by Lorraine Underwood | Publisher: Apress | Release Date: August 2018 | ISBN: 9781484239346

Learn multiple ways to connect different types of wires to the micro:bit. This video shows you how to use items found in a typical hardware store, therefore making all its methods accessible to the average person. There is no soldering involved. The methods demonstrated include using:Alligator clipsJumper wiresBanana plugsNuts and boltsRing crimp terminalsIn this video, you will cover the advantages and disadvantages of each method, as well as see code samples that demonstrate how data is transferred from different accessories to the micro:bit. The micro:bit edge connector gives you access to five pins: three input and output pins and two pins for powering other devices. This allows you to add lots of extra accessories such as buttons, lights and motors to the micro:bit. There are many edge connector breakout boards available for adding accessories to the micro:bit available commercially at an extra cost. What You'll LearnConnect wires to the micro:bit using multiple methodsCode the micro:bit to use external accessoriesWho This Video Is ForViewers of any skill and experience level. The typical viewer does not need any specific skills except being able to follow instructions and knowing how to use a computer. For ease of use you may want to use specific tools like a wire stripper and a crimper but these are not required. 

1. Connecting Wires and Accessories to the micro:bit with Clips, Plugs, Nuts, and Connectors 00:00:44
2. Introduction to the micro:bit, connecting wires
   • Connecting Wires and Accessories to the micro:bit - Introduction to the micro:bit 00:01:34
   • Connecting jumper wires to the micro:bit 00:05:03
   • Connecting wires to the micro:bit using aligator clips 00:04:25
   • Connecting wires to the micro:bit using banana plugs 00:03:43
   • Connecting wires to the micro:bit using nuts and bolts 00:04:13
   • Connecting wires to the micro:bit using ring crimp terminals 00:03:43
   • Connecting wires to the micro:bit using the edge connector breakout board 00:04:01
3. Creating Code
   • Coding a Button 00:04:00
   • Coding an LED 00:02:02
   • Coding a RGB LED 00:04:33
   • Summary 00:01:43