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- JoshuaGuitar64
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Scratcher
8 posts
Arduino Extension.
I propose an Arduino extension in the Extensions tab so users could control an Arduino Board with the Scratch language. I think this because the Arduino language is complex and not everyone can understand it. We have a microbit extension, why not Arduino?
- -InsanityPlays-
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
I propose an Arduino extension in the Extensions tab so users could control an Arduino Board with the Scratch language. I think this because the Arduino language is complex and not everyone can understand it. We have a microbit extension, why not Arduino?microbit isn't as complex as Arduino.
- Vibrato
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
That's not the point, the point is that they are both similar.I propose an Arduino extension in the Extensions tab so users could control an Arduino Board with the Scratch language. I think this because the Arduino language is complex and not everyone can understand it. We have a microbit extension, why not Arduino?microbit isn't as complex as Arduino.
OP acknowledges that arduino is complex and thus proposes it be put in the extensions tab with all of the other wacky stuff
- HTML-Fan
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
I used an Arduino Scratch mod about two years ago … it took me 2 hours to set it up and it had 1/8s lag. Now, the thing is that you need complete control over the Arduino - you should be able to control every µs. That's what Arduino is about. So it would be kinda pointless.
- JoshuaGuitar64
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Scratcher
8 posts
Arduino Extension.
I used an Arduino Scratch mod about two years ago … it took me 2 hours to set it up and it had 1/8s lag. Now, the thing is that you need complete control over the Arduino - you should be able to control every µs. That's what Arduino is about. So it would be kinda pointless.
It wouldn't, because Scratch has improved massively over the past few years, and mods are not always reliable, and are unofficial as the Scratch Team don't make them. Arduino is pretty easy to use, easier than it's main competitor Raspberry Pi.
- geometric_ghast
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
what is a arduino boardhttps://www.arduino.cc/
- HTML-Fan
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
But Scratch is locked at 30fps - if you wanna do something more precise then that, your out of luck. Even if there was no delay, it would still not be precise enough.I used an Arduino Scratch mod about two years ago … it took me 2 hours to set it up and it had 1/8s lag. Now, the thing is that you need complete control over the Arduino - you should be able to control every µs. That's what Arduino is about. So it would be kinda pointless.
It wouldn't, because Scratch has improved massively over the past few years, and mods are not always reliable, and are unofficial as the Scratch Team don't make them. Arduino is pretty easy to use, easier than it's main competitor Raspberry Pi.
- JoshuaGuitar64
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Scratcher
8 posts
Arduino Extension.
But Scratch is locked at 30fps - if you wanna do something more precise then that, your out of luck. Even if there was no delay, it would still not be precise enough.I used an Arduino Scratch mod about two years ago … it took me 2 hours to set it up and it had 1/8s lag. Now, the thing is that you need complete control over the Arduino - you should be able to control every µs. That's what Arduino is about. So it would be kinda pointless.
It wouldn't, because Scratch has improved massively over the past few years, and mods are not always reliable, and are unofficial as the Scratch Team don't make them. Arduino is pretty easy to use, easier than it's main competitor Raspberry Pi.
Scratch is designed for kids, like me. Most kids would only use this for basic functions (LED'S etc) . So it doesn't have to be so precise.
- HTML-Fan
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
Scratch is designed for kids, like me. Most kids would only use this for basic functions (LED'S etc) . So it doesn't have to be so precise.Bro, learning how to let an LED blink is a task of 10 minutes. I did it. It was christmas and we visited our grandparents. And my grandpa gave my first Arduino to me and said that I can quickly test it on his PC. I did and 15 minutes later, RGB-LEDs did what I wanted them to do. It's just soooo cooler to actually understand what's going on. If you only wanna let an LED blink, why did you buy an Arduino? Two transistors, two capacitors and a few resistors are cheaper.
- Red_Firework
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Scratcher
100+ posts
Arduino Extension.
SupportBecause it makes it easier to make and share arduino programs, and gives and alternative to mblock. You could also make incredible things like robots, printers, etc.
- scratchusername40
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Scratcher
1000+ posts
Arduino Extension.
Yes, please! Full support.
Especially a block to control pins.
Especially a block to control pins.