# VEXcode VR

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## [About the VEXcode VR category](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/about-the-vexcode-vr-category/24)

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**Author:** [@jerin](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/jerin)\
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Virtual Robot Coding

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## [สวัสดีคุณครูจากประเทศไทย](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/topic/2082)

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**Author:** [@Teerasak\_Chotikawani](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Teerasak_Chotikawani)\
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**Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 12:36am UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/topic/2082 "2026-07-09T00:36:51Z")

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สวัสดีครับ คุณครูจากประเทศไทย ผมจะช่วยตอบคำถามของพวกคุณเป็นภาษาไทยให้เองครับ สงสัยอะไรถามมาได้เลยครับ

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## [Customizing Activities with VEXcode VR - VEX Robotics Educators Conference 2026](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/customizing-activities-with-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2035)

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**Author:** [@Sardorbek\_Omonkulov](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Sardorbek_Omonkulov)\
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**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 8:21pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/customizing-activities-with-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2035 "2026-05-13T20:21:25Z")

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Hi everyone! Thank you to those who attended our Customizing Activities with VEXcode VR workshop at the 2026 VEX Educators Conference! VEXcode VR is part of the VEX Continuum, a K-12 STEM learning plan that connects VEX…

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## [Introduction to VEXcode VR - VEX Robotics Educators Conference 2026](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/introduction-to-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2034)

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**Author:** [@Sardorbek\_Omonkulov](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Sardorbek_Omonkulov)\
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**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/introduction-to-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2034 "2026-05-13T20:16:29Z")

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Hi everyone! Thank you to those who attended our Introduction to VEXcode VR workshop at the 2026 VEX Educators Conference! VEXcode VR is part of the VEX Continuum, a K-12 STEM learning plan that connects VEX platforms t…

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## [Intro to Python Coding in VEXcode VR - VEX Robotics Educators Conference 2026](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/intro-to-python-coding-in-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2033)

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**Author:** [@Catherine\_Kettner](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Catherine_Kettner)\
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**Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 7:27pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/intro-to-python-coding-in-vexcode-vr-vex-robotics-educators-conference-2026/2033 "2026-05-13T19:27:57Z")

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Hi everyone! It was wonderful seeing both familiar and new faces in St. Louis this year at the 2026 VEX Educators Conference. Thank you to everyone who joined our Python Coding in VEXcode VR workshop! This session focu…

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## [Using a Controller in VEXcode VR](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/using-a-controller-in-vexcode-vr/1874)

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**Author:** [@Michael\_Saccone](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Michael_Saccone)\
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**Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 4:01pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/using-a-controller-in-vexcode-vr/1874 "2025-10-24T16:01:32Z")

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Hello all, Does anyone know if it’s possible to use a controller to manually drive in VEXcode VR? If so, I’d love to learn the steps or setup instructions. My goal is to give students an opportunity to practice their dr…

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## [VEXcode VR 4.61 release](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-4-61-release/1840)

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**Author:** [@Jacob\_Palnick](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Jacob_Palnick)\
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**Last updated:** [September 24, 2025, 2:40pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-4-61-release/1840 "2025-09-24T14:40:58Z")

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VEXcode VR version 4.61 is now available. You can find the changes listed below. Change Log: Removed translations from math operator block dropdown options. Added option to expand the combined Logic category contents b…

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## [VEXcode VR 4.60](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-4-60/1823)

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**Author:** [@Jacob\_Palnick](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Jacob_Palnick)\
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**Last updated:** [August 25, 2025, 2:34pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-4-60/1823 "2025-08-25T14:34:34Z")

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VEXcode VR version 4.60.1 is now available. The VEX Library’s New Features in VEXcode VR 4.60 shows off all the new features in this release. Change Log: Added Virtual Skills playgrounds for the VIQRC Mix & Match and …

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## [Virtual Skills Key = Enhanced License for creating classes?](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/virtual-skills-key-enhanced-license-for-creating-classes/1821)

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**Author:** [@Dewanda\_Kirkland](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Dewanda_Kirkland)\
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**Last updated:** [August 22, 2025, 1:57pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/virtual-skills-key-enhanced-license-for-creating-classes/1821 "2025-08-22T13:57:17Z")

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Can the Virtual Skills Key that I receive for my competing teams access the same features as an Enhanced License Class Code, i.e creating classes, accessing Enhanced Playgrounds, access to Switch?

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## [Virtual Robotics for Real-World Problem Solving with VEX VR](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/virtual-robotics-for-real-world-problem-solving-with-vex-vr/1672)

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**Author:** [@rich\_schiccatano1](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/rich_schiccatano1)\
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**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 2:21pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/virtual-robotics-for-real-world-problem-solving-with-vex-vr/1672 "2024-12-03T14:21:10Z")

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As a teacher, I believe in creating environments where students can think for themselves. The real excitement comes when I see students solving problems in their own way—not just following instructions. I want them to th…

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## [Copyable Code Snippets in the CS Level 1 Python Course](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/copyable-code-snippets-in-the-cs-level-1-python-course/1642)

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**Author:** [@AudraSelkowitz](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/AudraSelkowitz)\
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**Last updated:** [November 21, 2024, 2:16am UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/copyable-code-snippets-in-the-cs-level-1-python-course/1642 "2024-11-21T02:16:07Z")

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Did you know that you can now copy code snippets in the CS Level 1 Python Course to use in VEXcode VR? Previously, there were images of Python code snippets that students could look at to type into their VEXcode VR proje…

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## [Answer choices on Pythone certification exam](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/answer-choices-on-pythone-certification-exam/1617)

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**Author:** [@Leo\_Fogel](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Leo_Fogel)\
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**Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 6:47pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/answer-choices-on-pythone-certification-exam/1617 "2024-11-12T18:47:47Z")

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I’m not sure if this is the best place to post this, but I couldn’t find a better way on the website. I just completed the VEXcode VR Python Intro course and I noticed one of the questions seems to not have any of the a…

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## [Friday Brain Break Idea :)](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/friday-brain-break-idea/1579)

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**Author:** [@AudraSelkowitz](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/AudraSelkowitz)\
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**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 9:03pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/friday-brain-break-idea/1579 "2024-10-27T21:03:23Z")

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'Tis the season for all things pumpkin! So why not incorporate this into a fun VR Activity or a little “Brain Break” for your students. Here in the Art Canvas + Playground I uploaded an image of clipart pumpkins. The…

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## [VEXcode VR: Lessons/Activities For Switch](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-lessons-activities-for-switch/1548)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_Christner](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Robert_Christner)\
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**Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 4:46pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-lessons-activities-for-switch/1548 "2024-10-17T16:46:50Z")

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I am seeking guidance on effective strategies or lesson activities that can help students transition from using block-based programming to text-based programming, specifically using the Switch. My goal is to introduce th…

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## [VEX API Tips and Tricks - V5RC Playground GPS Coordinates](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vex-api-tips-and-tricks-v5rc-playground-gps-coordinates/1541)

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**Author:** [@Jenna\_Juechter](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Jenna_Juechter)\
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**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 2:40pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vex-api-tips-and-tricks-v5rc-playground-gps-coordinates/1541 "2024-10-14T14:40:32Z")

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To support the release of the V5RC 24-25 High Stakes Playground in VEXcode VR, api.vex.com now features new pages with valuable information about the High Stakes Playground. A standout addition is the comprehensive list…

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## [Check out the new Capstone in the CS Level 1 - Blocks Course!](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/check-out-the-new-capstone-in-the-cs-level-1-blocks-course/1526)

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**Author:** [@AudraSelkowitz](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/AudraSelkowitz)\
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**Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 2:45pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/check-out-the-new-capstone-in-the-cs-level-1-blocks-course/1526 "2024-09-30T14:45:06Z")

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Looking for ways to extend students learning with VEXcode VR and the CS Level 1 Blocks Course? Recently, a Capstone Challenge Unit was added to the course using the Coral Reef Cleanup Playground. The goal is simple - cod…

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## [Magnetic blocks](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/magnetic-blocks/1523)

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**Author:** [@LORI\_COLANGELO](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/LORI_COLANGELO)\
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**Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 8:13am UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/magnetic-blocks/1523 "2024-09-30T08:13:32Z")

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Someone on Facebook asked if there were magnetic cutouts of VEXcode Blocks. I blow these up and cut them out for my board. I also have let the students use these to create code as an unplugged activity. These will star…

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## [VEXcode VR: A Hit with My Students](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-a-hit-with-my-students/1502)

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**Author:** [@rich\_schiccatano1](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/rich_schiccatano1)\
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**Last updated:** [September 23, 2024, 7:09pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/vexcode-vr-a-hit-with-my-students/1502 "2024-09-23T19:09:36Z")

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Excited to share how VEXcode VR has become a hit with my students! This free, web-based simulator has transformed the way they engage with coding throughout the school year. The Coral Reef Clean-Up project not only teach…

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## [Code Random Choice](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/code-random-choice/1280)

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**Author:** [@Michelle\_Sherry](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Michelle_Sherry)\
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**Last updated:** [September 3, 2024, 9:05pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/code-random-choice/1280 "2024-09-03T21:05:28Z")

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I’m trying to code the robot to randomly choose to go left or right in the Wall Maze + Playground, using this code in an if/elif/else statement. random\_direction = random.choice(\[LEFT,RIGHT)\]) drivetrain.turn(random\_di…

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## [There are only 9 week lesson](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/there-are-only-9-week-lesson/1394)

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**Author:** [@Tina\_Nelson](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Tina_Nelson)\
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**Last updated:** [June 11, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/there-are-only-9-week-lesson/1394 "2024-06-11T14:42:35Z")

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I would like to know how or what you do for your class when you have 12 week semesters and your classs time is about 75 min class period. My class go through the lessons really fast. I am not able to make them last a wee…

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## [Unit 7](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/unit-7/1243)

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**Author:** [@LORI\_COLANGELO](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/LORI_COLANGELO)\
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**Last updated:** [May 28, 2024, 12:53pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/unit-7/1243 "2024-05-28T12:53:19Z")

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Here is the link to the Unit 7 slideshow I did with the students. This unit was “switched” with unit 6 because I want to introduce the Color Sensor first so the kids could do the Dynamic Wall Maze and I thought they sho…

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## [New game (high stakes)](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/new-game-high-stakes/1382)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_Flower](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Robert_Flower)\
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**Last updated:** [May 6, 2024, 2:47pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/new-game-high-stakes/1382 "2024-05-06T14:47:14Z")

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One of my students wants to write code for high stakes as one of their final computational artifacts. Is there an estimate when it will be released in VR?

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## [How to make a user defined function that receives parameters such as a list, a string, and an integer](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/how-to-make-a-user-defined-function-that-receives-parameters-such-as-a-list-a-string-and-an-integer/1386)

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**Author:** [@Jeff\_Dohmen](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Jeff_Dohmen)\
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**Last updated:** [May 5, 2024, 10:13pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/how-to-make-a-user-defined-function-that-receives-parameters-such-as-a-list-a-string-and-an-integer/1386 "2024-05-05T22:13:52Z")

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I’m teaching AP CSP and the create task requires the students to define functions that accept arguments. Is it possible to create a function that receives a list and other data types such as strings. I see that I can m…

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## [PBS News Hour Lessons](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/pbs-news-hour-lessons/1359)

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**Author:** [@LORI\_COLANGELO](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/LORI_COLANGELO)\
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**Last updated:** [March 27, 2024, 2:35pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/pbs-news-hour-lessons/1359 "2024-03-27T14:35:33Z")

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I was asked to create some VR lessons that will be published on the PBS News Hour page. They cover the environment and social issues. I thought I’d share them with you here. Let me know what you think!

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## [Error when Sharing Project](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/error-when-sharing-project/1335)

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**Author:** [@Mike\_Bothwell](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Mike_Bothwell)\
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**Last updated:** [February 15, 2024, 6:46pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/error-when-sharing-project/1335 "2024-02-15T18:46:19Z")

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Hi All, Lately our students have been receiving error messages when attempting to share their projects in VR with their teacher. Has anyone else experienced this? Solution? Could this possibly be on our network or is…

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## [Geometric Heart Valentine's Day Challenge](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/geometric-heart-valentines-day-challenge/1338)

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**Author:** [@Aimee\_DeFoe](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Aimee_DeFoe)\
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**Last updated:** [February 12, 2024, 2:12pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/geometric-heart-valentines-day-challenge/1338 "2024-02-12T14:12:23Z")

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Hello! If you are looking for a fun last minute Valentine’s Day coding activity, here’s one for you! Find a royalty-free geometric heart image, and import it into the Art Canvas + Playground in Vexcode VR, and challenge…

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## [Does all access PD+ include VEXcodeVR premium?](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/does-all-access-pd-include-vexcodevr-premium/1324)

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**Author:** [@darrin\_neutz](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/darrin_neutz)\
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**Last updated:** [January 30, 2024, 1:38pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/does-all-access-pd-include-vexcodevr-premium/1324 "2024-01-30T13:38:44Z")

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I have an all access subscription for VEX EXP PD+. When I asked sales.VEX.com whether that granted me access to either the enhanced or premium VEXcodeVR, they responded that yes, my all access subscription gave me access…

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## [Christmas Coding](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/christmas-coding/1296)

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**Author:** [@LORI\_COLANGELO](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/LORI_COLANGELO)\
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**Last updated:** [January 12, 2024, 12:04am UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/christmas-coding/1296 "2024-01-12T00:04:43Z")

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Students had to create a cypher and then a Switch Block project for others to figure out. This one is using Switch to create a “poinsettia” (it changes color!) I’ll put the movie in the reply, it’s too large)

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## [Cool Extra Credit Added to the Face It Activity](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/cool-extra-credit-added-to-the-face-it-activity/1304)

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**Author:** [@Michelle\_Sherry](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Michelle_Sherry)\
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**Last updated:** [January 11, 2024, 11:55pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/cool-extra-credit-added-to-the-face-it-activity/1304 "2024-01-11T23:55:05Z")

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Just wanted to share a cool little extra credit component to the Face It activity. The level 3 activity asks students to use variables to store the number and length of sides for the polygon, calculate the angle the roo…

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## [Counting Color Algorithm Activity Question](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/counting-color-algorithm-activity-question/1303)

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**Author:** [@Michelle\_Sherry](https://plc.pd.vex.com/u/Michelle_Sherry)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2024, 1:33pm UTC](https://plc.pd.vex.com/t/counting-color-algorithm-activity-question/1303 "2024-01-10T13:33:04Z")

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Good afternoon, I have altered the Counting Color Algorithm activity to count the red lines as it drives. When it gets to the end of the line, it turns around, drives and keeps counting until more than 10 lines are cou…

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