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First, Coding with micro:bit introduces you to the hardware and software features of the BBC micro:bit, including the built-in microphone, speaker, and touch sensor added in micro:bit version 2. You'll learn new skills such as how to code your micro:bit to play music, send messages, display pictures, and detect light. * Getting started: This section gives you a tour of the micro:bit and gets you started with coding your first program. * Basics: Here, you'll learn to display images and text on the micro:bit's LED grid. * Inputs: This section shows you how to work with the input systems on the micro:bit, like the buttons, the accelerometer, and the light sensor. Once you've mastered these skills, the book guides you through 10 exciting projects, including a temperature sensor, simple interactive games, and even an alarm system! 1.