1. Finch Robots

This section describes the Finch robots and how to program them.

• 1.1. Introduction to the Finch robot
  • 1.1.1. The Finch’s sensors
  • 1.1.2. The Finch’s actuators
  • 1.1.3. The Finch’s connection
  • 1.1.4. Check your understanding
  • 1.1.5. Additional resources
• 1.2. Programming Finch with Scratch
  • 1.2.1. Setting up Finch with Scratch
    • 1.2.1.1. Install Scratch Offline Editor
    • 1.2.1.2. Install BirdBrain Robot Server
    • 1.2.1.3. Start BirdBrain and Scratch
    • 1.2.1.4. How BirdBrain Robot Server works
    • 1.2.1.5. Other Resources
  • 1.2.2. Beginner Lessons
    • 1.2.2.1. Controlling the LED
    • 1.2.2.2. Controlling the Buzzer
    • 1.2.2.3. Sensing Obstacles
    • 1.2.2.4. Controlling the Wheels
• 1.3. Programming Finch with Python
  • 1.3.1. Setting up Finch with Python
    • 1.3.1.1. Install Python
    • 1.3.1.2. Download Finch Python Files
    • 1.3.1.3. Unzip the Finch Python Package
    • 1.3.1.4. Running Python Programs
    • 1.3.1.5. Getting Help with Python
    • 1.3.1.6. Other Resources