Its goal is for children to learn how an electronic computer is built and works.
The Micro Bit, as the new microcomputer officially unveiled by the BBC, will be distributed free of charge to UK students from October, with the aim of providing children with basic computer building and programming training. At the same time, other students around the world will also be able to acquire it as it will be sold in many more countries.
The basic components it consists of are 5 input and output ports that will allow it to connect to external devices, 2 reprogramming buttons, 25 red LEDs, a Bluetooth system for connecting to other devices such as cameras, tablets, smartphones, etc., as well as an integrated compass, accelerometer and magnetometer.
It should be noted that the BBC Micro Bit does not compete with other microcomputers such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, but rather will be a complementary device that can connect to them. Additionally, it will be able to connect with any device that allows the Internet of Things application, according to techgear.
This effort is also supported by Microsoft, Samsung, ARM and Freescale.
