SparkFun controller:bit - micro:bit Carrier Board (Qwiic)

The SparkFun gamer:bit is a fun-filled "carrier" board for the micro:bit that when combined with the micro:bit provides you with a fully functional game system. Designed in a similar form factor to the classic Nintendo NES controller the gamer:bit is equipped with a four-direction "D-pad" on the left side of the board and two action buttons on the right side of the board. The two push buttons on the micro:bit in the center function as start and select.The gamer:bit connects to the micro:bit via an edge connector in the center of the board making setup easy. This creates a handy way to swap out micro:bits for programming while still providing reliable connections to all of the different pins on the micro:bit. We have also included several poke home connectors on the back of the board that correspond to each button on the gamer:bit allowing you to use external parts to control your game!The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that lets you get creative with digital technology. Between the micro:bit and our shield-like bit boards you can do almost anything while coding customizing and controlling your micro:bit from almost anywhere! You can use your micro:bit for all sorts of unique creations from robots to musical instruments and more. At half the size of a credit card this versatile board has vast potential!Note: The SparkFun gamer:bit does NOT include a micro:bit board. The micro:bit will need to be purchased separately. Get started with the gamer:bit Guide Features:Edge connector for ease of use with the micro:bitFull direction “D-pad”Two action buttonsNES controller stylePoke home connectors for external inputs (i.e. arcade joystick and buttons)Documents:SchematicEagle FilesExperiment Guidemicro:bit Getting Started Guidemicro:bit Getting Started VideosAbout micro:bit Pagemicro:bit AppsGitHub