HackerBoxes offer cool and exciting stuff for exploring electronics and computer tech. HackerBox fans are electronics hobbyists, makers, hackers, and computer lovers. We're the ones with big dreams, connecting via social media to build a community full of experiences, support, and fresh ideas. We're super happy to offer HackerBox #0041 - CircuitPython! This subscription box is a blast and carefully put together to help you start with CircuitPython. We might be a bit biased, but we think this is the best HackerBox yet, especially since we partnered with HackerBoxes to provide the ItsyBitsy M4. Note: HackerBoxes need soldering and common hand - tools to assemble! You'll learn to program embedded systems and create a retro gaming platform with MakeCode Arcade. This HackerBox features our favorite Adafruit ItsyBitsy M4 Express. It's small but powerful, with a super - fast 120 MHz ATSAMD51 Cortex M4 processor. It's perfect when you need something compact with lots of power and many pins. With its 120MHz Cortex M4, floating - point support, 512KB Flash, and 192KB RAM, your code will run like a bullet train. With extra peripherals, it'll surely become your new favorite chipset. The HackerBox includes: Adafruit ItsyBitsy M4 Express, Exclusive MakeCode Arcade PCB, Exclusive Atari Punk Console PCB, 128x160 Pixel TFT Color Display, 5 CR2032 Coin Cell Batteries, 2 Electronic Component Packs, RGB 12 LED Ring Module, SG90 Micro Servo Motor, 400 Point Clear Breadboard, DuPont Jumper Wires Male - Male, Braided MicroUSB Cable, Exclusive Circuit Python Decal, Exclusive HackerBox Maker Decal, Exclusive HackerBox Iron - On Patch.
Using the HackerBox #0041 is a great way to learn about electronics and programming. First, gather your soldering tools and other common hand - tools as the box requires some assembly. Start by taking out the Adafruit ItsyBitsy M4 Express. This is the heart of your projects. You can use it to program embedded systems. Connect it to your computer using the braided MicroUSB cable. For the retro gaming part, use the Exclusive MakeCode Arcade PCB to build your own gaming platform. You'll need to install the 5 CR2032 Coin Cell Batteries where required. The Color Display 128x160 Pixel TFT can be connected to show your game or other projects. Be careful when handling the electronic components. The RGB 12 LED Ring Module and SG90 Micro Servo Motor can add some cool features to your creations. The 400 Point Clear Breadboard and DuPont Jumper Wires Male - Male are useful for making connections. When it comes to maintenance, keep the components in a dry and clean place. Avoid dropping or applying too much pressure on the delicate parts like the PCBs and the display. If you're not using the box for a while, remove the batteries to prevent leakage. Have fun exploring and creating with your HackerBox!
