{"product_id":"kit-microbit-digital-pet-tamagotchi","title":"Micro:bit Digital Pet Tamagotchi Kit with BBC Micro:bit","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMicro:bit Digital Pet Tamagotchi Kit: Code Your Own Pocket Pal with BBC Micro:bit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coding Game Logic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemember the Tamagotchi craze? Now you can build your own digital pet that lives inside the BBC Micro:bit’s LED matrix. Feed it when it’s hungry, play when it’s bored, and write code that keeps it happy and alive. This kit turns a simple microcontroller into a virtual companion, teaching real programming skills without any soldering or complex wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll create a fully interactive digital pet on the Micro:bit’s 5×5 LED display. Using the buttons as controls, you can feed, play with, and monitor your pet’s health. A smile appears when it’s joyful, a frown when it’s neglected — all coded by you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse variables to store pet stats like hunger and happiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate loops that continuously check for button presses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrite conditionals to change the pet’s mood based on its stats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUpload code to the Micro:bit and test your game on hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBBC Micro:bit v2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroUSB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA Battery Holder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA Batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for CBSE students in Classes 4–6 starting their coding journey, ATL Tinkering Labs, after-school coding clubs, and any young maker in India who wants to learn programming through a fun, tangible project. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a love for games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We’ve spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to open your AI companion. It guides you line-by-line through the code and wiring. If you still need help, WhatsApp us — we reply fast, from real makers in Bengaluru.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this kit suitable for a child with no coding experience?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The AI companion uses Microsoft MakeCode’s block interface, where you drag and drop code blocks. It explains every step, so even a first-time coder can succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat software do I need to code the Micro:bit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou’ll use Microsoft MakeCode, a free web-based editor that runs in any browser on a computer (Windows, Mac, Chromebook). No downloads or installations are needed — the AI companion will walk you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I add a case or decorate my pet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile a case isn’t included, the AI companion can suggest 3D-printable files or craft ideas to personalize your digital pet. 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