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saqlainkharal39Lab 03: Fundamentals of Python for Robotics Programming
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Nimra Khursheed 21CSE39
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Objective
This lab introduces the fundamentals of Python programming, focusing on its role in robotics. Students
will learn Python’s syntax, execution methods, and installation process, comparing it with C++ in terms
of performance and ease of use. Additionally, they will practice writing and executing Python scripts.
Theory: Fundamentals of Python for Robotics
1. Introduction to Python
Python is a general-purpose, high-level, object-oriented language known for its simplicity and
readability.
It is an interpreted language, executing code line by line, making debugging easier.
Created by Guido van Rossum, its first version was released in 1994.
2. Python vs. C++ in Robotics
C++: Faster execution, efficient resource usage, preferred for high-performance applications.
Python: Easier development, quick prototyping, and compatibility with libraries like OpenCV
and ROS.
3. Python in Robotics
Commonly used for sensor data logging, serial communication, and UI development.
Suitable for applications where computational efficiency is not the primary concern.
Python Execution Methods
Python Interpreter: Code is executed line by line in a shell.
Python Scripts: Code is saved in a .py file and executed using an interpreter.
Lab Tasks:
Introduction to Python Interpreter:
Python interpreter in the terminal
Installing Python on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS
Python is preinstalled on Ubuntu, but the following command installs Python manually
sudo apt-get install python python3
Verifying Python Installation:
Location of Python interpreter
Location of Python:
Location of Python interpreter, sources, and documentation
Print a Hello World message in a Python interpreter shell
Compiling Code:
Running Hello World in Python 3.8
Use the gedit editor
The hello_world.py script
Running Python Code:
Executing the hello_world.py script
Running the nimra khursheed(21CSE39) output executable
Another way:
There is another way to execute the Python file. Use the following command.
$ chmod a+x hello_world.py.
And after giving permission, you can simply execute the Python code using the following command.
$ ./hello_world.py
Understanding Python Basics:
Python Variables
Primitive variable handling in Python
Handling lists in Python
Handling tuples in Python
Handling a dictionary in Python
Python Input and Conditional statement:
Handling input and the conditional statement in Python
Output of the program:
Python: Loops:
Usage of the while loop in Python
Output of the while loop Python code
Output of the program
Python for loop code
Output of python for loop code
Python: Functions:
Example Python code for function:
Code snippet of public inheritance
Output of Python function
Python: Handling Exception:
Example Python try-except
Output of Python function
Python: Classes:
Python class example
Output of Python class example
Python: Files:
Python file I/O example
Python file I/O output:
Python: Modules:
Custom Python test module
Python test module
Python: Handling Serial Ports:
Installing PySerial in Ubuntu 20.04
$ dmesg
[ 113.016559] usb 1-5: Product: FT232R USB UART
[ 113.016561] usb 1-5: Manufacturer: FTDI
[ 113.016563] usb 1-5: SerialNumber: A900fDa9
[ 114.043095] usbcore: registered new interface driver usbserial
[ 114.043105] usbcore: registered new interface driver usbserial_generic
[ 114.043115] usbserial: USB Serial support registered for generic
[ 114.044997] usbcore: registered new interface driver ftdi_sio
[ 114.045009] usbserial: USB Serial support registered for FTDI USB Serial Device
[ 114.045050] ftdi_sio 1-5:1.0: FTDI USB Serial Device converter detected
[ 114.045077] usb 1-5: Detected FT232RL
[ 114.045219] usb 1-5: FTDI USB Serial Device converter now attached to ttyUSB0
