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Halloween Monsters with CRICKIT and Circuit Playground Express

By Adafruit Industries

This guide shows how program these crafty monsters with both Microsoft MakeCode - a block-based programming system that's easy for anyone to use, and CircuitPython, a Python-based language that is the perfect introduction to higher-level programming.

image of DigiKey to Exhibit at Maker Faire Rome 2025
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DigiKey to Exhibit at Maker Faire Rome 2025

By Kevin Walseth

Visit DigiKey at Maker Faire Rome 2025 for hands-on demos of Arduino, Adafruit, Raspberry Pi, & other cutting-edge new technologies, plus exclusive giveaways.

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Mouse Painter: Emulate Mice with MakeCode

By Adafruit Industries

This guide will show you how to code it in MakeCode, and then you can expand on your palette of available shapes to make your own masterpiece.

Discover DigiKey’s Booth at Maker Faire Rome 2024: Tech Demos and Fun Activities
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Discover DigiKey’s Booth at Maker Faire Rome 2024: Tech Demos and Fun Activities

By Travis Foss

Visit DigiKey at Maker Faire Rome from October 25-27 for exciting demos of Adafruit, Kitronik, Arduino kits, and custom games. Don’t miss out!

Open Sauce 2024 Recap Makers, Creators, and Technology Innovators!
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Open Sauce 2024 Recap: Makers, Creators, and Technology Innovators!

By Zach Hipps

Discover the innovative projects and creative minds at Open Sauce 2024. Join us as we explore the highlights and standout exhibits.

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Which CircuitPython Board is Right for You?

By Adafruit Industries

Pick a feature and find your board!

Arduino vs. Raspberry Pi What’s the Difference?
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Arduino vs. Raspberry Pi What’s the Difference?

By bekathwia

Understand the distinction between microcontrollers and single-board computers and explore their respective applications in DIY projects.

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Flapping Halloween Vampire Bat

By Adafruit Industries

Do the batty bat with CircuitPython.

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Steampunk Display Case

By Odd_Jayy (Jorvon Moss)

Create a lighted, moving gear 3D printed display case powered by an ‎Adafruit Circuit Playground Express.

Digi-Key Has a Blast at Silicon with Adam Savage 2022
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DigiKey Has a Blast at Silicon with Adam Savage 2022

By Kevin Walseth

What really amazed me about Silicon was the people and their creations. The amount of time, energy, and love put into these designs was nothing short of ‎amazing.

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Cosplay Floating LED Fireball with Motion Sensing

By Adafruit Industries

Complete your Cosplay character with this glowing magical item.

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Odysseus, Steampunk Robot Owl

By Odd_Jayy (Jorvon Moss)

Create a beautiful 3D printed steampunk Owl which is controlled by the Adafruit Circuit Playground and CRICKIT and programmed with Microsoft MakeCode.