Computer Science Festival 2025

Session Descriptions

Presenters: Matthew Schofield

Spark & Solder: Intro to Electronics

Sessions: Tuesday 4A

Curious about how electronics come to life? In this hands-on session, you'll explore the art of soldering and practice connecting basic components like LEDs and resistors. Whether you're brand new or just need a refresher, this is your chance to fire up a soldering iron and get a feel for how real electronic circuits are made—no experience needed, just pure tech fun!

Presenters: Matthew Schofield

Crack the Code: Decode. Defend. Discover

Sessions: Wednesday 6BC Wednesday 6EF

Step into the world of cybersecurity in this interactive session. You'll get hands-on experience sending messages over a simulated network, securing two-way chats with basic encryption, and using a classic cipher wheel to explore how encryption works. Discover the fundamentals of ethical hacking and how to introduce students to the importance of digital safety in a connected world. No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity!

Presenters: Rebecca Hughes

Industry Insights: Know Your Enemy: Best Practices for Mitigating Fraud and Cyber Attacks in the Evolving Threat Landscape

Tuesday In the Cafe Immediately following Lunch.

Step into the world of cybersecurity in this interactive session. You'll get hands-on experience sending messages over a simulated network, securing two-way chats with basic encryption, and using a classic cipher wheel to explore how encryption works. Discover the fundamentals of ethical hacking and how to introduce students to the importance of digital safety in a connected world. No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity!

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