Learn MBED-C-CPP-PYTHON with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Practical Examples
Blink an LED and read button input
Read temperature from a sensor and log via UART
Control a motor with PWM signals
Send sensor data to cloud using Wi-Fi/BLE
Run MicroPython scripts for quick prototype logic
Troubleshooting
Check correct board is selected in MBed Studio
Ensure pins match hardware configuration
Verify MBed OS libraries are up-to-date
Monitor serial console for errors
Test hardware independently to isolate issues
Testing Guide
Test each peripheral individually
Check RTOS task execution and timing
Simulate sensor input if hardware unavailable
Verify network connectivity
Perform end-to-end tests for IoT workflows
Deployment Options
Flash firmware directly from MBed Studio
Use DFU bootloader for over-the-air updates
Deploy MicroPython scripts for rapid prototyping
Use MBed Cloud for remote device management
Package firmware for mass production deployment
Tools Ecosystem
MBed Studio IDE for C/C++ development
MBed Online Compiler for browser-based coding
MBed OS libraries and drivers
MicroPython for scripting
MBed Cloud services for IoT deployment
Integrations
Cloud platforms: AWS IoT, Azure IoT, MBed Cloud
External sensors and actuators via I2C/SPI/UART
Python scripts for prototyping and testing
Serial and network communication for data logging
Integration with Git or CI/CD pipelines for firmware updates
Productivity Tips
Use MBed libraries for standard peripherals
Leverage MicroPython for rapid prototyping
Modularize code for easier maintenance
Automate flashing and testing via CLI
Document projects for reproducibility
Challenges
Debugging real-time multi-threaded tasks
Managing memory in constrained devices
Integrating multiple sensors and communication protocols
Handling asynchronous events and interrupts
Ensuring cross-platform portability across MBed boards