The Fab Academy community is geared up for another exciting year of innovation, learning, and collaboration, and it all starts with our dedicated instructors! Last week, Fab Lab ESAN (opens new window) hosted the Fab Academy Instructors Bootcamp (opens new window) in Lima, Peru; bringing together 22 instructors from four countries—Peru, the USA, Turkey, and Japan—who came to refine their skills and prepare for the Fab Academy 2025 cycle.

A Week of Learning and Collaboration

The bootcamp featured a blend of global meetings, hands-on workshops, and insightful discussions aimed at enhancing the Fab Academy experience.

Daily highlights included:

• Morning Sessions: Fab Academy Global Meetings where key topics were discussed, followed by engaging workshops on AI, electronics, and digital fabrication.

• Afternoon Project Development: Instructors divided into four teams to work on exciting projects:

• Assembly of the Open Source BCN3D Moveo Robotic Arm.

• PCB fabrication using the Carvera machine.

• Development of an AI-powered device for electronic component recognition.

• An AI assistant designed to support Fab Academy instructors.

Beyond the Classroom

In addition to the intense learning experience, participants also had the opportunity to explore Lima’s rich culture with a bus tour around the city, fostering stronger bonds among the instructors. The bootcamp concluded with project presentations, followed by a celebratory closing event to wrap up a successful week.

Preparing for Fab Academy 2025

The bootcamp provided a valuable opportunity for instructors to align with the program's evolving curriculum, collaborate on new ideas, and ensure a top-notch learning experience for incoming students. As we gear up for Fab Academy 2025, our global team of instructors is more prepared than ever to guide students on their journey to "make almost anything!"

🚀 Stay tuned for more updates and exciting announcements as we approach the start of the new cycle!

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