Core Workshop

The HackerBox Core Workshop is designed to provide preparation for more advanced electronics projects such as the monthly HackerBox subscription boxes. The workshop features hands-on experiments with five different microcontroller platforms. These platforms were selected to leverage a range of development tools and various programming languages. Configure and program the ESP82666, ATmega328P, ESP32, SAMD21, and ARM STM32. 

Prototype an Arduino on breadboard platform from a bare microcontroller chip. Assemble the Wi-Fi Nugget soldering project to explore IoT and wireless network security. Experiment with various application areas including graphics, wireless communications, human-machine interface, security, and AI. Expand your electronics toolset with supplies and components selected to support many future hardware projects.

Workshop Materials Include:

• Seeeduino XIAO SAMD21 Module
• Wemos32 ESP32 CH340 Module
• STM32F411CEU6 Development Module
• Wi-Fi Nugget Solder Kit (8266 D1 Mini, OLED, PCB)
• Breadboard Arduino (ATmega328P Chip, Crystal, Capacitors)
• XL830L Digital Multimeter with Test Leads
• LCD 2.8 inch Full-Color Display 320x240
• PN532 NFC RFID Kit with Tags
• FT232BL USB Serial Adapter
• USBASP AVR Programmer with Cable and 10-6 Pin Adapter
• TXS0108E 8-Bit Bi-Directional Level Shifter
• 830 Point Solderless Breadboard
• Power Supply Module for Solderless Breadboard
• Joystick Breakout Module
• 600 Piece Resistor Kit
• 100 Piece 5mm LED Kit
• 140 Piece Preformed Jumper Wire Kit
• 40 Wire Female-Male DuPont Jumpers
• 40 Wire Female-Female DuPont Jumpers
• USB Hub with Individually Switched Ports
• Five Tactile 4-DIP Momentary Push Buttons
• Five Addressable RGB 8mm LEDs
• USB-A to USB-C Cable 1m
• USB-A to MicroUSB Cable 1m
• Iron-On HackerBox HackLife Patch
• Ten Random Hacker Stickers (example variety shown)

Online resources:

• Official Online Guide for the HackerBox Core Workshop