Setup and Using MicroPython for Beginners

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Introduction

In this tutorial our goal is to help guide you through setting up and use MicroPython, a simple, yet effective implementation of Python 3 tailored for microcontrollers (MCUs) that are not running an OS. Thanks to its more direct method of coding, MicroPython makes programming embedded systems more accessible and enjoyable than ever. We'll walk you through the entire process, from flashing the firmware to running your first lines of code.

We will also go over Python running on single-board computers (SBCs) as an alternative to running MicroPython on SBCs.

Additionally, this entire guide is featured on GitHub, as well as instructions on how to setup Linux and Qwiic systems. If you would prefer to follow along there, click the button below!