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CircuitPython Starter Kit with Adafruit Itsy Bitsy M4

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Get started with CircuitPython using this all-in-one starter kit built around the Adafruit ItsyBitsy M4 Express. The ItsyBitsy M4 packs a 120 MHz ATSAMD51 Cortex M4 processor with floating point support, 512 KB flash, and 192 KB RAM into a compact, breadboard-friendly form factor — more than enough power and memory for any CircuitPython project.

The kit includes a breadboard, jumper wires, USB cable, a component bag full of sensors and LEDs, and a zipper carry case. Perfect as a workshop pack, hackerspace kit, or gift for someone getting into CircuitPython.

Key Features

  • ItsyBitsy M4 Express – 120 MHz Cortex M4 with 512 KB flash and 192 KB RAM
  • Everything You Need – Board, breadboard, wires, components, and USB cable included
  • Carry Case – Blinka-purple zipper case to keep everything organised
  • CircuitPython Ready – Drag-and-drop programming, no IDE required
Note: The ItsyBitsy M4 comes with headers but they are not pre-soldered. Light soldering is required to attach the headers before use.

Ideal For

  • Learning CircuitPython from scratch
  • Workshop and classroom kits
  • Hackerspace starter packs
  • Gifts for aspiring makers and programmers

Package Contents

  • 1× Adafruit ItsyBitsy M4 Express (headers not soldered)
  • 1× Half-size breadboard
  • 1× USB cable (6" A to Micro-B)
  • 1× Premium male/male jumper wire set
  • 1× Zipper carry case (Royal Purple)
  • 1× Blinka the CircuitPython sticker

Component Bag Includes

  • 1× Breadboard-friendly SPDT slide switch
  • 1× Diffused RGB (tri-colour) LED
  • 1× Piezo buzzer
  • 1× Photocell light sensor
  • 3× 12 mm tactile switches
  • 1× Diffused 10 mm red LED
  • 1× Diffused 10 mm green LED
  • 1× 10K trim potentiometer
  • 5× 10K resistors (5%, 1/4 W)
  • 5× 560 ohm resistors (5%, 1/4 W)

The CircuitPython Starter Kit with Adafruit Itsy Bitsy M4 appears in the following collections:

SKU AF-4028