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Originally Posted by Dave_4539
We would like to stay with C++ but we don't have a C++ mentor anymore, and we had heard that LabView was easier, and we might be able to get by on our own.
I am a sophomore, and barely have experience with C++, we also have a freshman who has some experience with it, but all of our seniors who did it in the past have left, and our programming mentor can no longer help us.
We really don't know what to do...
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It can be hard to do any programming (this applies to C++ or LabView) without experience... either an experienced mentor or an experienced student. I agree with the nighterfighter that you should not ignore the student experience and the existing source code from past years as good resources.
The best case scenario would be to find a mentor that can share some insight in C++ since that is where your current experience lies. Maybe inquire to some of the parents, if they do not have programming experience maybe a co-worker or somewhat more extended family member could help out. Or ask your sponsors if they might be able to help to find a programming mentor. Or maybe a local team that can share some insight too. You might be surprised that there are people out there waiting to be asked.
I am the programming mentor for our team and we do C++. Unfortunately we are not particularly local (we are in CT) but I would be happy to look at any code you are having trouble with and provide insight and direction if that will help. Feel free to pm me if I can help.
The bottom line is that you will have to make choices that work best for your individual team situation but don't forget to ask because the answer might be around the corner.
Good Luck!