Planning to learn Java

[DetectiveWind]

Hi.

I am planning to learn Java programming with netbeans. Any tips or tutorials from which I can start?

[gixxy]

Java is a great language I hope you are successful in learning it. Here are some resources and do not be afraid to message me with questions.

ONLINE JAVA RESOURCES:
Java Beginner:
http://www.javabeginner.com/

Oracle Java Tutorials:
http://download.oracle.com/javase/tutorial/java/

TheNewBoston Video Tutorials:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl-zz...2CE09D83EE3E28

Introduction to Programming Using Java, Sixth Edition:
http://math.hws.edu/javanotes/

Java video tutorials from another FIRST robotics person
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNbeX...=plpp_play_all

BOOKS:
Java for Dummies
Head First Java

[sebflippers]

I agree. Java for Dummies is a great book. It is the book I learned from. Just make sure to get the newest edition, because there's lots out there.

[ProgrammerMatt]

Glad to have you onboard, i suggest you dont use the command base as its limited.

[krieck]

Originally Posted by ProgrammerMatt

Glad to have you onboard, i suggest you dont use the command base as its limited.

I'm curious, why do you think the command based robot is limited?

I recommend using the new command pattern, since it should reduce the complexity of the resulting robot code.