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Get your hands dirty with circuits, sensors, and microcontrollers! Learn circuit design, soldering, and programming while building your own working gadgets to take home.

Workshop Overview

Join us for an afternoon of hands-on electronics where you'll learn the fundamentals of circuit design and build your own working gadgets to take home.

What You'll Build

Choose from one of these beginner-friendly projects:

  • LED Matrix Display - Program patterns and text
  • Motion Sensor Alarm - Detect intruders with style
  • Temperature Monitor - IoT device with wireless connectivity
  • Sound Reactive LEDs - Lights that dance to music

What's Included

  • All electronic components and tools
  • Step-by-step instruction guides
  • Expert mentorship from experienced makers
  • Soldering lessons for beginners
  • Take-home project kit

Prerequisites

  • No prior experience required!
  • Bring curiosity and willingness to learn
  • Safety glasses will be provided

Skills You'll Learn

  • Basic circuit design
  • Soldering techniques
  • Microcontroller programming
  • Sensor integration
  • Troubleshooting electronic systems

Perfect for beginners looking to break into the world of electronics and making!