<P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B> <I>I, Robot Programmer</I> </B> is the only robotics programming tutorial that teaches the basics of robotics programming in <I>any</I> language, shows how to apply those concepts with the hugely popular LEGO Mindstorms NXT-G language, and then walks you through a pair of start-to-finish robot projects – covering both programming <I>and</I> construction. Absolutely no robotics or programming experience is necessary. What’s more, even if you someday choose a different robot programming language, you won’t be a beginner anymore: you’ll be able to use all the concepts you learn here. Coverage includes:</P> <UL> <LI>Building a robotic armored car with dual-firing cannons</LI> <LI>Building an Army HEMTT (Heavy Expanded Mobility) roboto</LI> <LI>Writing programs that make your robots speak and display visuals</LI> <LI>Making your robots move – and making them decide</LI> <LI>Using repetition, reusable functions, and data blocks</LI> <LI>Extending your robot’s capabilities via sensors</LI> <LI>Giving your robot “purpose”</LI> <LI>Debugging your NXT-G programs so they work exactly as intended</LI> </UL> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> Chapter exercises and sample projects reinforce what you’ve learned, helping you test your skills and improvise additional capabilities – and also making this book an exceptionally valuable classroom and laboratory resource.</P>