LabVIEW Core 1 and Core 2 training effectiveness

[Katchy]

I'm scheduled to take LabVIEW core 1 and core 2 training in the second week of October. I would like to get an idea on how effective this training is, and how to approach it.

I work in a test and measurement lab and we use LabVIEW to automate our testing (RF, EMI/EMC). We currently have some labVIEW programs up but no one to maintain/upgrade or design new processes and I am planning to step into this role. Is it feasible to expect to jump right in after the training?

Thank you.

[JÞB]

Core I and Core II will teach you the fundamentals of what LabVIEW does.  (And some very valuable skills)

It will not teach you how to architect a robust framework for test.  That's something you will need to learn to step into a Lead Developer role.

It will not "Give" you a source code control repository.  That's something your boss will need to provide to keep your work product safe.

It will not provide mastery of best methods and practices with a thourough knowledge of the intracacies of programming in LabVIEW for yor companies needs.  BUT, you found the forums.....come back often! You'll learn more here by accident than you might imagine!

[billko]

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@JÞB wrote:

Core I and Core II will teach you the fundamentals of what LabVIEW does.  (And some very valuable skills)

It will not teach you how to architect a robust framework for test.  That's something you will need to learn to step into a Lead Developer role.

It will not "Give" you a source code control repository.  That's something your boss will need to provide to keep your work product safe.

It will not provide mastery of best methods and practices with a thourough knowledge of the intracacies of programming in LabVIEW for yor companies needs.  BUT, you found the forums.....come back often! You'll learn more here by accident than you might imagine!

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I found Core 1 and 2 to be very nice affirmations of what I have learned here!  🙂

I would highly recommend taking this tutorial in advance, so it won't be totally alien to you when you start the training.  It's better to start out with some questions and some answers, than no questions or answers.

Post-training, I would recommend Bloomy's LabVIEW Style Book.  You don't have to get the latest, greatest edition - most of the guidance there is timeless.

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LOL it would appear that I am responding the wrong post.  I assume Jeff has advanced LabVIEW knowledge.  😉

[crossrulz]

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billko wrote:I assume Jeff has advanced LabVIEW knowledge.  😉

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I don't know.  He couldn't figure out how to do a mean of a 2D array and cost us the game at the Challenge of the Champions.  (Sorry Jeff.  I couldn't resist the poke).

Ok, back to the original topic...

Yes, Core I and II will be beneficial.  Both are mostly learning to get around LabVIEW and learn the core functions (loops, waits, math, boolean logic, error handling).  It is best to go in with at least a basic knowledge of LabVIEW and how to program in general (not necessarily in LabVIEW, just core programming understanding).  That way you know what to ask and you also start off with some common ground to move on.

We are working on getting me slated fto teach these courses in mid-October.  I should start looking over the material.

[billko]

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@crossrulz wrote:

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billko wrote:I assume Jeff has advanced LabVIEW knowledge.  😉

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I don't know.  He couldn't figure out how to do a mean of a 2D array and cost us the game at the Challenge of the Champions.  (Sorry Jeff.  I couldn't resist the poke).

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Man, i couldn't have set that one up better if I had tried.  😉

[mikeporter]

The classes can be very effective, but at the end of the day the overall effectiveness is both a function of what you bring to the class and the ability and experience of the instructor teaching your class.

If you don't mind me asking, where are you going to be taking the training?

Mike...

[JÞB]

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@crossrulz wrote:

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billko wrote:I assume Jeff has advanced LabVIEW knowledge.  😉

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I don't know.  He couldn't figure out how to do a mean of a 2D array and cost us the game at the Challenge of the Champions.  (Sorry Jeff.  I couldn't resist the poke).

Ok, back to the original topic...

Yes, Core I and II will be beneficial.  Both are mostly learning to get around LabVIEW and learn the core functions (loops, waits, math, boolean logic, error handling).  It is best to go in with at least a basic knowledge of LabVIEW and how to program in general (not necessarily in LabVIEW, just core programming understanding).  That way you know what to ask and you also start off with some common ground to move on.

We are working on getting me slated fto teach these courses in mid-October.  I should start looking over the material.

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You are right!  Damn it Tim! adding staticics to a "Write to spreadsheet file " should be a "NO BRAINER" in LabVIEW.

Vote here

[Katchy]

Thanks, mikereporter. I will be taking the training in Edina MN

[Katchy]

Thank you all for the feedback. I have started looking into some basic material.