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This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the practical integration of Generative AI into business processes. Participants learn how AI can support process optimization, automate individual work steps, and increase efficiency in everyday work. The workshop provides an overview of current AI tools, introduces basic prompting techniques, and guides participants through the development and optimization of an AI-supported process. In addition, relevant legal frameworks such as the EU AI Act, data protection requirements, and copyright considerations are addressed.

Target: Other

Whether it is a workbench, a laboratory or a desk, everyday tools work better when each one has its place. In this workshop participants build a tool tray of their own from laser-cut plywood and 3D-printed inserts, dimensioned and subdivided around the tools they actually use. It is an entry point into digital fabrication for people with no previous experience: the whole path from an idea to a finished object is covered in a single afternoon. The tray is a modular open-source design available in two base sizes. Its parts — base, sides, corners, dividers, handle, hook and a Gridfinity base plate — are prepared in advance, and how they were produced is demonstrated on the laser cutter so that participants understand the process without waiting for the machine. Assembly then happens in two phases at the workbench, with sanding, gluing and finishing done by hand. Between the assembly phases participants work on the inserts. After an introduction to the FDM 3D printers they choose Gridfinity-compatible parts from open-source libraries, generate their own with the Fusion 360 Gridfinity generator, or produce a custom insert by photographing their tools on a sheet of paper and converting the image into a printable model. Participants are asked to bring the tools and objects they want the tray to hold; all materials are provided and the finished tray is theirs to take home.

Target: General

This workshop introduces the principles of Rapid Prototyping by challenging participants to design and build a Rube Goldberg machine. Working in teams, participants transform creative ideas into functional prototypes while applying design thinking and iterative development methods. After an introduction to prototyping concepts, participants plan their chain reaction, define individual process steps, and combine mechanical, physical, and simple technical elements into a complete system. Teams then build, test, and continuously improve their prototypes using a variety of materials and tools. Through repeated experimentation and refinement, participants learn how iteration, collaboration, and creative problem-solving contribute to successful product development. Example challenges include: • Designing a chain reaction that completes a simple task • Combining mechanical, physical, and digital elements • Improving the prototype through multiple testing cycles

Target: Other