NeoPixel Two Button Kit

A NeoPixel strip and two buttons on a Pico, used for hackathons and events like a Halloween costume contest.

Kit photo coming soon

 

Key Features

  • Lab: General Kits for Learning MicroPython
  • Lab: Rotary NeoPixel
  • Lab: MicroBit
  • Lab: MicroPython Projects
  • Lab: Sourcing Parts

Key Benefits

  • Free, open lessons. The Learning MicroPython textbook has the kit page, wiring, and MicroPython code.
  • Ready-made curriculum. 5 additional lab pages walk students through the build step by step.
  • Classroom friendly. Built on a solderless breadboard or no-solder connectors.
  • Budget. About $10.

Parts

Part (price)Role
Raspberry Pi Pico ($4)Microcontroller
Momentary Push ButtonsInput button / switch
WS2812B NeoPixelsLEDs
830-Point Breadboard ($1.10)Breadboard
Micro-USB Data Cable ($2.50)Power and programming cable

Microcontroller listed first. Prices shown only where known; see the source book for quantities, wiring, and current prices.

About this kit: From the Learning MicroPython collection.
Source: Learning MicroPython