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Re: How useful is FRCSim?

I thought it was very helpful. I started testing code a few years ago as a novice java programmer. Gearsbot was very helpful. I haven't had the kids use it but it taught me a lot. This past year they changed something. It challenged
Me too. I found you must now pre-launch Gazebo using the command line with what robot you want. I don't have the command with me. If someone doesn't chime in I'll get it Monday. You must also launch the simulation smart dashboard and drivers station.
I also have the kids watch the 6 command based videos produced by I believe Brad at wpi. I had some veteran students say this system is almost like cheating
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