Week 2: Programming Challenges

Challenge 1: Flashing Hearts

Modify the program below to show a large and small heart, changing every half-second

Programming blocks are found under "Basic" menu

Challenge 2: Display string

Modify the program below to display your name instead of Hello

A 'string' is a sequence of characters, which can be either letters or numbers( vs a number)

Challenge 3: 'On Button Pushed'

Display a smile when button B is pushed

"On Button pushed" is found under Input menu

Challenge 4: Display sensor values

Modify the program below to display the acceleration in the X-direction and in the Y direction, each for 2 seconds

Challenge 5: Virtual dice: Using 'Random' Math block

Modify the program below to show a number between 1 and 6 when the MicroBit is shaken

'Random' block is found under Math tab

Challenge 5: FitBit- Variables, 'shake' sensor

Display how many times the Microbit is shaken

Create a new variable called 'step_count'

Challenge 6: Music

Explore Music menu, playing melodies and sound effects

Challenge 7: Compass Sensor

Program to show arrow if pointing north( compass heading close to 0 or 360 degrees)

Uses Logic blocks

Handout  for Week 2: