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OpModes

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OpModes

As mentioned, there are two types of programs we need to develop: TeleOp and Autonomous. Let's go quickly over the differences before we jump into the code.

What is a TeleOp?

TeleOp is known as the driver control period of the match, which follows the autonomous section (we'll talk about autonomous later). The TeleOp section lasts for 2 minutes and 30 seconds and this is where a team can score as many points as possible, based on what the game objective is in a particular season.

What is an Auton?

Auton is short for Autonomous. The autonomous portion of an FTC match is thirty seconds. Your robot will have to move on its own to complete the objective. Essentially what it is, is the robot moving by itself with code.

How are they different?

TeleOp has one to two drivers, controlling the robot with gamepads/controllers. This goes on for the majority of the match. But before that portion is the autonomous period, fully done by the robot.

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As we get into the code, you will see the similarities and differences between these two types.