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What is CircuitPython?
CircuitPython is a programming language designed to simplify experimenting and learning to program on low-cost
microcontroller boards. It makes getting started easier than ever with no upfront desktop downloads needed. Once
you get your board set up, open any text editor, and get started editing code. It's that simple.
CircuitPython is based on Python
Python is the fastest growing programming language. It's taught in schools and universities. It's a high-level
programming language which means it's designed to be easier to read, write and maintain. It supports modules and
packages which means it's easy to reuse your code for other projects. It has a built in interpreter which means there
are no extra steps, like compiling , to get your code to work. And of course, Python is Open Source Software which
means it's free for anyone to use, modify or improve upon.
CircuitPython adds hardware support to all of these amazing features. If you already have Python knowledge, you can
easily apply that to using CircuitPython. If you have no previous experience, it's really simple to get started!
Why would I use CircuitPython?
CircuitPython is designed to run on microcontroller boards. A microcontroller board is a board with a microcontroller
chip that's essentially an itty-bitty all-in-one computer. The board you're holding is a microcontroller board!
CircuitPython is easy to use because all you need is that little board, a USB cable, and a computer with a USB
connection. But that's only the beginning.
Other reasons to use CircuitPython include:
You want to get up and running quickly. Create a file, edit your code, save the file, and it runs immediately.
There is no compiling, no downloading and no uploading needed.
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