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MicroCode Bee Tracker

Use MicroCode and CodeCTRL to write a program for your bee counter!

micro:bit connected to both CodeCTRL and computer via a microUSB cable.

Downloading MicroCode to your micro:bit

Download MicroCode to your micro:bit to enable graphical programming!

Student opens MicroCode on CodeCTRL.

Introduction to MicroCode

Learn about the MicroCode programming language and its editor!

Student codes a when-do rule in MicroCode. When light is high, do show sun icon on micro:bit LEDs. When sunlight is low, do show a single dot on the micro:bit LEDs.

Writing When-Do Rules in MicroCode

Write your first When-Do rule in MicroCode to create a simple readout of the light sensor!

Student playing Recycle Rush on CodeCTRL.

Recycle Rush with MakeCode Arcade

Code and play a recycling game using CodeCTRL and MakeCode Arcade.

Playing MakeCode Arcade Games on CodeCTRL

Step-by-step guide on downloading and playing your favourite games on CodeCTRL!

Closeup of a Charge for micro:bit wrapped around a child's ankle wearing crocs. A blue to green gradient is overlaid behind the micro:bit which has a white boarder around it.

Step Counter with CHARGE Power Pack

Code your own step counter with MakeCode or MicroCode!