Updated Programming Using Java (markdown)

FTC Engineering
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**Important Note:** Both Java programming tools require that the user have an in-depth understanding of the Java programming language. If you are not an advanced Java programmer, then FIRST recommends that you take a look at the [Blocks Tutorial](Blocks-Tutorial) and that you consider using the Blocks tool to program your robot.
1. OnBot Java - With the OnBot Java tool, a user can create, edit and build _op modes_ through a Chrome web browser. Click [here](OnBot-Java-Tutorial) to learn how to program with the OnBot Java tool.
1. [OnBot Java](OnBot-Java-Tutorial) - With the OnBot Java tool, a user can create, edit and build _op modes_ through a Chrome web browser.
* Advantages
- Easy to setup.
- Only requires a Chrome browser to work (i.e., can be run on a Chromebook or a tablet).
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- The source code editor has limited features.
- The auto-complete function is limited.
- Not integrated with version control software (such as git).
* Click [here](OnBot-Java-Tutorial) to learn how to program with the OnBot Java tool.
2. Android Studio - Android Studio is the development tool that is recommended by Google to author Android apps. Android Studio can be used to create, edit and build _op modes_ for an FTC robot. However, Android Studio is only recommended for experienced programmers. Inexperienced programmers should use the [Blocks programming tool](Blocks-Tutorial) instead. If you are an advanced programmer, then click [here](Android-Studio-Tutorial) to learn how to program with Android Studio.
2. Android Studio - Android Studio is the development tool that is recommended by Google to author Android apps. Android Studio can be used to create, edit and build _op modes_ for an FTC robot. However, Android Studio is only recommended for experienced programmers. Inexperienced programmers should use the [Blocks programming tool](Blocks-Tutorial) instead.
* Advantages
- It has a very powerful integrated development tool.
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- Requires an advanced knowledge of Java.
- Requires a modern, high-performing development computer.
- Can be very difficult for a novice to install, configure and maintain.
* If you are an advanced programmer, then click [here](Android-Studio-Tutorial) to learn how to program with Android Studio.