Base 2 contains 12 electronic components that will get kids 8-12 started coding in no time. Combine LEDs, a speaker, buttons, turn knob, and programmable microcontroller to create over 50 projects that use real, typed code!
PROJECTS
Using the free software for Windows, Mac, or Chromebook desktops or laptops (no tablets or phones), coders can complete the following projects:
Blink an LED
Play Tones on a Speaker
Hold Button for LED Light
LED Flashlight
Cycle LED Color with Button
Four Note Piano
Four Note Piano with LED synchronized
Button-Activated Siren
LED Fader
Automatic Siren
Random Tone Generator
and more!
SPECS & DETAILS
Coding in the C++ (see-plus-plus) coding language
Microcontroller is ATMEGA 328P, like the Arduino Uno board
Software is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10 and Mac OSX 10.9 and above, plus Chromebooks
Software requires internet connection to code
No batteries are required - the board is powered by the USB port