micro:bit Courses and Certifications

SparkFun Electronics

Live Coding the Micro:bit with MakeCode - Introduction and Project Walkthrough

Explore the micro:bit with SparkFun educators: learn about its history, sensors, and programming environment. Follow along to create a project using MakeCode simulator and gain hands-on experience.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Arm Education

Embedded Systems on Arm: Get Started with the micro:bit

Explore embedded systems fundamentals using MicroPython and the micro:bit, covering GPIO control, sensors, ADC, PWM, and event-driven programming to build real microcontroller-based applications.

• Coursera
• 26 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Kevin McAleer

Micro-Bit Quad Robot With MakeCode

Learn to control a SMARS Quad robot using MakeCode and BBC micro:bit. Covers hardware setup, leg configuration, movement commands, and programming, with a live demo and downloadable resources.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Kevin McAleer

Micro-Bit for Robotics

Comprehensive introduction to BBC micro:bit for robotics projects, covering hardware features, programming, comparisons with other microcontrollers, and practical demonstrations using MicroPython.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nordic Semiconductor

Introduction to the Micro-bit V2

Explore the new BBC micro:bit V2's features, including microphone and speaker, and learn how it enhances educational opportunities for students worldwide using web-based editors.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SparkFun Electronics

Remote Learning with the Micro-bit - A Programming Deep Dive

Explore micro:bit programming with MakeCode, covering LEDs, inputs, outputs, and basic concepts like variables and conditionals for an engaging first-hour experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fun with Zephyr Project and BBC micro:bit

Explore Zephyr's capabilities with BBC micro:bit devices, focusing on Bluetooth functionality and creative applications. Learn from Intel expert Marcel Holtmann's insights and demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PyCon US

Introduction to MicroPython - Getting Started with BBC Micro:bit

Learn MicroPython with BBC micro:bit: program microcontrollers, use buttons, LED matrix, accelerometer, and radio to create a Battleship game. Suitable for Python beginners, no electronics experience needed.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Zephyr RTOS Juicy Features Using Simple Evaluation Boards and Robots

Explore Zephyr RTOS features using evaluation boards and robots. Learn to write code, build applications, and implement device drivers for embedded systems and robotics projects.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

EuroPython Conference

EduBlocks - Making the Transition to Python Easier

Discover EduBlocks, a drag-and-drop Python 3 tool created by 14-year-old Josh Lowe to bridge the gap between block-based programming and Python, making coding more accessible for students and teachers worldwide.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

EuroPython Conference

A Million Children and MicroPython

Discover how MicroPython and the BBC micro:bit are revolutionizing coding education for UK children. Learn about this innovative project and how the Python community can get involved.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

linux.conf.au

Teaching 9-10 Year Olds to Code

Insights and strategies for teaching coding to 9-10 year olds, covering curriculum, tools, diversity, and challenges in running a successful Code Club for primary school students.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Kevin McAleer

Microbit - Better Than You Think - Fun Projects with Machine Learning and Weather Station

Explore the Microbit's surprising capabilities through hands-on projects including machine learning models and outdoor weather stations in this practical tutorial.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Security BSides London

Pwning the Micro-Bit

Explore the Micro:Bit's origins, components, and vulnerabilities to extract user and device information through hardware exploitation techniques.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

BruCON Security Conference

Weaponizing the BBC Micro - Bit

Transforming BBC Micro:Bit into a powerful wireless attack tool for sniffing keystrokes, hijacking quadcopters, and interacting with 2.4GHz protocols. Open-source firmware enables affordable, portable RF hacking.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk