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    • 📋 What is an Algorithm?

      An algorithm is just a fancy word for a step-by-step plan.

      Just like:

      • A cooking recipe 🧁

      • Instructions to build Lego 🧱

      • Steps to tie your shoelaces 👟

      These are all algorithms — simple, logical instructions to complete a task.

      In robotics, an algorithm tells the robot what to do in the exact order, without skipping or guessing.

      🎯 Why Do Robots Need Algorithms?

      Robots don’t understand shortcuts or guesses.

      You say “turn on the fan,” but it needs instructions like:

      1. Receive the command

      2. Check if power is on

      3. Rotate motor at certain speed

      4. Keep spinning until told to stop

      If any step is missing or out of order, the robot might do something weird—or nothing at all!

    • 🧩 Flow of Logic – The Right Order Matters!

      Think about brushing your teeth.

      What happens if the steps are mixed up like this?

      1. Spit out foam

      2. Put toothpaste

      3. Brush

      4. Pick up toothbrush

      That doesn't make sense, right? 🤦

      The flow of logic means putting steps in the correct order so the task works smoothly.