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Blinky Name-Badge Making: Make & Take a Custom LED Name Tag!

  • November 06, 2024
  • 18:30 - 21:30
  • 1936 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15219
  • 8

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  • HackPGH members receive a discounted price.

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Let’s admit it - many tech conference badges have become rather complex over the years. Our instructor Anool would know - having helped build several over the years. On the other hand, options for office and children's name tags are incredibly dull.  If you're thinking: "Badges? We don't need no stinkin' badges..." we are here to change your mind with something fun and functional!

Join us at HackPGH to create a simple but attractive, multi-colored light-up badge that can be assembled in a jiffy: no soldering or microcontrollers required! Participants can customize their badges with both laser cut designs and chalk markers. Along the way, students will also learn the basics of how laser cutters work!

Materials used:

  • clear acrylic sheet
  • two multi-color LEDs (Light Emitting Diode)
  • brass wire
  • wire cutters
  • chalk markers
  • lanyards and clips (participants will have their choice)

Prerequisites: No experience required. All tools and equipment will be provided.

Age Requirement: 10+, minors under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Buy one adult or child ticket, get the second one half off! Email us for details. 

Instructor: Anool Mahidharia

Day and time: Wednesday, November 6th from 6:30pm-9:30pm 
Class will not take the full three hours. Extra time will be used for one-on-one help from the Instructor. 

Cost: $35 for non-members, $30 for HackPGH members. No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you must cancel, please notify HackPGH at least 72 hours before the class start date! 

Class size: 8 students max (not including adult/guardians accompanying minors)

HackPGH Membership Discount: Participants interested in using the laser and other shop resources after completing the class will have access to a special discounted month of HackPGH membership! 

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