What software does vex use?

VEX Robotics has their own in-house developed software for both VEX IQ and VEX V5, named VEXcode. If you or your students have limited coding experience, we would recommend VEXcode IQ, or VEXcode V5 (depending on your platform).

How much does VEX Robotics cost?

VEX IQ kits start at $250, team registration is $100-$150 per year, and events cost about $75 each to compete. However, to be competitive and to create the best possible experience, teams should budget approximately $750 for the first year, not including travel.

Is vex code free?

The program will be entirely free. No software installations are required, and the program functions on all major desktops and tablets. Through VEXcode VR, teachers will have the opportunity to continue their students’ STEM education while keeping them engaged and excited about the power of robotics.

Who made VEX Robotics?

VEX Robotics is the brainchild of two men, Bob Mimlitch and Tony Norman who went to high school together in Greenville, Texas and then later worked together at a defense contractor in the same town. Bob was a mechanical engineer and Tony was an electrical engineer.

What programming language does VEX Robotics use?

VEXcode is consistent across Blocks, Python, C++ and all VEX Brands. As students progress through elementary, middle, and high school, they never have to re-learn a new coding environment. As a result, students can focus on creating with technology.

What is VEX Robotics used for?

VEX Robotics hosts the world’s largest robotics competition for students all over the world to compete against one another using a robot of their own design. In the VEX IQ Competition, classroom STEM concepts are put to the test as students learn lifelong skills in teamwork, leadership, communications, and more.

What language does vex VR use?

Python
VEXcode VR is an easy to use platform that allows you to code a virtual robot using either Block-based coding environment powered by Scratch Blocks, or a custom developed Text-based Python interface. VR is based on VEXcode, the same programming environment used for VEX 123, GO, IQ and V5 robots.