For MicroPython User

This chapter is a comprehensive guide tailored specifically for users who prefer working with MicroPython. It covers various topics, including getting started with MicroPython, working with displays, generating sounds, controlling actuators, utilizing sensors, and exploring fun projects. This chapter provides MicroPython users with the necessary knowledge and resources to effectively use this kit and unleash their creativity in building exciting projects.

Here is the complete code package for the ESP32 Starter Kit. You can click on the following link to download it:

• SunFounder ESP32 Starter Kit

Once the download is complete, unzip the file and open the relevant example code or project files in the corresponding software. This will allow you to browse and utilize all the code and resources provided by the kit.

1. Get Started

• 1.1 Introduction of MicroPython
• 1.2 Install Thonny IDE
• 1.3 Install MicroPython on the ESP32(Important)
• 1.4 Upload the Libraries (Important)
• 1.5 Quick Guide on Thonny
• 1.6 (Optional) MicroPython Basic Syntax

2. Displays

• 2.1 Hello, LED!
• 2.2 Fading LED
• 2.3 Colorful Light
• 2.4 Microchip - 74HC595
• 2.5 Number Display
• 2.6 Display Characters
• 2.7 RGB LED Strip

3. Sounds

• 3.1 Beep
• 3.2 Custom Tone

4. Actuators

• 4.1 Small Fan
• 4.2 Pumping
• 4.3 Swinging Servo

5. Sensors

• 5.1 Reading Button Value
• 5.2 Tilt It！
• 5.3 Detect the Obstacle
• 5.4 Detect the Line
• 5.5 Detect Human Movement
• 5.6 Two Kinds of Transistors
• 5.7 Feel the Light
• 5.8 Turn the Knob
• 5.9 Measure Soil Moisture
• 5.10 Temperature Sensing
• 5.11 Toggle the Joystick
• 5.12 Measuring Distance
• 5.13 Temperature - Humidity
• 5.14 IR Remote Control

6. Funny Projects

• 6.1 Fruit Piano
• 6.2 Flowing Light
• 6.3 Light Theremin
• 6.4 Reversing Aid
• 6.5 Color Gradient
• 6.6 Digital Dice
• 6.7 Guess Number
• 6.8 Plant Monitor