CodeBot with Python Kit

CodeBot with Python Kit

• Grades: 7+
• Number of Students: 1-2 per kit
• Number of Lessons: 10+

Highlights:

CodeBot is the first educational robot purpose-built for learning Python programming. This 'bot puts the focus on coding, with built-in sensors and programmable controls for endless projects and learning opportunities.

CodeBot Features

• Fast, easy Python coding experience.
• Step-by-step guided lessons in CodeSpace.
• Chromebook compatible.
• Powerful CPU with 2M of RAM.
• Proximity sensors for navigation.
• Surface sensors for line following.
• 3-axis Accelerometer.
• Advanced PWM motor control.
• Wheel Encoders for precise speed and rotation angle control.
• Speaker for programmable alerts, music, and voice.
• LEDs for status display of all systems.
• Now shipping CB3 model. Read about it here.

CodeBot with Python Kit

Students learn the foundations of Python programming, robotics, and computational thinking as they build challenging projects by writing code with Codebot.

Curriculum or Lesson Topics:

1. Welcome to CodeBot - visual and hands-on tour of the components of your 'bot. Learn about the CPU, sensors, and hardware capabilities you'll be writing code for. Use the CodeSpace web application to connect to CodeBot and write your first line of Python code to light up some LEDs!

2. Time and Motion - Roll up your sleeves and start coding! This project takes you step-by-step through coding projects involving sequences of motor control and LED lights. Learn how to use the CodeSpace debugger to understand what your code is really doing. Use the button-switches and Python's 'if' statement to alter the flow of your program while it's running.

3. Animatronics! - You've been hired by a major theme park to create a new animated robot exhibition. Use CodeBot's speaker to add sounds to the mix. In this project you'll learn a little more Python, and apply your creative skills to making an awesome show!

4. Fence Patrol - Learn to use CodeBot's advanced Line Sensors to detect a boundary line against a contrasting background. Starting with very simple code, this project takes you step-by-step to the creation of an autonomous fence-patrol robot that roams inside a defined boundary!

5. Line Follower - Take your mastery of the Line Sensors to the next level, and learn about Python lists as you tackle the challenge of making a competitive Line Follower.

6. Hot Pursuit - This project will get you familiar with another powerful capability of CodeBot, the Proximity Sensors. Start by writing code to rotate your 'bot to face a detected object. Next you'll gain more Python coding skill as you enhance your program to make CodeBot pursue a moving target.

7. Navigation - Can CodeBot move with precision? Only if you write the code to make it so! Learn about your 'bots Wheel Encoders and create Python functions to move exact distances and angles.

8. Obstacle Course - This project is your first robotics "object avoidance challenge" - Combine your navigation and proximity sensing knowledge as you write code to negotiate an obstacle course.

9. All Systems Go - Your robot knows a lot about itself, and your Python code can read all the System Sensors. Learn how to monitor battery voltage, system temperature, and physical orientation with the built-in Accelerometer. 

10. Multitasking - You've learned to code so many different behaviors for your 'bot. This project introduces you to BotServices, CodeBot's event-driven programming support, so your robot can do all those tasks at the same time!

... And much more! The CodeSpace project-based approach continues with interesting and meaningful challenges that incrementally advance coding skills and understanding of CS principles.

What's Included:

Each CodeBot with Python Kit includes:

1 CodeBot (batteries not included), 1 USB cable, and 1 Annual License.

Please Note: Product requires 4x AAA batteries, not included.

Special Notes and Considerations:

Please Note: This product comes in two quantities: Singles and 10-Packs. Please select your desired quantity towards the top of this page.

Please Note: This product includes an annual license by default. Please see options for license renewals here.

What happens when my 1 year license expires?

If the license is not renewed you will lose access to those lessons in the curriculum. However, you retain access to the CodeSpace development environment and of course all the code that you've written. You can still develop new Python programs and build projects with your physical device with no license needed. Additionally, Firia Labs have committed to maintaining a fully-functional free tier of the CodeBot simulation environment. If you haven't already done so, please check that out at sim.firialabs.com.