[JohnDoe87]

I applied for a placement where I will be working in the field of roboticsand they said software development experience is preferable.

How can I get some practice of software development in the context of robotics id that makes sense. Is c++ a good start?

Thanks

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C++ is a good start.  I found this job listing for a Robotics Engineer:

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Design and develop remote control GUI for next generation of robot

Conduct usability analysis

Develop and Improve Robotic algorithms

Develop Digital Signal Processing algorithms 

 

Education and/or Experience:

The ideal candidate must have a high degree of independence, strong software skills, and excellent diagnostic skills. A candidate for this position must have excellent math skills and experience in robotics.

BS or MS in computer science with relevant experience in robotics

4+ years experience in writing C and C++ applications

Experience with at least one design with localization algorithms and Path Planning algorithms

2+ Experience in structured software development process

2+ years experience in developing real time systems, or gaming software

2+ years experience with hardware and software issues

Experience in Swarm theory is desirable

Experience with optics is desirable

Other Requirements:

Excellent communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills.

Excellent software coding and debug skills

Able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.

Self motivated, detail-oriented and organized.

Familiarity with boundary following algorithms and obstacle avoidance

Familiarity with PID controls

[RKinner]

C++ is a good start.  I found this job listing for a Robotics Engineer:

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Design and develop remote control GUI for next generation of robot

Conduct usability analysis

Develop and Improve Robotic algorithms

Develop Digital Signal Processing algorithms 

 

Education and/or Experience:

The ideal candidate must have a high degree of independence, strong software skills, and excellent diagnostic skills. A candidate for this position must have excellent math skills and experience in robotics.

BS or MS in computer science with relevant experience in robotics

4+ years experience in writing C and C++ applications

Experience with at least one design with localization algorithms and Path Planning algorithms

2+ Experience in structured software development process

2+ years experience in developing real time systems, or gaming software

2+ years experience with hardware and software issues

Experience in Swarm theory is desirable

Experience with optics is desirable

Other Requirements:

Excellent communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills.

Excellent software coding and debug skills

Able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.

Self motivated, detail-oriented and organized.

Familiarity with boundary following algorithms and obstacle avoidance

Familiarity with PID controls