Learn MICROPYTHON with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 21, 2025
Practical Examples
Blinking LEDs and buttons
Temperature, humidity, and environmental monitoring
Controlling motors and servos
Basic IoT data logging and Wi-Fi reporting
Robotics or small automation systems
Troubleshooting
Check firmware compatibility with your board
Verify correct pin configuration
Ensure libraries match MicroPython version
Use REPL for step-by-step debugging
Reset board if scripts fail to run
Testing Guide
Test hardware modules individually
Use REPL to monitor sensor and actuator responses
Validate scripts before deployment
Simulate communication scenarios
Ensure main.py executes correctly on boot
Deployment Options
Standalone embedded applications
Battery-powered IoT prototypes
Robotics and automation projects
Networked data collection systems
Educational and maker kits
Tools Ecosystem
Thonny, uPyCraft, VS Code for development
ampy, rshell, or WebREPL for file management
Official MicroPython libraries and modules
REPL for interactive testing
Community sample scripts and tutorials
Integrations
Sensors (temperature, light, humidity, motion)
Displays (OLED, LCD, TFT)
Motors, servos, and actuators
Wi-Fi and Ethernet modules
MQTT, HTTP, and WebSocket networking
Productivity Tips
Keep scripts modular
Test hardware modules individually
Use REPL for iterative development
Document hardware and code
Update libraries and firmware regularly
Challenges
Managing limited RAM and storage
Debugging hardware interactions
Ensuring reliable network connectivity
Porting code across different boards
Optimizing scripts for low-power devices