Step-by-Step Coding Tutorial

Let’s get ready to code your Wind Turbine project. To follow the coding tutorial on Makecode, click the ‘Start Coding’ button below. You will be redirected to a new browser window to follow the tutorial.

Open Coding

If you’d like to try coding your Wind Turbine without following a tutorial, you can code openly in the traditional Makecode workspace by clicking the link below.

Open Makecode

Here’s a brief description to help you on your open coding journey:

Objective: Code the dial component to turn the wind turbine in the same direction as the dial is being turned. Use the dial’s ‘button’ function to stop the wind turbine.

Hint: You’ll need to use the ‘Show Number’ code block. That block will need to hold a particular value.