Chapter 5. EV3 programming

In this chapter, we’ll cover programming with the EV3 Software. I think you’ll find that the EV3 Software allows you to program your robots in an easy and intuitive way. It also gives you the tools to document your projects with comments, pictures, and videos.

The official EV3 User Guide, which gives you a basic understanding of the EV3 Brick interface and software, is provided in digital format (PDF) with the EV3 Software. Since I think it is very useful to have a printed manual and to make sure we’re all starting in the same place, in this chapter I’ll give you an overview of the EV3 Software’s essential features.

I’ll also show you how to move easily from the limited programming with the Brick Program App to proper, ...

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