Computer maker Raspberry Pi has launched a new introductory course to help young coders get to grips with the Python programming language.

Requires affordable materials like LED arcade buttons, RP2040 Zero or Raspberry Pi Pico, male-to-male USB cable, soldering equipment, and circuit Python code.

The Avocado Pi circuit board makes learning Python programming simple, fast, and fun. With the Avocado Pi and a Raspberry Pi (not included), you can learn how to program at a fast and engaging pace.

A new Pi is $35, but we found an old Raspberry Pi 2 in my desk drawer, which was up to the task. (Newer Pis have built-in Wi-Fi and faster processors, but for our simple button project we didn’t ...