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Working with NeoPixels and a MAX7219 Display
In the previous chapter, we learned how to work with a built-in accelerometer and compass. We explored these onboard devices with MicroPython programming.
This chapter will explore how to interface NeoPixels and their compatible devices with the Micro:bit. We will also explore a MAX7219 driver-based display. We will learn how to program them and also create breathtaking projects with them. We will explore the following list of topics together:
- NeoPixel products
- The NeoPixel library
- Adding interactivity to the projects
- Interfacing a MAX7219/7221-based 7-segment 8-digit display
Let’s get started with NeoPixel and MAX 7219 display programming.
Technical requirements
For this chapter, we will need ...
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