7P9 robots

• Using Dash, an iPad, and a PC, I created a basketball game to build something fun and different. I utilized the Blockly app to program Dash, adjusting the launch strength through percentage-based settings to fine-tune the distance and force of each shot. This project not only enhanced my programming skills but also demonstrated how coding parameters directly influence the robot's physical actions, making the game both educational and entertaining. 

• During this process, I learned how to program the Dash robot to launch balls with varying amounts of power. By using the Blockly app, I was able to adjust the launch strength through percentage-based settings, allowing me to fine-tune the distance and force of each shot. This experimentation helped me understand how coding parameters directly influence the robot's physical actions, enhancing both the gameplay and my programming skills. 

• The ISTE Global Collaborator standard encourages students to use digital tools to broaden their perspectives and enrich their learning by collaborating with others and working effectively in teams locally and globally . My project aligns with this standard because I created a basketball game and published it on a website accessible to anyone worldwide. By sharing my work online, I engaged in a form of global collaboration, allowing others from diverse backgrounds to view, interact with, and learn from my project .

• A significant challenge I faced during this project was learning how to make the launcher fit Dash. Initially, the parts didn't align properly, and I struggled to figure out how to adjust them. Through careful readjustment and by adding the necessary components, I was able to successfully fit the launcher onto Dash, enhancing the functionality of my basketball game. 

• Given the opportunity to redo this project, I would approach it differently. The initial experience was challenging, particularly because Dash frequently encountered issues with the program we developed. These difficulties highlighted the need for a more reliable setup and a deeper understanding of the robot's functionalities. 

• Hastings High School Career and Technical Education Program offers Agriculture, Business Management, Computer Programming, Construction Trades, Culinary Arts, Digital Multimedia, Engineering Design, Finance, Insurance, Marketing.  My project connects to the computer programming CTE program at Hastings High School.  

• My project connects to careers in programming because developers often need to make adjustments to their projects. Programming involves continuous problem-solving and refining code to meet evolving requirements or fix issues. This iterative process is essential in the field, as it ensures that software remains functional, efficient, and aligned with user needs. 

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