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ESA Astro Pi 2026/2027

The European Astro Pi Challenge lets young people write Python or block-based programs that run on Raspberry Pi computers aboard the International Space Station, combining coding with real space science.

Coding · Space · Science · EducationAges Recommended 9–16 Mission Zero and 12–19 Mission Space LabFree challenge; educator or team registration🌐 1 languages
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About ESA Astro Pi 2026/2027

The European Astro Pi Challenge lets young people write Python or block-based programs that run on Raspberry Pi computers aboard the International Space Station, combining coding with real space science.

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This resource is listed for ages Recommended 9–16 Mission Zero and 12–19 Mission Space Lab. It is available as Website, Downloadable and is listed as free challenge; educator or team registration. The listed language coverage is English; national support varies.

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Free coding challenge; eligibility and registration vary by country and team

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Learning valueStrong
Age fitGood
Evidence confidenceHigh
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