From the course: Introduction to MicroPython and Physical Computing
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Development environments
From the course: Introduction to MicroPython and Physical Computing
Development environments
- [Instructor] The basic workflow for MicroPython development is, first download and install MicroPython on your development board. Two, use a development environment to edit and upload scripts to your board. Three, test your application. And four, repeat steps two and three until you're satisfied. The micropython.org website has firmware for most development boards, though in some cases, the board's manufacturer will have their own custom firmware. To find the version for your board, you can select the download tab from the site, and locate your board. There's a complete list of boards you can browse, or you can filter by different parameters to find your board, or one that would work for your project. The procedure for installing MicroPython can vary. When you find the download page for your development board, it should provide you with instructions. Once installed, you can run MicroPython commands interactively by connecting to the board with what's called a serial monitor, or you…
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