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Stage 1: Foundations

Stage 1

Welcome to Stage 1 of the IntelliStack learning path! This stage covers the foundational knowledge needed for Physical AI and Humanoid Robotics.

Learning Objectives​

By the end of this stage, you will be able to:

  • Master Python programming fundamentals for robotics applications
  • Navigate and manage Linux/Ubuntu systems confidently
  • Apply essential mathematics (linear algebra, calculus, probability) to robotics problems
  • Understand basic physics concepts relevant to robotics

Prerequisites​

Before starting Stage 1, you should have:

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Motivation to learn robotics and AI
  • Access to a computer (Linux/Ubuntu recommended, or Windows with WSL2)

Topics Covered​

  1. Python Programming

    • Variables, data types, and control flow
    • Functions and modules
    • Object-oriented programming
    • NumPy for numerical computing

  2. Linux Fundamentals

    • Command line basics
    • File system navigation
    • Package management
    • Shell scripting

  3. Mathematics for Robotics

    • Linear algebra (vectors, matrices, transformations)
    • Calculus (derivatives, integrals)
    • Probability and statistics basics

  4. Physics Basics

    • Kinematics
    • Dynamics
    • Forces and motion

Time Estimate​

Expected completion time: 40-60 hours

Next Steps​

Once you complete this stage and pass the assessment, you'll unlock Stage 2: ROS 2 & Simulation, where you'll start working with real robotics software and simulation environments.

Ready to begin? Start with Python Programming Basics!