39C3 Workshop: Solder Your Own Meshtastic/Meshcore Node [28 Dec 10:00 - 11:30]

Anyone can build their own off-grid mesh communication from scratch! This beginner soldering class teaches you how to build your own full-featured LoRa mesh node from scratch. We will guide you through basic through-hole and surface-mount soldering techniques to build a custom, cat-shaped node! By the end, you'll have a fully functional node you built with your own hands, capable of running Meshtastic or Meshcore.

Note: This is a hardware assembly class; advanced software configuration is covered in the Meshcore classes.

Workshop Includes: Nibble Connect Unsoldered Kit

Student Prerequisites

• Laptop Required: Please bring a laptop (Windows, Mac, or Linux) with a USB port.

• Software: Install Google Chrome (for web-based flashing tools).

• Cable: A high-quality data USB cable is included in most kits, but bringing a spare USB-C and Micro-USB cable is recommended.