In this talk, we’ll dive into the world of software supply chain attacks, especially in the context of Web3. As more and more value is handled by dApps, they become targets for hackers looking to exploit vulnerabilities. We’ll break down what these attacks look like, why they’re a big deal, and how they can impact...
LEGO and Minecraft come together in one exciting camp! Start off by building LEGO creations inspired by Minecraft or any other favorite characters and then bring them to life with Stop Motion Animation to make your own short LEGO Movies! Camp will challenge students to develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills while they learn STEM...
(AM - JUNIORS) Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics The Root Coding Robot was created by the same company famous for the Roomba vacuum. The Root's kid-friendly coding interface helps younger campers learn the basics of robotic programming. The Root can be programmed to move, light up, play sound, and even draw various geometric...
(AM - APPRENTICE) VEX Robotics BattleBots: Teamwork, Engineering, and Design VEX is the world's foremost competitive robotics program. Students from grade schools to universities use VEX to build not only their technical expertise, but also important life skills like teamwork, communication, and project management. Customized for a stress-free camp setting, our "BattleBots" VEX robotics camp...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Strawbees Construction & Robotics In this updated version of our popular Strawbees camp, creations come alive with the power of robotics! Strawbees is an intuitive and fun build system allowing students to construct all manner of structures using simple drinking straws. In this updated version of the camp, Strawbees builds come alive...
(AM - APPRENTICE) LEGO Spike Prime Robotics We're excited to announce our newest robotics camp featuring the cutting-edge LEGO Spike Prime robotics platform. Used in classrooms and robotics competitions worldwide, LEGO Spike Prime is the current gold standard for educational robotics. Whether your child is looking to engage with robotics as a hobby, to gain...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Botzee Robotics: Build, Code & Play In this newly-updated version of our Botzees Robotics camp, kids will have fun building, coding, and customizing their own Botzees Robots. From programmable trucks, to robotic musical monkeys, campers will have a blast constructing and controlling their creations. The Botzees platform uses block coding and augmented...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Master Gravity & Motion with GraviTrax Campers master gravity, magnetism, and kinetics as they build marble runs in this popular hands-on (and screen-free) camp! The GraviTrax system allows children of all ages to build fun and dynamic marble runs. Campers start off by following build instructions, progress to build challenges, and ultimately...
(AM - APPRENTICE) CAD Creators: 3D Printing & Design Campers will imagine, design, and print their very own 3-D materials in this fun and engaging camp. First, campers will examine the world around them and begin thinking of practical and unique uses for 3-D printing technology. With their ideas in mind, they'll then learn the...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Electronics & Circuitry Camp Electrical engineering requires creativity, logic, abstract thinking, problem solving, and resource management. Why not help kids develop these skills in a fun, hands-on environment, while they gain a greater understanding of the electronic devices they use everyday? Our new Electronics And Circuitry Camp uses kid-friendly (and kid-safe) Snap...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Build & Code with Edison Robotics Using the Edison platform, campers can design and build a series of programmable robots - from rubber band cannons, to cranes, to their own imaginative creations. Students will focus on teamwork and creative problem solving as they tackle a series of design challenges, and their robots...
(AM - APPRENTICE) RoboSports Challenge w/ LEGO EV3 Welcome to the LEGO Robot Olympics! In this course, students will create and program their robots to complete a series of sports-related challenges. Teams will use various motors and sensors to create robots for basketball, hockey, a tug-of-war, and sumo wrestling. The course will require a combination...
(AM - JUNIORS) Physics Camp: Motion, Magnets, and Energy Magnets: How do they work? What's in fizzy tabs that makes them fizz? Why do toy cars eventually slow down and come to a stop? The answer: Physics! Campers will tackle some daunting challenges by performing hands-on experiments and tracking data to extrapolate the info they...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Everything is Awesome: LEGO Stop Motion Learn to make stop-motion videos with the LEGO pieces kids already love! This updated version of our stop-motion course covers all of the skills and tricks needed to produce expert-level stop motion videos. Campers will first learn the basics of stop motion movement. Then, they'll learn...
Step into the digital art studio, where you’ll craft a portfolio and hone in on your animation skills. You’ll explore the processes and fundamentals used by professionals in animation studios like Disney. Design worlds and characters, create a story, and develop a demo reel or portfolio of your best work. Choose your own path—whether you...
As one of the fastest-growing coding languages, Python is the perfect place to start—whether you aim to become a software developer or an AI and machine learning engineer. Begin your path by developing a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts of coding. You'll work your way up from variables and data types to object-oriented concepts...
The best game creators are the ones who play them, and virtual reality breaks the boundary of what it truly means to play games. From mega-hits like Beat Saber to emerging technologies that invite players across the globe to play, chat, and live together in a virtual world, VR is an expanding industry. Step directly...
Dive into a versatile game engine built for programmers and game designers alike. Roblox is one of the fastest-growing platforms on the planet, with more than 100 million players per month exploring games created by enterprising young developers—like you! Build a fundamental programming skill set with Lua, the official coding language of Roblox, and design...
Roblox is one of the fastest-growing game creation platforms on the planet, with more than 100 million players per month exploring games created by enterprising young developers—like you! Get ready to tackle the production of a game from start to finish, building a 3D landscape complete with obstacles, unique challenges, and a story of your...
Get ready for the ultimate showdown! BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. You’ll customize, build, and wire a base for your robot with the VEX Robotics Design System. Using VEX C++, you and your team will code your bot to take on daily challenges against other bots...
Transform the vivid designs of your dreams into physical reality with the latest in 3D printing technology! Start with a foundation in 3D modeling—sketch ideas and build them from scratch with Blender, an expansive 3D software used by professionals across the gaming and film industries. After adding the finishing touches to your design, you’ll learn...
The ultimate showdown is here! BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. Grab your goggles and get ready to build a robot from scratch before battling in the arena. Following design standards set by tech experts at BattleBots®, you'll bring your idea to life by brainstorming, workshopping, and...
Make Minecraft your canvas as you bring your imagination to life! You'll learn the fundamentals of game design as you build your own adventure, construct unique levels, and craft an engaging world and story. Using game design principles and a bit of creative problem solving, you’ll add a personal touch to your Minecraft journey. Ages...
The path to the ultimate showdown starts here! BattleBots® is known for combining the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. In this beginning robotics course, grab your goggles and get ready to build a robot before battling in the arena. Following design standards set by tech experts at BattleBots®, you'll...
Get ready for an immersive journey into the world of virtual reality (VR), where you’ll unlock the secrets of VR mechanics and create your very own interactive experiences! In this cutting-edge class, you’ll dive into the mechanics of VR technology and learn the fundamentals of coding using CoBlocks, a block-based coding language designed for nerds...
Dive into the exciting universe of robotics by building and taking home your very own AI SmartCore 4 Robot! This remarkable kit features 4 separate modular smart vehicles that are...
In this introductory camp, campers will go beyond playing games and get a behind-the-scenes experience, learning the art and science of game development. With hands-on projects, campers will be exposed to many digital tools used today for game creation such as Construct 3. Each game created throughout the week will start small and grow exponentially...
Campers will learn to express themselves utilizing the digital tools of the art industry. Various pieces will be created throughout the week which will then be shared, and discussed as a group, giving these artists the crucial experience of personal feedback. Some of the areas that each new artist will explore include: photo manipulation, digital...
Step into the world of digital creativity and entrepreneurship! This engaging camp offers hands-on training in content creation, personal branding, and storytelling, all while teaching the secrets behind becoming a successful influencer. Campers will dive into video production, photography, and editing with professional tools like DJI cameras and DaVinci Resolve, discovering how to craft engaging...
Mimicking the structure of some of the world’s most competitive robotics challenges such as the First Lego League, and the DARPA Challenge, this fun and exciting week will give campers the opportunity to put their problem solving to the test! Using robotics, campers will team up and brainstorm solutions to many different challenges! During this...
Campers dive into the world of professional video game development using Unreal Engine 5. Throughout the camp, students will be introduced to the basics of Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprints, level design, animations, and game mechanics, while working on creating their own game. By the end of the camp, students will have created a basic...
Campers will learn how to make Mods (modifications) for one of their favorite games: Minecraft. Learning to mod in Minecraft is a gateway to an adventure of creativity in computer skills that can be taken from video games to the real world! Ages 6 - 10 June 2 - 6
Battle of the bots is a great way to learn how technologies like programming, sensors, gears, and mechanics work, all while having fun! Campers will learn the fundamentals of mechanical engineering as they team up to build robotic systems and compete against one another in tasks such as sumo-wrestling, tug-o-war, head-to-head combat, and much more!...
(MASTERS) Flight Lab: The Science of Drones Take to the skies with our STEM-specific educational drones! Campers will master the physics principles which make drone flight possible, and will also gain coding skills as they program their drone's flight paths to complete a series of challenges. Using a safety-first approach, students will learn how to...
Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of storyboarding, game creation, team building, game testing, and development. Students will design and build their own games to play and share - no programming experience required. Unleash your creativity with hands-on game development and bring your imagination to life as you dive into fun, interactive software. A...
Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of robotics & engineering while building and programming a robot. The camp will incorporate the engineering design process, computational thinking, team building, and assembling a robot. No previous experience with robotics required. Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each camp. Grades 6 -...
Crazy Computer Build Ever wanted to build your own computer? Now’s your chance! At GenTech’s Crazy Computer Build camp, you’ll learn every step of the PC-building process—from exploring the CPU, RAM, and motherboard to installing the software that brings everything to life. With hands-on guidance from our experts, you’ll assemble your very own computer and...
Ever wanted to build your own computer? Now’s your chance! At GenTech’s Crazy Computer Build camp, you’ll learn every step of the PC-building process—from exploring the CPU, RAM, and motherboard to installing the software that brings everything to life. With hands-on guidance from our experts, you’ll assemble your very own computer and take it home at...
Brave adventurer, your electronics journey begins here! In this exciting camp, you’ll use an Arduino kit as your gateway to a world of hands-on learning. Packed with essential components like the Arduino UNO, breadboard, LEDs, resistors, buttons, and sensors, this kit empowers you to build, code, and create real working projects from day one. At...
Unleash your creativity in our exciting 3D Print Camp, where elementary students will dive into the world of 3D printing using BambuLab printers! From discovering amazing 3D models to learning how to design their own creations with TynkerCad, campers will bring their ideas to life in a whole new way! Some materials provided by Tynkertopia. Other...
In this super fun class, we’ll play with different kinds of robots. We have the lil’ Ozobots, who can follow lines and do cool tricks when they drive over different colors. Then there’s the speedy Indi robots, who zip around as they drive over special color tiles. And let’s not forget about Dash, the robot...
3D Printing is Nerding’s all time most popular class! Nerds love to take this class over and over, so we are now regularly changing projects and to keep things fresh and challenging for returning nerds. Also, we have 6 brand new printers this year that are literally 4x faster! I know! We can barely believe...
Unleash Your Creativity with Graphic Design: Wearable & Sticker Edition! In this dynamic class, nerd designers will dive into the world of vector design software as they embark on a journey to create their own custom wearable designs and stickers. Discover the secrets of graphic design principles such as color balance and visual composition, and...
DroneTogether is bringing an exhilarating and innovative enrichment opportunity to Gilbert this summer. Come have fun spending time in one of the fastest-growing spaces in technology - drone flying. All flying abilities are welcome, as we build on basic flying skills to advance to more challenging and exciting opportunities. Some of the opportunities include tricks,...
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just bring your imagination. No ticket or registration required.