Resources
Presentations and materials from 7028 to help you learn robotics concepts.
The Case for FTC
2025 Jumpstart- Description
- Why and how to start a FIRST Tech Challenge program from the ground up.
- Presented by
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Zack Osowski
FRC Program Director/Head Coach • FTC 9-12 Coach -
Tate L.
Veteran FRC Captain • Rookie FTC student -
Merek H.
2nd-year FTC • 2nd-year FRC student -
Ryan B.
2nd-year FTC • 2nd-year FRC student
Taking Motor Control To The Next Level
2025 Jumpstart- Description
- Discover how to optimize your robot's movement and accuracy using PID, FeedForward, and motion profiling.
- Presented by
- Andy Gasser
Team 7028 Mentor • Control Systems Advisor (CSA) • STMA Robotics board member • FTC Mentor
Unraveling Robot Mysteries with Logging and Dashboards
2025 Jumpstart- Description
- Learn how to use powerful tools to gain insights into your robot's inner workings. Explore DataLogger, AdvantageScope, and dashboards to help optimize your robot and solve issues.
- Presented by
- Andy Gasser
Team 7028 Mentor • Control Systems Advisor (CSA) • STMA Robotics board member • FTC Mentor
The Secrets to Getting Sponsors
2025 Jumpstart- Description
- Speaking to sponsors is one of the most terrifying things when it comes to outreach in FIRST Robotics, but in this session you'll learn how to approach business owners and make your conversations effortless.
- Presented by
- Jeremy Bozquez
Team 7028 Mentor • Event Photographer • Marketing Robots
How to Effectively Market Your Robotics Team
2025 Jumpstart- Description
- Learn the fundamentals of marketing and how you can begin to set the groundwork for a powerful and effective marketing strategy to help your team get more sponsors, more recruitment, and ultimately more growth for your program.
- Presented by
- Jeremy Bozquez
Team 7028 Mentor • Event Photographer • Marketing Robots