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(Part 2) Behind the scenes: how reinforcement learning and PPO actually work

Dec 2, 2025

A practical, intuitive walkthrough of reinforcement learning and PPO, using an inverted double pendulum as a running example.

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(Part 1) How to train your dragon inverted double pendulum

Nov 6, 2025

Learn how to use Isaac Lab to train an inverted double pendulum to stay upright

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(Part 2) ... and used Foxglove through the journey

Oct 22, 2025

How Foxglove Studio transformed my robotics development workflow and why it's become an essential tool for visualizing data and debugging

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(Part 1) Just1: How I built a small autonomous robot ...

Oct 21, 2025

How I built Just1, a $250 Mecanum wheel robot that can navigate and avoid obstacles autonomously.

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Catch 'Em All: Unlocking the Secrets of the Coupon Collector's Problem

Oct 1, 2025

Explore the mathematics behind collecting trading cards. How many items do you need to complete your set?

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