     ∑  Easy to Learn: No need to type long lines of code.

                     ∑  Interactive: Immediate feedback using a built-in simulator.

                     ∑  Fun & Engaging: Create animations, sounds, games, and projects with ease.
                     ∑  Supports Real  Hardware: Works with  physical  Micro:bit  devices as well  as an online

                      simulator.


                  STEPS FOR EXPLORING THE BBC MICRO:BIT INTERFACE
                  Step  1   How to Access MakeCode:

                  	         ∑   Open a web browser (Google Chrome recommended).

                            ∑   Go to https://makecode.microbit.org.
                            ∑   Click on New Project to start coding.















                                New Project





                  Step  2   Understanding the MakeCode Interface

                  When the MakeCode editor opens, students will see three main sections:

                  1.  Simulator (Left Side)
                         ∑  A virtual Micro:bit that lets you test programs before uploading them.

                         ∑  Click the green Play button to run your code.

                  2.  Block Palette (Middle Section)
                      Contains different coding categories:

                         ∑  Basic – LED display, text messages



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