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THE BBC micro:bit SOFTWARE
The BBC micro:bit is programmed using a web based (internet access
required) programming environment which is found at www.microbit.org.
To save programs to access at a later date you will need to save the .hex
files you create (these files will be explained later in this booklet). To reload a
program the relevant file needs to be dragged on to the editor screen. If this
is the first time you have used your BBC micro:bit then please refer to our
getting started guide at www.kitronik.co.uk/microbit.
All of the experiments in this guide are based around the Microsoft
MakeCode and Microsoft MakeCode JavaScript editors. The Microsoft
MakeCode Block Editor is a very easy to use graphical editor. The Microsoft
MakeCode JavaScript editor is a text based programming language which
is ideal for slightly more complex programs. It is possible to convert a Block
program into JavaScript. This offers an easy way of progressing from Block
programming to JavaScript. Other editor options include the Python Editor.
Refer to www.kitronik.co.uk/microbit for tutorials based on this.