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2. Create a List of Steps Using the Comment Blocks
What Are Comments?
Comments are usually added to projects to explain what a programmer wanted parts of the
project to do. So they are helpful when collaborating and troubleshooting.
In this case, we are going to use them to help us make a general list of the steps the robot
needs to do to complete its task.
What is the First Thing the Robot is Going To Do?
In the project, use the comment blocks to create a basic sequence in your group. The
Recorder or Programmer should list the first 10 steps in VEXcode IQ Blocks, with a comment
block for each step. See the example here.
The text in the block does not have to be as specific as the blocks themselves, as this is just
a guide to follow when you begin to create the actual coding sequence.
3. Create the Coding Sequence
Now, it’s time to translate those steps into a block sequence.
Your robot should begin the path facing forward, so drag and drop the drive for block
and set the parameters to match the first step in your path.
Look for the next step, and drop the turn for block and set the parameters to match the
next step in your path.
When you get into a room, add an indicator block (like set Touch LED color or play