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    Connectivity: The micro:bit can connect wirelessly to phones, tablets or other
                         devices using Bluetooth or it can be connected to a computer through a USB port

                         to upload programmes.
                         Input/Output Pins: The gold pins at the bottom let you connect wires, speakers,

                         lights or sensors to build bigger projects.

                     HOW TO CODE THE BBC MICRO:BIT?

                     To program the micro:bit, you can use an Integrated Development Environment
                     (IDE), which is a special tool that helps you write and test your code. The most

                     popular IDE for micro:bit is Microsoft MakeCode.

                     Microsoft  MakeCode is  an online  platform  that  allows you  to  write  code  using
                     coloured blocks that fit together like puzzle pieces. It is easy to use and perfect for

                     beginners. You drag and drop the blocks to create instructions and then download
                     the code to the micro:bit.

                     STEPS TO CODE A PROJECT

                     The steps to code a project in MakeCode are as follows:

                                1     Open the web browser.

                            2     Go to Microsoft make code
                           https://makecode.microbit.org/

                             3     Click on the New Project.

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