Judging Overview
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Basic information to share with judges about this project.


What this project is
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This repository is MECO Robotics' 2026 rebuilt robot codebase. It uses a command-based structure with reusable IO patterns, simulation support, and subsystem abstractions that make iteration faster during the season.


What it includes
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- A WPILib command-based robot project structure
- Reusable subsystem and command patterns
- Support for multiple hardware vendors and simulation modes
- Configuration points for hardware IDs, gains, limits, and mechanism setup
- Documentation for setup, configuration, troubleshooting, and iteration


Why it matters
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- It gives programmers a consistent structure to build on.
- It makes debugging and maintenance easier during the season.
- It reduces repeated setup work when subsystems change.
- It helps new team members get productive faster.


What to tell judges
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- This codebase is structured to keep robot logic, hardware IO, and tuning separated.
- The documentation is written to support both beginners and returning programmers.
- The goal is faster bring-up, safer testing, and easier iteration during the season.
- The project is maintained by MECO Robotics and builds on open-source FRC software patterns.