Intro to Electronic Prototyping
Learning Path
Welcome to the Intro to Electronic Prototyping Learning Path! This hands-on series is designed for hobbyist makers and students eager to bring their electronics ideas to life. Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, each workshop builds on the last, guiding you through the essentials of soldering, PCB fabrication, and PCB design. You'll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to create your own custom electronics projects from scratch. Join us on this exciting journey into the world of electronics, where creativity and innovation meet!
Workshop 1 - Soldering Through Hole Technology
Project: Two-Tone Siren
Kick of your journey into electronics with Workshop 1! This beginner-friendly session is the perfect introduction to soldering, where you'll learn how to create strong, reliable connections on a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) using through-hole components. Whether you're new to soldering or just brushing up on your skills, this hands-on workshop will give you the confidence to tackle future projects. Come join us for a fun, supportive experience that's perfect for building your foundation in electronics.
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Workshop 2 - Soldering SMT by Hand
Project: PCB Ruler
Join us for Workshop 2 where you'll take your soldering skills to the next level by hand-soldering surface-mount technology (SMT) components onto a custom PCB ruler! This ruler isn’t just functional—it showcases common SMT footprints, includes a wire gauge tool, and features handy cheat sheet info to help you in future projects. It’s the perfect tool to keep in your kit and a great way to level up your precision soldering. Don’t miss out—come create something useful and fun!
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Workshop 3 - Soldering SMT - PCB Oven
Project: PCB Ruler
Join us for Workshop 3 where you'll take your soldering skills to the next level by hand-soldering surface-mount technology (SMT) components onto a custom PCB ruler! This ruler isn’t just functional—it showcases common SMT footprints, includes a wire gauge tool, and features handy cheat sheet info to help you in future projects. It’s the perfect tool to keep in your kit and a great way to level up your precision soldering. Don’t miss out—come create something useful and fun!
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Workshop 4 - PCB Fabrication - PCB Milling Machine
Project: Variable DC Power Supply PCB
Step into the world of PCB fabrication in Workshop 4! In this session, you'll learn to create custom PCBs using a PCB milling machine, transforming your designs into real circuit boards. From milling to drilling, you'll gain hands-on experience bringing your own PCB designs to life. Whether you're building something entirely unique or prototyping for a bigger project, this workshop will teach you the essential skills to fabricate your own boards. Come create with us and take your electronics to the next level!
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