Carnegie Mellon Robotics Camp: Building Skills for the Future and Gaining a Competitive Edge in Tech!

We are excited to bring you an update on the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Camp! The program is well underway, and our students are diving into the world of robotics with enthusiasm and creativity. Here’s a look at what they’ve been up to and the progress they’ve made so far.

Learning Through the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy (CMRA) Platform
Using the CMRA Learning Management System, students have been making significant strides in their coding and computational thinking skills. They’re learning hands-on as they bring robots to life, gradually working through more advanced challenges. The program introduces them to programming with C++ and Blockly, helping them build a strong foundation in robotics and problem-solving.

Progress Highlights 
In recent sessions, students have been exploring essential programming concepts such as:

• Sequencing: Learning the order of operations to achieve desired outcomes.
• Loops: Understanding repetition to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
• Debugging: Troubleshooting code to identify and fix issues.

Watching their progress has been a delight, as students are not only implementing new coding skills but also developing resilience and creativity in problem-solving. Each task builds on the last, allowing students to deepen their understanding as they work toward increasingly complex programming challenges. This hands-on learning experience equips them with valuable skills that will give them a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving tech industry!