Camp Discovery
Pick a week, geek.
Camp Discovery
Pick a week, geek.
Bio: Ryan Finnigan
Ryan Finnigan is a local metal artist, roboticist, musician, inventor, and "hardware hacker" (someone who modifies there own existing electronics to make it do new things). He is self-taught in do-it-yourself electronics and arduino development, and has been an active participant in the electronic arts. Ryan is a recent ACRA award-winner at Vienna, Austria's 2010 Roboxotica robotics competition, representing Colorado and Durango as the first team from the state. He is a DIY enthusiast to the fullest extent and is deeply passionate about sharing his knowledge with others.
Ryan Finnigan: Physical Computing
Physical Computing + The Arduino
— Introduction to the Electronic Arts, Robotics, and the DIY Electronics Revolution
Learn about the history of physical computing, do-it-yourself electronics, and the arduino revolution (what the heck is an arduino?) from Durango's own mega-science geek, Ryan Finnigan! His hands-on workshops and demonstrations in the Mensch Spark Shop will offer a super-wow insight into the past decade's eye-popping advances in robotics. Come explore with us this fast-paced field and witness the many fabulous applications for the arduino (an easy to use, open-source electronics prototyping platform for artists, designers, hobbyists, and anyone interested in creating interactive objects or environments).
Double Feature Schedule:
June 8
- 4-5pm: Kid's workshop/demo (aimed at younger robot enthusiasts)
- 5-6:30pm: Adults workshop/demo (aimed at older robot enthusiasts)
June 15 (building from what was learned and practiced on June 8; attending both dates is not required)
- 4-6pm: Kid's workshop/demo
- 7-9pm: Adults workshop/demo
All four workshops are FREE! Get ready for some grokin' fun!
Geeky go-to sites: Check out the many uses and cool applications for the arduino, like laser harps and wearable art!