#Microsoft MakeCode

[specialkindofidiot]

my beloved

[supersonicanimates]

game. play it or don't idk

you need a mouse (not a trackpad) to play it properly.

i'd reccomend selecting the controls option the first time and then the cutscene the second playthrough

[cbbred]

So, Microsoft has been doing something...

Have to say, only because I just spent the last 2 hours playing around on this. Make your own gameboy game? YES and music? YES do I know anything about making either NO. When I say they have pictures to help I mean, they do animals and click-sound for reference.

Color me incredibly intrigued. I'll finish a game... okay maybe intro, lets be real, and see how it goes. Love this so much.

Microsoft - MakeCode

[kairithemang0]

someone on line for the bathroom gave me a QR code for the game they made and I think it’s so cool

Would totally check it out!!! Just putting it out here. Didnt get their name but hey if you’re on tumblr you complimented my pins and I hope Brian liked your thousands of bracelets you gave him

[robloxconfessions2]

Hi it's the guest666 that got jumped by the entire lobby again. I've met more whimsy people after getting my partner into the game. So far my updates on playing is that shedletsky mains apparently really love beating up killers. I fear I also really like saw noob in a way that may be a lil less than normal and he's all I've been drawing.

the way you feel about sawnoob is how i feel about medkit phighting

ive drawn him at least 5 times this month, my rdrama pfp used to be medkit (before i decided on the hatred theme), i have a minecraft skin of him, and i plastered him all over my microsoft makecode arcade tutorial projects

[symphony-tv]

microsoft makecode arcade my arch nemesis

[draegerit]

Calliope Mini mit DHT11 & LCD-Display

In diesem Beitrag möchte ich dir zeigen, wie du an einem Calliope Mini den Sensor DHT11 ein LCD-Display per Grove Schnittstelle anschließt.

Calliope Mini mit DHT11 & LCD-Display Den Calliope Mini habe ich dir bereits im Beitrag Vorstellung des Calliope Mini vorgestellt. Hier soll es nun darum gehen, wie man an diesen Mikrocontroller einen Sensor für das Messen der Temperatur sowie relative Luftfeuchtigkeit und die entsprechende Ausgabe auf einem 16x2 LCD-Display anschließt.

Calliope Mini v1.3

Calliope Mini v1.3

Calliope Mini v1.3

Aufbau des Calliope Mini

Der Calliope Mini verfügt über diverse Anschlüsse, wie Bsp für Sensoren / Aktoren und auch einer Batterie. An den Spitzen des Mikrocontrollers findest du jeweils Anschlüsse für die Stromversorgung und auch Pins für Sensoren.

Aufbau des Calliope Mini

Benötigte Ressourcen für dieses Projekt

Wenn du dieses Projekt nachbauen möchtest, dann benötigst du: - einen Calliope Mini*, - ein Micro-USB Datenkabel*, - einen DHT11 Sensor*, - ein LCD-Display* Hinweis von mir: Die mit einem Sternchen (*) markierten Links sind Affiliate-Links. Wenn du über diese Links einkaufst, erhalte ich eine kleine Provision, die dazu beiträgt, diesen Blog zu unterstützen. Der Preis für dich bleibt dabei unverändert. Vielen Dank für deine Unterstützung! Dem Calliope Mini liegt ein kleines Datenkabel bei, jedoch ist dieses sehr kurz.

Bauteile für das kleine Projekt "DHT11 Sensor & LCD-Display am Calliope Mini"

Aufbau der Schaltung

Durch die verwendeten Grove Kabel ist der Anschluss und somit die Schaltung recht schnell erledigt, denn diese werden lediglich mit dem Sensor / dem Display und einen der beiden Ports verbunden. Die Stecker bzw. die Buchsen sind so aufgebaut, dass ein verkehrtes Einstecken nicht ohne größere Gewalt möglich ist.

Calliope Mini 1.3 mit DHT11 Sensor & LCD-Display Das LCD-Display wird per I²C angeschlossen, hier dient der Grove Sockel beim Taster "A" (siehe Grafik), den DHT11 Sensor schließen wir dann an den übrig gebliebenen Sockel beim Taster "B" an.

Pinout der Grove Schnittstellen am Calliope Mini 1.3

Programmieren

Das kleine Projekt wird in zwei Stufen programmiert. Im nachfolgenden YouTube Video zeige ich dir, wie du dieses Projekt mit dem Onlinetool MakeCode von Microsoft erstellst. https://youtu.be/QeEfKS0XgsM Schritt 1 - Ausgeben der Sensorwerte auf der LED Matrix Im ersten Schritt wollen wir die Sensorwerte auslesen und auf der LED Matrix ausgeben. Wenn der Taster A betätigt wird, wird die relative Luftfeuchtigkeit, beim Betätigen des Tasters B wird die Temperatur in Grad Celsius ausgegeben.

Hier der Code als Download: Calliope Mini - DHT11 Sensorwerte & LED MatrixHerunterladen Schritt 2 - Ausgeben der Sensorwerte auf einem LCD-Display Im oben verlinkten YouTube Video habe ich dir bereits erklärt, wie das Programm erstellt wird. Besonders zu nennen ist hier die kleine Pause von 2 Sekunden zwischen dem Schreiben der ersten und zweiten Zeile auf dem LCD-Display. Das Problem liegt hierbei beim DHT11 Sensor, welcher die Daten nicht so schnell hintereinander liefern kann.

Make Code - Programm zum Anzeigen der DHT11 Sensordaten auf einem LCD-Display Hier der Code als Download: Calliope Mini – DHT11 Sensorwerte & LCD-DisplayHerunterladen

Importieren von HEX-Dateien

Du kannst die fertigen HEX-Dateien, entweder direkt auf deinen Calliope Mini kopieren oder im Onlinetool Make Code diese Dateien importieren. Read the full article

[missscodes]

Some general rambling thoughts

I wanted to explore more boards, but then I figured it would be best to explore one board for now. There is a LOT to discover even with just one type.

Figuring this stuff out has been extremely similar to how I've taught myself coding and other things in the past: start with a tutorial or two, and start merging and playing as you figure out what piece does what. Microsoft Makecode makes this an even faster process with drag-and-drop blocks. I definitely do wonder, though, if I find Makecode fairly easy just because I've had some prior experiences with coding...

Even with easy drag-and-drop blocks, not everything will work right away. Like any of my past experiences with coding (and even problem solving), there can be feelings of curiousity, frustration, and eventually triumph once you figure it out. It's also exciting to see work when you're just trying a basic tutorial for the first time! I was very pleased when I got even the simple name badge project running or the car obstacle detector running.

Even if it's sometimes frustrating, it's well worth the struggle to try something new or to try merge pieces of things together. The end result can be quite fascinating.

There are tons of microbit tutorials out there! It could be interesting to get students to pick something they're interested in and give them some agency.

Being able to modify and play with the code can involve not only an understanding of how the code works, but also an understanding of how your devices work and/or what they measure. For example, something about time.

Even just figuring out one device takes a lot of time. As we've discussed in class, you definitely don't need to be an expert on all the technology. That being said, I still want a basic understanding of what the device can do so I know how to guide them or what to use it for.

At MTS PD day this year, I attended a session on the draft K-10 science curriculum. One of the possible learning outcomes is related to students seeing science as an everyday thing, and even lists hobbies such as coding as an example:

The pilot curriculum document (Grade 9 science):

As for current GLO's, think coding can relate to : A3. distinguish critically between science and technology in terms of their respective contexts, goals, methods, products, and values, B4. demonstrate a knowledge of and personal consideration for a range of possible science- and technology-related interests, hobbies, and careers, C2. demonstrate appropriate scientific inquiry skills when seeking answers to questions, C3. demonstrate appropriate problem-solving skills when seeking solutions to technological challenges, C7. work cooperatively and value the ideas and contributions of others while carrying out scientific and technological activities, E1. describe and appreciate the similarity and diversity of forms, functions, and patterns within the natural and constructed world (Manitoba Education, 2003)

I think a lot of the fun of coding is the making aspect, which even just relates to making in general. You have to be curious, problem solve, and ask "what if?" That RWL I did on coding definitely helped this view along.

Even with the making part being fun, I am still interested in the aspect of using these devices as tools. However, the "making" part is probably better for helping students build problem solving skills.

[buzzybee3]

Another throwback guys. Except this one isn't Sun and Moon themed.

So I really got around during COVID. I made a ton of things. Not just physical but also coding. And I was in a class at the time, and I was tasked with making a game. Not a hard one persay. But it had to be good enough to present to middle schoolers. And so, with my two-week timeframe to make a MakeCode Arcade game, that I did follow instructions for, for the most part, that is. The boss fight, which looks crappy now but it was my Roman empire when I was younger, I had made it mostly on my own so yk I was proud.

Anyway so basically I am doing summer school classes and I'm doing comp sci and well I was like 'I used to make a lot more than just circles' and well a friend helped me log into my old account and now I'm here. So now I'm posting for nostalgic purposes because if I lose it on my computer at least it will be on my account.

[crabs-in-disguise]

Not made with any love. Made with hate for the players :>. Have no fun! (heartbeat tells you when an enemy is within 5 tiles, adrenaline activates within 2 tiles making you 10x faster and giving you the ability to push enemies backwards with button a. the objective is to get the the outside to get to the next level. b button will let you eat garlic bread to return to the middle. a button while not on adrenaline will despawn you after a second saving your progress. quitting will not save your progress to prevent people quitting when about to die.)

[my-yasiuae]

تحت رعاية سمو الشيخ أحمد بن محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم، النائب الثاني لحاكم دبي رئيس مجلس دبي للإعلام، أعلنت مؤسسة دبي للمهرجانات والتجزئة عن عودة مهرجان دبي للألعاب والرياضات الرقمية، الذي يقام في الفترة من 19 أبريل حتى الخامس من مايو 2024. وترسخ دورة العام الجاري من المهرجان مكانة دبي وجهة عالمية في مجال الرياضات الرقمية، حيث من المنتظر أن تكون دورة هذا العام الأطول والأكبر والأكثر تنافسية منذ انطلاق المهرجان، بما تضمه من تجارب مشوقة ومنافسات رياضية رقمية، وأفكار متطورة في مجال الألعاب والترفيه العائلي في مختلف أنحاء المدينة. يهدف مهرجان دبي للألعاب والرياضات الرقمية في دورته الثالثة إلى التفوق على إنجازات دورة عام 2023، التي شهدت وجود أكثر من 50 لعبة على 200 جهاز و11 لعبة جديدة، وأربعة عروض هي الأولى من نوعها عالمياً، و48200 مشارك في الرياضات الرقمية، إضافة إلى حضور من 91 جنسية مختلفة. وسيتضمن مهرجان دبي للألعاب والرياضات الرقمية 2024 مجموعة أكبر من الفعاليات، بما في ذلك عودة معرض «GameExpo»، إلى جانب بطولات الرياضات الرقمية للمؤثرين، وقمة «GameExpo» المدعومة من «Pocket Gamer Connects»، حيث يمكن للمحترفين البقاء في طليعة أحدث توجهات الألعاب والتواصل مع الخبراء العالميين. تحفيز العقول الشابة للطلاب نصيب ضمن فعاليات المهرجان، إذ يمكنهم اكتساب المعرفة وتعزيز مهاراتهم الرقمية من خلال مسابقة «Microsoft MakeCode» وتحدي «Minecraft» التعليمي، كما يمكنهم الحصول على أفكار وتصورات داخلية حول صناعة الألعاب من خلال الجلسات الحوارية لخبراء الصناعة، والتي تُعقد في المدارس والجامعات بهدف إلهام الجيل المقبل من عشاق الألعاب. بطولات رمضانية يستضيف مهرجان دبي للألعاب والرياضات الرقمية 2024 مجموعة من البطولات سواء على شبكة الإنترنت أو داخل أروقة الألعاب في جميع أنحاء دبي، خلال شهر رمضان المبارك، وهو ما يعزز روح المنافسة داخل مجتمع الألعاب، إذ من المقرر أن تُقام النهائيات مباشرةً خلال فترة المهرجان. المصدر: الإمارات اليوم

[makers-muse]

Engaging Minds: Teaching Mathematics with Robotics & Coding

Are you tired of hearing kids say, “I hate math!” or “Math is boring!”? It’s time to change the narrative and make math exciting for kids. Well, there’s a way to turn math into a thrilling adventure through robotics and coding — the dynamic duo that’s revolutionizing math education! Imagine learning math while building robots, solving real-world problems, and having fun!

Why should we blend math with robotics and coding, you ask?

Teach students the concept of variables and how they can be used in algebraic expressions with Robot Movement

Use a simple robot like the “LEGO Mindstorms EV3” and a coding platform like “LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Programming” or “Scratch” to program the robot’s movement. Start by defining variables for distance, speed, and time. Have students write code to control the robot’s movement and change these variables to see how it affects the robot’s path. For instance, they can make the robot move a certain distance at different speeds and record the time it takes. Then, they can create algebraic equations to represent these relationships, such as distance = speed x time.

LEGO Mindstorms EV3

Teach students to solve linear equations through practical applications with a Maze-Solving Robot.

Use a robot that can navigate mazes, like the “Sphero” robot, and a coding platform like “Sphero EDU” or “Blockly.” Create a maze with different paths and assign variables to the lengths of each path. Have students write code to navigate the robot through the maze by solving equations. For example, if the robot needs to reach a target point and the equation is 2x + 3 = 9, the students need to program the robot to move forward 2 units, then turn and move forward 3 units to solve the equation.

Sphero Robot

Teach students how to graph linear equations and understand slope-intercept form with Drawing Robots

Use a drawing robot like the “Lil’Bot” or the “Ozobot” and a coding platform like “Ozoblockly”. Have students program the robot to draw lines on a piece of paper or a whiteboard. Start with simple linear equations in slope-intercept form, such as y = mx + b. Students can experiment with different values of m and b to see how it affects the slope and y-intercept of the line the robot draws. This hands-on activity helps students understand the concept of linear equations and their graphical representation.

Ozoblockly

Teach students about algebraic functions and how they can be programmed and visualized with Micro:bit

Use the “BBC micro:bit” and a coding platform like “MakeCode.” Students can program the micro:bit to display the output of various algebraic functions. For instance, they can write code to display a temperature conversion function (e.g., Celsius to Fahrenheit) and allow students to input values and see the corresponding output on the micro:bit’s LEDdisplay. This provides a hands-on experience of algebraic functions and their applications.

Microsoft MakeCode

SpaceX, Tesla, and Amazon are all recruiting employees with excellent mathematics and coding abilities. We are not only making math interesting by incorporating robotics and coding into the curriculum, but we are also preparing children for the future job market. Another example of this synergy is the “FIRST LEGO League,” in which children use maths, coding, and collaboration to build robots that tackle hard problems. It’s not just about finding the correct answer; it’s about the experience of discovery and the rush of achievement.

So, whether you’re a teacher or a parent, think about incorporating some digital magic into math teaching. Let’s make math into an adventure, with robots as heroes and equations as riches to be discovered with Makers’ Muse. We can fire the love for learning and inspire the mathematicians of the future if we work together.

[rafaelsol]

Criamos jogo do sapo cururu no MakeCode Arcade Microsoft - pule nas plat...

[djotaku]

Programming Projects: March 2021

Programming Projects: March 2021 #Python #MicrosoftMadkeCode #CircuitPython #QTPy #Adafruit #FastAPI

I started off the month thinking it was going to be Python heavy and ended up doing a lot more micro-controller programming. To be fair, I was mostly programming in CircuitPython, but it definitely came out of nowhere. Python Civilization VI Webhook in FastAPI Last month I created a webhook program in Flask to generate notifications when it was someone’s turn in our multiplayer Civilization…

[moawling]

hi!! im moaw!! i make pixel art and games! most of my work involves outreach for accessible education!

My website is HERE: https://www.moaw.art/

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