Sprouting Fresh Ideas with Hydroponics and Micro:bits

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In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to integrate computer science into elementary and middle school classrooms through the HydroBitBucket project—a microchip-controlled hydroponic system. Using a micro:bit and MakeCode, participants will program the system to collect real-time sensor data and control its light and water functions. This project connects computing to real-world applications, offering students an engaging way to explore both computer science and plant biology. The session also includes discussions on sustainability, ethics, and the environmental impact of...