FAQ and Getting Started with Programming

VS Code has some built in examples and templates to get you started. We have uploaded some of the Timed Robot examples and Command Robot examples to our Github page and compiled a list of other teams' code. The FRC community is very good about helping each other.

A few questions when helping new teams with code:

1. Are you using a Timed Robot or Command Based code setup? We use command based, but many teams starting out find it easier to use Timed because almost all of the coding is done in one file (Robot.java)
2. What drivetrain are you using (mechanically)? I would guess Differential Drive for most teams, especially younger ones.
3. What drive mode are you wanting to use? (tank vs arcade) Personal preference, but we recommend Arcade
4. Have you thought about what physical game controllers (xBox, Flight joystick, etc) you have or want to use? Again, personal preference.
5. Do you have your code posted on Github? Highly recommended. This will allow our team or other folks to view your code and offer assistance from afar. See the Github tutorial for help getting started.