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PictoBlox 10.0 adds support for Arduino UNO R4 and Alvik robot

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Key Takeaway

STEMpedia's PictoBlox platform now supports Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, UNO R4 Minima, and the Alvik robot for block-based and Python coding.

Summary

STEMpedia and Arduino have announced a collaboration to bring PictoBlox 10.0 compatibility to several hardware platforms. The update enables block-based and Python programming for the Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, UNO R4 Minima, and the Alvik robot. The platform aims to simplify learning AI, machine learning, and IoT by removing syntax barriers for beginners.

PictoBlox 10.0 capabilities

  • Supports block-based visual programming and Python.
  • Compatible with Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, UNO R4 Minima, and Alvik robot.
  • Enables experimentation with AI, machine learning, tinyML, and IoT.
  • Allows control of sensors (e.g., IR sensors) and actuators (e.g., LEDs, servo motors).
  • Supports wireless project control via the Dabble Bluetooth app.

Why it matters

This integration lowers the entry barrier for students and educators to work with modern Arduino hardware using visual programming tools.

Original reference: blog.arduino.cc →