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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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