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Created for new FTC teams to learn the basics of Java programming for robotics.

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Robot Fundamentals

Learn essential robotics concepts including sensors, motors, autonomous programming, and control systems.

Competition Ready

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Structured Learning

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Team Advancement

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Your Journey from Java to Robotics

Follow our carefully structured curriculum that takes you from programming fundamentals to building competition-ready robots.

1

Java Fundamentals

Master the building blocks of programming with hands-on Java lessons.

Basic Java Syntax
Object-Oriented Programming
Methods & Functions
Logic & Iteration
Arrays & ArrayLists
2

Getting Ready for FTC

Transition from Java to robotics programming with FTC-specific tools and concepts.

Programming Options
Environment Setup
REV Control System
Hardware Overview
3

Robot Control Basics

Learn to control robot hardware and create your first working programs.

OpModes & Gamepads
Hardware Mapping
Motor Control
Servo Control
4

Sensors & Feedback

Implement precise robot control using sensors and feedback systems.

Encoder Navigation
IMU Sensors
Distance Sensors
5

Autonomous Programming

Create sophisticated autonomous programs for competition success.

Path Planning
Road Runner
Competition Strategies
6

TeleOp & Beyond

Master driver-controlled programming and prepare for advanced concepts.

TeleOp Programs
Drive Systems
Best Practices
Next Steps

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// Robot autonomous movement example
public class AutonomousOpMode extends LinearOpMode {
@Override
public void runOpMode() {
// Initialize hardware
DcMotor leftMotor = hardwareMap.get(DcMotor.class, "left_motor");
DcMotor rightMotor = hardwareMap.get(DcMotor.class, "right_motor");
waitForStart();
// Move forward for 2 seconds
leftMotor.setPower(0.5);
rightMotor.setPower(0.5);
sleep(2000);
}
}
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$ AutonomousOpMode.java
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Autonomous Movement

Program your robot to navigate and complete tasks independently using sensors and timers.

Sensor Integration

Learn to use encoders, IMUs, and other sensors for precise robot control.

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