Blocks Programming Tutorial

Introduction

This tutorial will take you step-by-step through the process of configuring, programming, and operating your Control System. This tutorial uses the Blocks Programming Tool to help you get started quickly.

The Blocks Programming Tool is a visual design tool that lets programmers use a web browser to create, edit and save their op modes.

FIRST recommends getting starting with Blocks, even if you are an experienced programmer. Using Blocks is the easiest and fastest way to get acquainted with the Control System!

Note

Blocks indicates that the content is specific to Blocks Programming

• Introduction Blocks
  • Control System Introduction
  • Required Materials
  • Using Your Android Device
• Configuring Your Hardware Blocks
  • Configuring your Android Devices
  • Connecting Devices To a Control or Expansion Hub
  • Configuring Your Hardware
• Connecting to the Program & Manage Server Blocks
  • Installing a Javascript Enabled Browser
  • Connecting a Laptop to the Program & Manage Network
• Writing an Op Mode Blocks
  • Creating Op Modes Blocks
  • Running Your OpMode (All Languages)
  • Running Your Op Mode Instructions
  • Managing OpModes in Blocks Blocks
  • Controlling a Servo Blocks
  • Using Sensors Blocks
• Reference Documents Blocks
  • Blocks Reference Materials Blocks