# MicroCode for micro:bit ## Overview [MicroCode](https://aka.ms/m9) is a icon-based (text-free), keyboard friendly editor for the micro:bit V2. It is suitable for younger learners and users with variable accessibility needs. ![Smiley Buttons MicroCode program](https://microsoft.github.io/microcode/docs/images/generated/sample_chuck_a_duck.png) - Kid-friendly, icon-based, structured [web-based](https://aka.ms/m9) code editor - Live, the code is downloaded to the micro:bit on every edit - Cursor based navigation with keyboard (switch access compatible), mouse, touch, screen reader support - Accessories (LEDs, servos, ...) supported via [Jacdac](https://aka.ms/jacdac) MicroCode is open source at https://github.com/microsoft/microcode. Warning: ## Parts Please be sure the micro:bit is a V2 (Version 2). This project doesn't work with the original / V1 board. ### BBC micro:bit v2 [BBC micro:bit v2](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4781) Meet the new **BBC micro:bit v2** - Upgraded with a powerful new processor that has tons more capability and also adds more sensing with a new speaker and microphone! The latest micro:bit will fit right into your existing lessons and materials; all the... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4781) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4781/guides) ![Angled shot of a BBC micro:bit v2. ](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/4781-04.jpg) or ### micro:bit v2 Go Bundle - Batteries and USB Cable Included [micro:bit v2 Go Bundle - Batteries and USB Cable Included](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4834) Meet the new **BBC micro:bit v2** - Upgraded with a powerful new processor that has tons more capability and also adds more sensing with a new speaker and microphone! The latest micro:bit will fit right into your existing lessons and materials; all the... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4834) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4834/guides) ![Top down view of micro:bit v2 Go Bundle, Batteries and USB Cable.](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/4834-05.jpg) - [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/microcode-for-microbit/first-program.md) ## Featured Products ### BBC micro:bit v2 [BBC micro:bit v2](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4781) Meet the new **BBC micro:bit v2** - Upgraded with a powerful new processor that has tons more capability and also adds more sensing with a new speaker and microphone! The latest micro:bit will fit right into your existing lessons and materials; all the... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4781) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4781/guides) ### micro:bit v2.2 Go Club 10-Pack [micro:bit v2.2 Go Club 10-Pack](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4833) Meet the new  **BBC micro:bit v2**  - Upgraded with a powerful new processor that has tons more capability and also adds more sensing with a new speaker and microphone! The latest micro:bit will fit right into your existing lessons and materials; all the existing... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4833) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4833/guides) ### micro:bit v2 Go Bundle - Batteries and USB Cable Included [micro:bit v2 Go Bundle - Batteries and USB Cable Included](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4834) Meet the new **BBC micro:bit v2** - Upgraded with a powerful new processor that has tons more capability and also adds more sensing with a new speaker and microphone! The latest micro:bit will fit right into your existing lessons and materials; all the... 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