EV3 Basic: Getting Started

Course Title: EV3 Basic: Getting Started with Nigel WARD

🚀 Course Headline: Unlock the Full Potential of Your LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 with EV3 Basic!

🧱 About This Course: Are you ready to elevate your Lego EV3 robotics game? EV3 Basic: Getting Started is your gateway to mastering a text-based programming system that opens up a whole new world of possibilities beyond the standard LEGO MINDSTORMS software. With EV3 Basic, based on Microsoft Small Basic and enhanced with an EV3 extension, you'll gain access to a multitude of functions that are not available in the regular Lego software. This course will guide you through the essentials of this powerful language used by professionals, all while keeping it as fun and accessible as building with LEGO bricks!

Why Choose EV3 Basic?

• Text-Based Programming: Write code like a pro with a text-based interface that's familiar to seasoned programmers.
• Advanced Functions: Tap into extra functions not found in the standard Lego EV3 software, enhancing your robot's capabilities.
• Easy to Learn: No prior programming experience required! Start with the basics and gradually build up your skills.

Course Breakdown:

🚀 Getting Started with EV3 Basic 🎓

• Introduction to EV3 Basic
  • What is EV3 Basic?
  • Why use EV3 Basic over the standard Lego software?
• Installation Guide 🛠️
  • Step-by-step setup process.
  • First run: Bring your EV3 brick to life!

🧮 Core Concepts and Commands 🔍

• Understanding the EV3 Basic Syntax
  • Reading and writing basic commands.
  • Structure of an EV3 Basic program.
• Controlling Your Robot 🤖
  • Motor control and sensor reading with EV3 Basic.
  • Creating loops, functions, and handling events.

📈 Advanced Programming Techniques 🔧

• Working with Lists, Arrays, and More
  • Storing and manipulating data efficiently.
• Optimizing Your Programs 🏗️
  • Tips for writing clean, efficient code.
  • Debugging common issues.

📚 Hands-On Learning with Videos, PDFs & Quizzes Each section of the course is designed to be interactive and engaging, featuring:

• Instructional Videos: Visual guidance on each topic.
• Detailed PDF Lectures: In-depth explanations and diagrams.
• Quizzes: Test your understanding and reinforce learning.

Your Learning Journey:

• Easy Installation: Get started in under an hour with a free download.
• Estimated Course Duration: Approximately 5-10 hours, but feel free to spend more time experimenting with the examples provided.
• Real-World Application: The best way to learn is by doing, so be prepared to tinker and innovate!

🎓 Join Nigel WARD on This Exciting Learning Adventure! Embark on your journey to become an EV3 Basic expert today. With this course, you'll not only understand the intricacies of text-based programming but also how to apply them to create sophisticated behaviors in your LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robots. Enroll now and let's build something amazing together!