SAM Root

SAM Labs Inc

About this app

SAM Root makes it easy and fun to learn programming through hands-on robotics! With three progressive coding levels—from graphical blocks to hybrid blocks to Python 3 syntax—you’ll be building real coding skills and controlling robots in no time.

MASTER CODING WITH 3 LEARNING LEVELS
No coding experience? No problem! SAM Root meets you where you are and grows with your skills:
- LEVEL 1: Graphical Blocks – Start with drag-and-drop, graphical blocks to grasp the fundamentals of coding logic—no reading required.
- LEVEL 2: Hybrid Blocks – Transition into more advanced coding structure with blocks that blend visuals and coding script.
- LEVEL 3: Python Code Blocks – Discover the structure and syntax of professional coding languages with full-text Python 3 code blocks.

SEAMLESSLY SWITCH BETWEEN LEVELS
Change coding levels anytime with a tap. SAM Root automatically converts your code, so you can match your skill level and learn the professional Python syntax behind each block.

CONNECT TO ROOT ROBOTS
Pair with a Root coding robot via Bluetooth and bring your programs to life! Control movement, lights, sounds, sensors, and more—while watching your code run in real time.

TEST WITH THE BUILT-IN SIMULATOR
Use the built-in 3D simulator to test your programs, speed up execution, and try new ideas—all without needing hardware.

Ratings and reviews

It works well enough, but I can't seem to copy/paste code. I'm using a small screen as well, which makes pressing buttons very difficult. I used an algorithm to generate code that I believed I could just paste and get the robot moving, but then I realized I would have to use my big fingers to place over a hundred lines. I know there are more clever methods I could have used, but this just isn't worth the time. Might as well play with turtle graphics and show kids real Python.

Update now allows it to work on Amazon Tablet. Thanks as it didn't work on any 4 of our devices since Christmas and we were eager to use it. Will test on Weiwei P30 and 20 later.

Isn't able to connect to the RT1 no matter what I try. Only waited a year for them to develop the app for android use, guess I'm gonna have to wait another...

What’s new

iRobot Coding is now SAM Root! The updated SAM Root app is filled with improvements, including:
- NEW Undo/Redo feature
- IMPROVED variable editor
- IMPROVED simulator integration
- IMPROVED support for converting large values to Level 1
- NEW Bluetooth/Simulator toggle
- NEW Upload or Download multiple projects at once
- NEW Solfege music notation option
- NEW Level 1 block tooltips
- IMPROVED performance with hundreds of fixes!