BBC Micro

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The BBC Micro will be added to Code Like It’s 198x in a future update. This influential British educational computer featured:

• 6502 Assembly Programming - Advanced programming on the educational standard
• Educational Excellence - Learn from the system that taught a generation
• Advanced Graphics - Multiple display modes for diverse applications
• Professional I/O - Extensive connectivity and expansion options

The BBC Micro was chosen by the BBC for their Computer Literacy Project and became the standard in British schools, making it one of the most educationally significant computers ever created.

Why the BBC Micro Matters

The BBC Micro represented the best of British computing engineering, combining powerful hardware with excellent software and comprehensive documentation. Acorn Computers created a machine that was both educational and professional, influencing computer education worldwide.

The system’s role in British schools cannot be overstated - it introduced programming concepts to millions of students and helped establish Britain’s reputation for computing education and software development.

Educational Focus:

• 6502 assembly language programming
• Advanced BASIC programming techniques
• Educational software development
• Graphics and sound programming
• Understanding computer literacy concepts

Unique Features:

• Teletext mode for information display
• Tube interface for second processors
• Econet networking capabilities
• Exceptional build quality and expandability

Check back soon for comprehensive BBC Micro programming lessons that explore the system that educated a generation!