# FTA Buddy

> Utility app for FIRST Robotics Competition event volunteers. (iPhone/iPad app by Ken Schenke.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fta-buddy/id1454760348 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ken Schenke](https://appshunter.io/developer/1454106398)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fta-buddy/id1454760348/reviews.md

## What is FTA Buddy?

This app is for volunteers at FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) events in the FTA (FIRST Technical Adviser) or FTAA (FIRST Technical Adviser Assistant) roles.  It's a small app that serves three main purposes: display the field monitor in an embedded browser, show flashcards (like the FTA Notepad app), and show a quick reference page with some helpful technical tidbits.

## Key features

- Embedded field monitor browser
- Technical flashcards
- Quick reference guide
- Assists FTA/FTAA roles

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fta-buddy/id1454760348/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super handy

*2019-03-03*

Excellence backup for FTA's notepad app. Will surely prove to be a helpful primary tool for FTAAs as well.

## Frequently asked questions about FTA Buddy

### What is FTA Buddy used for?

FTA Buddy is a utility app designed to help volunteers in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) events, specifically those in FIRST Technical Adviser (FTA) or FIRST Technical Adviser Assistant (FTAA) roles. It provides quick access to a field monitor, technical flashcards, and a reference guide.

### What devices does FTA Buddy support?

FTA Buddy is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### Is FTA Buddy free to use?

Yes, FTA Buddy is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How often is FTA Buddy updated?

The latest version of FTA Buddy is 1.0.5, and it was last updated on July 14, 2025. This indicates a commitment to maintaining and improving the application.

### What is the age rating for FTA Buddy?

FTA Buddy has an age rating of 17+, which is common for utility applications that may contain technical information or require a certain level of understanding.

### What kind of technical information does FTA Buddy offer?

FTA Buddy provides a quick reference page with helpful technical tidbits relevant to FIRST Robotics Competition events. It also includes flashcards for learning and quick recall of important information.

### Can FTA Buddy display the field monitor?

Yes, one of the primary functions of FTA Buddy is to display the field monitor within an embedded browser, providing essential real-time event information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2025-07-14

- Add SystemCore status lights and IP addresses
- Add component manuals
- Add software documentation
- Add wiring diagrams

### 1.0.3 — 2025-03-10

This version has been updated for the 2025 season. New information has been added to the reference page to include the new Vivid radios as well as information on the control system.

### 1.0.2 — 2020-03-21

This version fixes a crash on iOS 12 devices.

### 1.0.1 — 2020-02-23

A small error was fixed on the Reference tab.
Support was added for dark mode.

### 1.0 — 2019-03-02

No release notes.

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All apps by Ken Schenke: https://appshunter.io/developer/1454106398

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