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FTC + LabVIEW Quick Start Guide

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The FTC LabVIEW Quick Start Guide is designed to give FTC teams a quick overview of using LabVIEW for FTC competition. It is comprised of four 30 minute modules. The first two units make a great 1 hour introduction, the 3rd and 4th module cover more advanced topics. If you have any feedback about the content please leave a comment below.

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Modules (30 min Each)

1. Set Up

  • What is LabVIEW?
  • Getting Started with LVLM
  • Connecting to NXT
  • Schematic Editor
  • Remote Control Editor

2. LabVIEW Basics

  • LabVIEW Environment
  • Data flow programming
  • NXT Programming Concepts
  • Autonomous Template
  • Teleop Code Generation

3. Closing the Loop

  • Introduction to Closed Loop Control
  • Closed loop in autonomous mode
  • Closed loop in tele-op
  • Closed Loop tips

4. LabVIEW Tips & Tricks

  • Using LabVIEW Help
  • Troubleshooting tips
  • Using Documentation
  • Other Training Resource
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