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KittyCode Programming Challenge
Make an Accelerometer with Your micro:bit
An accelerometer is something that can measure how fast something is going. Program your micro:bit to measure the speed of your Blocky car.
1 - Start a new project in MakeCode
Go to "MakeCode.microbit.org" to start a new project by clicking the new project icon above. Click the purple plus box labeled "New Project" to begin.
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2- Create Your Accelerometer
Micro:bits track their speed by how fast they are being shaken in any direction. Program your micro:bit to show this number when it has been shaken. Try these blocks:
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Hooray! You Did It!
Rubberband your micro:bit to your Blocky car then roll it down a ramp and record your speed reading.
If you need help, click me to see the finished product!
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