Movement with the Thumbstick Phidget

Use your Thumbstick Phidget to control a sprite!

Setup

Thumbstick Phidget

USB cable

Phidget cable

Connect

Connect the Thumbstick Phidget to your VINT Hub, and your VINT Hub to your computer.

Practice

  1. Modify how quickly your sprite moves.
  2. Use the buttons from your Getting Started Kit to add a burst of speed.
  3. Make your sprite face the direction that it's swimming (left or right). Hint: try adding a new costume.

What are Phidgets?

Phidgets are programmable USB sensors. Simply plug in your sensor, write code in your favorite language and go!

Phidgets have been used by STEM professionals for over 20 years and are now available to students.

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