Example Code for micro:bit-LED Brightness Control

This article provides a detailed guide on controlling LED brightness using micro:bit, featuring hardware and software preparations, wiring diagrams, and sample code, making it accessible for anyone to start programming with micro:bit and RGB LED strips.

Hardware Preparation

BOS0001 Rotation Sensor M011.00184 RGB LED Strip
MBT0039 Micro:bit BOS0040 Micro:bit BOSON Expansion Board

Software Preparation

Before using the colorful light strip, load the library in Mind+. Open the Mind+ programming platform, find the "Extension" in the lower left corner and click it, then click the WS2812 RGB light in the "display" to load the relevant commands. At this time, the display module will appear in the command area. After completing the above steps, connect the light strip to the micro:bit board to control the effect of the light strip through programming.

Wiring Diagram

Other Preparation Work

Flow Chart:

Sample Code

Mind+ Sample Program:

Makecode Sample Program:

Result

Demo Videos:

Programming

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