Blockly July 2025 Update: Summit Sessions & MakeCode Accessibility

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July 2025 Update

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JULY 21, 2025 LAUNCH

Blockly Summit 2025 sessions are live


Check out the recorded talks and catch up on what you might have missed. Watch the product keynotes and dive into 40+ recorded sessions from the community covering technical topics, AI & ML, accessibility, robotics, enterprise talks and more.

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JULY 18, 2025 LAUNCH

Microsoft MakeCode for the micro:bit


Microsoft and micro:bit launched their 'MakeCode for the micro:bit' 2025 update, including major accessibility improvements like keyboard navigation for blocks. This work was developed with Blockly and catalyzed by the Accessibility Fund projects.

Keyboard Navigation Controls

For the first time, the block editor is fully navigable using only a keyboard. This groundbreaking feature makes block-based coding accessible to users with motor or mobility challenges who may have difficulty using a mouse.

The Enter key is used to select and edit items, while a special "Move mode" (activated with the M key) allows for precise block placement. Users can enable keyboard controls via the Settings menu or by simply pressing the Tab key.

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