Introduction to Physical Computing with MicroPython

Have you ever wanted to bridge the gap between code on your screen and the physical world around you? Physical computing allows you to write software that interacts with hardware, making it possible to read real-world data and control physical devices. This text-based course guides you through the fundamentals of physical computing using MicroPython. You will transition from understanding basic electrical concepts to writing efficient code that reads inputs from sensors and controls outputs, all through clear written explanations and practical code examples. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational electronics concepts, including voltage, current, and GPIO pins - Configure MicroPython on microcontrollers to interact with the physical world - Read digital and analog inputs from buttons, switches, and environmental sensors - Control physical outputs such as LEDs, buzzers, and actuators using clean Python code - Apply asynchronous programming concepts in MicroPython to handle multiple hardware events simultaneously - Design simple IoT-enabled patterns that connect physical sensors to web-based events The course begins with essential hardware terminology and basic electrical safety before moving step-by-step into writing MicroPython scripts. You will explore reading inputs, managing outputs, and structuring your code for real-time hardware interaction. This course is designed for beginners with a basic understanding of Python syntax who want to explore hardware; no prior electronics experience is required. Start reading today and bring your code to life in the physical world.