Students

Do you want to learn Java and/or programming for FTC? You've come to the right place! In this repository you'll find source code and other resources to help you learn.

Quizzes

Take these short quizzes to test your knowledge of each unit! After submitting, you can view your score, missed questions, and correct answers.

1. Unit 1
2. Unit 2
3. Unit 3

Downloads

Before you start programming, make sure you have downloaded Java and have either an IDE or text editor to write code. (IDEs are preferred because testing code is easier.)

Java

• Java SE (Standard Edition) Downloads
• Java Installation Guide

Common IDEs (Integrated Development Environments) for Java

• Android Studio*
• IntelliJ IDEA
• Eclipse

Common Text Editors

• Visual Studio Code
• Sublime Text

*Android Studio is widely used by FTC teams.

Learn Online

Here are some websites you can also use to learn Java or other programming languages.

• Codecademy - Has an introductory Java course for free
• Code.org - Introduction to programming fundamentals; has block programming
• edX - Tons of certificate-based online courses
• Coursera - Tons of certificate-based online courses