Ready to enter the robot world? This book walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, even making it talk. It also includes some titbits about robot history, icons and other navigational aids; tear-out cheat sheet; and top ten lists.

Discover what robots can do and how they workFind out how to build your own robot and program it to perform tasksReady to enter the robot world? This book is your passport! It walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, even making it talk. Along the way, you' ll gather some tidbits about robot history, enthusiasts' groups, and more.The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English' Get in, get out' informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and fun