Nowadays, programming has developed to a lower age group, and it will be a trend for everyone thanks to the spread of simple graphical programming platforms, from micro:bit to Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Maybe you haven’t heard of them before. However, with the help of this product and tutorial, you can easily install a multi-functional programming car and experience the fun of being a maker.

This Keyestudio 4WD Mecanum Robot Car is a smart DIY car dedicated to micro:bit. The smart car kit consists of a car body with extended functions, a PCB base plate with integrated motor drive sensors, 4 decelerating DC motors, Mecanum wheels, various modules and sensors as well as acrylic boards. Therefore, you can easily assemble a cool Mecanum wheel 4WD smart car by yourself.

The version of Python running on the BBC Micro: bit is called MicroPython, which will guide you to use software Mu to write MicroPython language for Micro:bit main board to control the Mecanum car. In this process, not only can you enhance your ability to make stuffs but also learn the skills of programming.

This is a Python tutorial for 4WD Mecanum Robot Car. If you haven’t learned the basic tutorial ( Makecode tutorial.pdf), please learn it first. The basic one is programmed using graphical blocks, which is accessible for you to understand and start.