# Learn Robotic Engineering & Programming | These Channels Will Teach You Nonstop ⭐ **URL:** \ **Category:** Tutorials & Methods\ **Tags:** learning, freebies, tips-tricks\ **Created:** [April 29, 2021, 9:10pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/learn-robotic-engineering-programming-these-channels-will-teach-you-nonstop/180920 "2021-04-29T21:10:25Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Aina](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/aina/32/167469_2.png) [@Aina](https://onehack.st/u/Aina)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2021, 9:10pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/learn-robotic-engineering-programming-these-channels-will-teach-you-nonstop/180920/1 "2021-04-29T21:10:25Z")
Hello 1Hackers! 🙋‍♂️ ![image](https://onehack.st/uploads/default/original/3X/7/8/78977cc458c1d777eb3109a86b39a5f5298b9fd7.jpeg) YouTube channels are becoming one of the **most sought-after sources of self-learning through the Internet**. Only a few years back, the website was considered as **merely an online medium for entertainment**. However today, this paradigm has greatly shifted to **YouTube’s undeniable role as an online learning platform**. For instance, 19-year-old Ellis Ware is a _Robot Wars_ contestant **who learned all of his engineering skills on YouTube**. Instead of attending any college or university, he merely **watched robot programming and engineering videos** , and actually managed to build _Pulsar_, the robot that **became an instant sensation.** #### Robot Programming Now, the difficulty of learning programming differs from person to person, however, here are **some of the most effective YouTube channels** that can help you **get started in robots programming** using Python. Note: The following list of YouTube channels is useful for those who **already have knowledge in programming, especially Python**. Otherwise, I would recommend you to first check out some YouTube channels for learning programming, in general, and **Python, in particular**. ##### [Robotics with Raspberry Pi](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQVvvaa0QuDcG4wbhhCv_XTnexvWfjlBy) Raspberry Pi is basically **a small computer** (smaller than your phone) that can be **hooked up to different components and be programmed** to do a number of wonderful things. Through this channel, you can learn to **build and program your very own robot using Raspberry Pi** with the help of comprehensive instructions. ##### [Raspberry Pi Robotics Series](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41IO4Qe5Jzw) This YouTube channel delves deeper into programming **using Python specifically for robotics**. The channel is geared towards those **who have no prior knowledge of programming** whatsoever. It revolves around the **basic theories and logic behind programming** and how you can **use it to build a robot.** The channel also discusses **how programming can be connected to actual electronic components**. By the end of the series, you might be able to **create your own automatic lawn watering system, password-enabled door** , and of course a very simple robot. #### Robotic Engineering Once you feel savvy enough in robotic programming, and want to learn the **physical side of robotics** i.e. dealing with **electronics and engineering of a working robot** , check out the following channels and playlists: ##### [Electronics Engineering Video Blog](https://www.youtube.com/user/EEVblog) EEVblog is **built for beginners, professionals, and hobbyists in robotic engineering**. Dave Jones, the owner, and host of the blog wants people to **know the beauty of tinkering with electronics** and… sometimes blowing things up. Even if you want to **casually learn about electronics engineering** , EEVblog is the best channel to subscribe to. It will introduce you to different kinds of electronics and what they are used for, **testing and debunking myths** , [hacking electronic products](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvOlSehNtuHvRvEU3VebO2JHa1I_iIAQD), etc. But **if you are new to electronics and engineering** , [Fundamentals Friday](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvOlSehNtuHtWlH0UOZNtOn-FlFCn1GYw) playlist is the thing to look for. Here you can learn about **electronics and engineering in a crash course** kind of way. You can also **learn about capacitors, circuit design, voltage** , and all that stuff. ##### [Introduction to Robotics and Electronics](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6C6E43A700A08949) Here is another playlist that **aims to introduce people to robotics and electronics**. I actually learned much of Python from this YouTube channel. The instructor, Bucky Roberts, gives a great **introduction on how robotics and electronics work for hand in hand** , and how you can get started. The core topics of the course are **about testing voltages, building a circuit, resistors, batteries, and other technical terms** that you will need in building a robot. ##### [Botyard](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzeoNbCKu6I) If you **already know the fundamentals of electronics** and want to **just jump right into building a robot** , then Botyard’s **5-part video series** is perfect for you. Unlike the previous channels, this is series of **advanced demonstrations on how a simple R2-D2 like a robot is built**. The interesting thing about this video series is that it shows you how to **create a robot from a recycled flashlight, multiple LED, Arduino Nano, Arduino Uno, servos** , and other easy-to-find items. ##### [SparkFun Electronics](https://www.youtube.com/user/sparkfun/) Here is another **fun channel to learn how to engineer robots and program them** to do actual work. In case you haven’t **familiarized yourself with Raspberry Pi** just yet, it’s time to dust off the attic with their **[Getting Started with Raspberry Pi](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBcrWxTa5CS08SANSQzwVD7YtyyasZByE) playlist** where you will **learn how to use Raspberry Pi to build a tweeting weather station**. Next stop would be to learn **[how to work with embedded electronics](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL26115BC78BFD7C56)** (this is now the serious part because you will be **dealing with boards and circuitry** ). You will also **learn how to solder transistors and other components**. And finally, [Intro to Robotics.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3MBTT10pxk&index=11&list=PLBcrWxTa5CS2eHsNXcfdCML4syi7t34p1) This playlist is more like a **series of documentaries about Robotics** to give you a full understanding of what you are trying to build. ##### [Introduction to Robotics by Stanford](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yD3uBshJB0) Now, here’s a more **traditional and theoretical approach to learning robotics** , straight from Stanford. It is basically a **series of lectures on Robotics by Stanford university professor** and is particularly useful if you want to **build more advanced robots**. The series discusses advanced concepts like **trajectory generation, motion planning, dynamics, inverse and forward kinematics, spatial descriptions, force and position control** , and many more. Unlike any other YouTube channel, the **theoretical concepts explained in this series** can be extremely **crucial in building advance-level robots**. #### A Roundup This article probably cought your eye because you **really want to build your own robot** , and have no idea where to start. But, now you know at least where to look for **all the useful information about programming, engineering and electronics** involved in robotics. I hope that this article will **guide you to the right direction and motivate you to strive hard for your ambitions in robotics**. Go for it! ## ENJOY & HAPPY LEARNING! ❤