SparkFun Inventor's Kit for MicroPython

SKU: KIT-29326 Brand: Sparkfun

This comprehensive MicroPython starter kit helps you program, interact with hardware, and bring your inventions to life - no soldering required.

$187.43 AUD, inc GST

$170.39 AUD, exc GST

Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between Jul 03 and Jul 09

The SparkFun Inventor's Kit for MicroPython is a comprehensive educational platform designed to introduce makers to embedded electronics and programming. Centred around the powerful Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller, this all-in-one kit guides users through 16 interconnected circuits and five major projects, seamlessly bridging the gap between software code and physical hardware.

Traditional electronics learning often requires juggling physical textbooks, clunky development environments, and complex syntax, which can quickly overwhelm beginners. This kit solves that friction by utilising MicroPython—a highly readable, beginner-friendly language—and a seamless, browser-based JupyterLite learning environment. You can write your code, view step-by-step instructions, and see real-time hardware responses all in one window, completely eliminating frustrating software setups and driver installations.

Key Features

Start coding instantly without software installation thanks to the browser-based JupyterLite interactive learning platform.
Focus on concepts rather than complex syntax by utilising MicroPython, bringing the readability and simplicity of standard Python 3 to embedded hardware.
Prototype safely and easily without a soldering iron using the included plug-and-play components, jumper wires, and solderless breadboard.
Build a fully autonomous, obstacle-avoiding robot as your capstone project, applying everything you’ve learned about motor drivers, ultrasonic sensors, and logic.
Scale your projects effortlessly into the IoT domain using the SparkFun IoT RedBoard’s built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, powered by the robust Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller.
Expand your hardware possibilities without wiring errors through the board's native Qwiic connector, granting access to an expansive ecosystem of daisy-chainable I2C sensors and displays.

Technical Specifications

Property	Specification
Microcontroller	Raspberry Pi RP2350 (SparkFun IoT RedBoard)
Programming Language	MicroPython (Python 3 compatible)
Learning Environment	Browser-based JupyterLite (sik.sparkfun.com)
Curriculum	5 Major Projects, 16 Interconnected Circuits
Wireless Connectivity	Built-in WiFi & Bluetooth
Expansion Interface	SparkFun Qwiic (1mm, 4-pin polarised I2C connector)
Included Sensors	Ultrasonic Distance Sensor, TMP36 Temp Sensor, Photocell
Included Actuators & Displays	Hobby Gearmotors (x2), Small Servo, Mini Speaker, Qwiic OLED (33mm / 1.3in, 128x64)
Power & Cabling	1m Flexible Silicone USB-C to USB-C Cable, AA Battery Holder (Batteries not included)

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