[Jon Stratis]

Also note that the wire color guidelines for the robots aren't arbitrary - they didn't just pick random colors for + and -. Those colors are standardized, and you'll find them like that in everything from your house (typically white/black) to your stereo (typically black/black stripe) to the innards of your computer. Yes, FIRST is focused on inspiration, but that doesn't mean we ignore education. By introducing these wire guidelines while working on the robot, you are better prepared to recognize and use them for the rest of your life, whether you're wiring some speakers, installing a new lighting fixture, or actually working as an electrical engineer.