How to Use WS2812B RGB LEDs with Raspberry Pi Pico (using MicroPython)

In this tutorial, we'll get some WS2812B LEDs (also known as GlowBits™ and NeoPixels) working with a Raspberry Pi Pico. If you haven't already set up Thonny for programming your Pico, follow our guide on that first here https://core-electronics.com.au/tutorials/how-to-setup-a-raspberry-pi-pico-and-code-with-thonny.html

Here is the full guide for this video https://core-electronics.com.au/tutorials/how-to-use-ws2812b-rgb-leds-with-raspberry-pi-pico.html

To follow along you'll need:
• A Raspberry Pi Pico
• WS2812B LEDs (we recommend GlowBit™ rainbow because the version 5 LEDs work reliably with the Pico's 3.3V logic level).
• A way to connect your Pico to your LEDs. I'm using some test clips

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Core Electronics is located in the heart of Newcastle, Australia. We're powered by makers, for makers. Drop by if you are looking for:

• Raspberry Pi Pico https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE07564
• GlowBit™ rainbow https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE07501
• WS2818 RG LED Strip https://core-electronics.com.au/components/leds/addressable/ws2812-rgb-led-strips.html