Best Starter Course: Robotics & ROS Introduction [2023]
What you'll learn
- Evolution of Robots (PR2, Turtlebot, Shakey)
- Anatomy & Components of Robots (Motors, Sensors, LiDAR, 3D Cameras)
- ROS - Robot Operating System Introduction (Nodes, Topics, Commands)
- ROS Navigation Stack Introduction (Cost Map, Sensors, Transforms)
- Online Robotics Courses & Programs
- ROS Tools Introduction (Gazebo, RQT, RVIZ)
- Open Source Robotic Projects
Requirements
- No specific requirements or prerequisites
Description
This course aims to provide you with a simplified overview of Robotics Systems, ROS, and corresponding system components using simplified explanations of all components, clear diagrams, and use cases.
We will be covering the following topics in this course:
What is a robot?
Evolution of Robots (Shakey, PR2, Turtlebot)
Anatomy & Components of Robots (Motors, Sensors, LiDAR, 3D Cameras)
ROS - Robot Operating System Introduction
ROS Navigation Stack (Cost Maps, Transforms, Sensors, Mapping)
ROS Tools (Gazebo, RQT, RVIZ)
Where do I start?
Free Online Robotics Courses & Programs
How do I build a robot from scratch? (Open Source Projects)
Summary
This is the first version of this course and it will be updated as we continue to witness the evolution of Robotic Systems. My goal is to ensure people from all over the world are able to learn the fundamentals of robotic systems and apply the same in their journey.
You will benefit from this course if:
You have a genuine interest in improving your understanding of Robotic Systems
You want to learn and master robotic concepts (ROS) and corresponding systems
You want to learn how companies across the world are deploying these robots
You are preparing for an upcoming interview as a robotics systems engineer
You are building a new startup and need to solidify your robotics concepts
You are building a new robotics system from scratch at your workplace and you are looking for guidance
Hope you will enjoy this course!
Who this course is for:
- Those looking to learn the foundations of Robotics System & ROS
Instructor
![Prathamesh Khedekar](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 64 64"%3E%3C/svg%3E){kind=avatar}
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My name is Prathamesh and I’m a technologist & educator with a rich background in software systems, robotics, computer networks & AI. I received my Master’s in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor's in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Mumbai.
I have designed technology solutions for both government and private organizations during my time at Motorola Solutions & Silicon Valley Startup, Cobalt Robotics. Some of my clients include governments of the US & UK, Dutch Telecom Giant KPN, Slack, General Motors, and the largest e-commerce company in the world.
My vision is to leverage my 8+ years of corporate and startup experience in the systems engineering domain to foster innovation and create better tools and frameworks to help future technologists to become all-rounded engineers. And, by bringing real-life experience into academia, I hope to spark more fires in the hearts of young tech enthusiasts and empower them to solve emerging social challenges through the power of technology.