Fall 2023 Workshop
Event Date:
October 16, 2023
Event Time:
5:00 pm
Event Location:
Boys and Girls Club of Durham and Orange Counties

Join us for an incredible 9-week journey that empowers students aged 12-19 to explore the exciting realms of software development and music production.Â
Our curriculum is carefully crafted to be engaging and hands-on, whether in virtual or in-person settings. Students dive into a world of creativity through a series of activities that include training, practical work, product packaging, and presentations.
But it’s more than just learning technical skills. Our workshops focus on nurturing essential life skills like collaboration, communication, and decision-making. Through fun team-building assignments, students build a strong foundation for future success.
At the end of this enriching experience, your child will have created something amazing—a video game or a music album available for download.
So why is this experience so important? In today’s world, these skills are like keys to opportunity. And at DBH, we’re committed to providing these opportunities, especially for our black and brown communities.
As your child journeys through our workshops, they’re not just gaining skills; they’re building a foundation for their future. They’re creating a professional portfolio and enhancing their resume, setting them up for success in whatever path they choose.
Don’t miss out on this chance to nurture your child’s potential. Join us at DBH’s STEAM Workshops and watch them shine!
You can pay fees later. The workshop costs $200, but it’s free to register. Within the duration of the program, we can discuss payment arrangements or request a scholarship option. Plus, there’s a chance that your fees might be covered by the end of the workshop.
This 9-week course will meet weekly on mons and weds from 5 pm – 7 pm EST.
Note: Each registered student must have their own email, this information is used to create the account for the Workshop App. The parent’s email must be different from the student’s. This also helps parents stay up to date with the student’s progress and keep communication during the workshop.
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Event Timelines
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5pm - 7pm EST - Student Driven Release Party!
Event FAQs
All classes run from 5pm - 7pm
oct 16 (mon)
oct 18 (wed)
oct 23 (mon)
oct 25 (wed)
oct 30 (mon)
nov 01 (wed)
nov 06 (mon)
nov 08 (wed)
nov 13 (mon)
nov 15 (wed)
nov 20 (mon) - optional
nov 27 (mon)
nov 29 (wed)
dec 04 (mon)
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dec 11 (mon)
dec 13 (wed)
The workshop is geared towards ages 12-19. We can accept younger students, if they feel so inclined.
The skills gained in the workshop are equivalent to the skills required of an entry to intermediate leveled professional in software development or music production. Skills gained are also transferable in college courses.
Each student must have their own email, this information is used to create the account for the Workshop App. The parent's email must be different from the student's. This also helps parents stay up to date with the student's progress and keep communication during the workshop.
Yes, you can choose to bring your own laptop, but computers and devices will also be provided for you.
We use Git, Jira, GIMP, Audacity, Sublime Text, OpenBOR Game Engine, and BandLab.
Git is a versioning control software that’s used universally across the IT landscape. It helps keep track of your code and allows for software development teams to collaborate on a codebase.
Jira is a universally used project management software for team collaborations.
GIMP is an open-sourced image manipulation software comparable to Photoshop.
Audacity is a free and open-source digital audio editor and recording application software.
Sublime Text is a sophisticated text editor that can be used as an integrated development environment(IDE) for coding.
OpenBOR is a 2D side-scrolling gaming engine used for building many types of games.
Bandlab is a cloud platform where musicians and fans create music, collaborate, and engage with each other across the globe.