Getting Started


1. This device is not programmed over the internet. You’ll need a USB C to USB C or A to hook to your computer


2. Required software Mu: Download and install Mu (instructions)

3. Plug the device into your computer and follow these instructions and install the latest stable version of circuit python (download the UF2 file). - Device Invention Controller

When you finish this process you will probably need to unplug the cable and replug it to get the "circuitpy" to show up.

what if your drive shows up as "no name"? we need to do this

4. Try your first code by opening up Mu and following these instructions.


Make sure to save your code directly to the connected microcontroller as code.py


NO OTHER NAME WILL WORK





You will know your code worked when you see the small red built-in LED next to the USB connector flashing.



5. Serial

6. Libraries

Download the matching circuitPython libraries that bundle here


Make sure you know where they are saved on your computer and unzip them. Do not move the entire folder onto the circuitpython drive.

7. Soldering the microcontroller legs (short side of pins insert from bottom of the board)

Finished controller on a breadboard (we won't be using the battery shown)