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# Blog posts tagged "Foxy"

#### [Tutorial: Getting Started with ROS](https://canonical.com/blog/tutorial-getting-started-with-ros)

ROS, the Robot Operating System, is the platform of choice for robot development. However, the breadth and depth of existing documentation can be daunting for the ROS beginner. Where should you start learning about ROS 2 on Ubuntu? All robots based on ROS and ROS 2 are programmed using five simple but core constructs: Nodes

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Robotics

#### [Simulate the TurtleBot3](https://canonical.com/blog/simulate-the-turtlebot3)

Interested in getting started in robotics? There’s no need to purchase expensive hardware before you try some things out: simulate a TurtleBot3 instead! The simulator is complete with LIDAR, a camera, a gyro and many other sensors and actuators. You can also see this installation in action at the Ubuntu Robotics YouTube channel. Software

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#### [Robotics Recap: Learning, Programming & Snapping ROS 2](https://canonical.com/blog/robotics-recap-learning-programming-and-snapping-ros-2)

Robotics@Canonical puts a strong focus on the migration from ROS to ROS 2. ROS 2 benefits from many improvements, especially robot security. Our goal is to make it easy for you to transition to ROS 2, whether you’re completely new to ROS or a seasoned engineer retooling for a new environment. Your new platform should

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Robotics