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MakeCode

MakeCode

For users who enjoy block-coding, MakeCode allows micro:bit users to utilize hundreds of DUELink modules.

To connect DUELink modules, you need a micro:bit accessory that adds a JST connector, like the one we use for Downstream. For example, Sparkfun Qwiic micro:bit Breakout is a good option.

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This board connects the JST connector to the I2C bus, which is one of the supported Interfaces.

Lets get started! Create a MakeCode project like you always did on makecode.microbit.org.

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This example blinks the status LED 50 times on any downstream module

function SendCommand(str: string) {
  pins.i2cWriteBuffer(0x1a, Buffer.fromUTF8(str), false);
}
SendCommand("statled(200,200,50)");

In blocks, the code above looks like this:

MakeCode Send Commands

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A DUELink extension will be provided in the future to make the use of MakeCode easier.