Sphero Edu is an Android application for students to study and develop in the field of programming as well as robotics. There are algorithms and techniques for managing machines through utility. Users can choose the level of difficulty from beginner to advanced.
Robots
The utility supports various models of robots, such as Sphero Bolt, Sphero Mini, and Sphero RVR. It allows you to develop skills in the field of programming. If you are interested in controlling more devices like LEGO Mindstorms, and Arduino, you should check out Tynker. Machines have various sensors to control from the app such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and color detectors.
Programming
The application provides learning visual programming. It allows students to use flowcharts and a graphical interface to create a sequence of commands. There is a possibility to choose actions, movement speed, direction, colors, and other parameters of the robots.
Students can create complex algorithms by combining different blocks of commands. It is possible to create a maze where the robot has to find a way to the exit. Visual programming helps children develop logical thinking, creativity, and other skills.
Text-based programming allows you to write code to perform various robot actions. You can create various algorithms that control movements. It allows you to implement more complex functionality than with visual commands.
Features
- there is an opportunity to teach students visual and textual programming;
- you can create commands and algorithms for robots;
- there is support for Sphero Bolt, Sphero Mini, and Sphero RVR;
- app is free to download and use;
- compatible with current Android versions.
