Goran Vuksic is a Microsoft AI MVP and co-founder and CTO of syntheticAIdata. This December, he will show you how to build a robot that recognizes you at ALPHA Camp at Maker Faire Shenzhen 2026.
You do not need any experience with robotics or AI. Goran will guide you from assembling 3D-printed parts to training a computer vision model with Edge Impulse.
December 12–13, 2026 · Vanke Cloud City Design Commune · Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China
Turning Complexity into Simplicity: Making Complex Technology Understandable and Deployable
Goran Vuksic is an internationally renowned engineer, entrepreneur, robotics developer, and lifelong maker. As co-founder and CTO of syntheticAIdata, he has long explored how artificial intelligence, computer vision, and robotics can move from the lab into the real world. Beyond entrepreneurship, he is a Microsoft AI MVP, an active technology community organizer, and an international speaker, regularly sharing hands-on experience in edge AI, robotics, and the future of computing at global technology conferences.
Goran Vuksic and his robot
From AI-powered Star Wars robots to using synthetic data to solve real-world machine learning challenges, Goran is consistently passionate about turning complex technology into understandable, replicable, and deployable innovation projects. He believes the best technology comes not only from research papers but also from developer communities, open source collaboration, and continuous hands-on practice.
Explore the World of Robotics with Him
Theme · JBR-001 | Build Your Own Vision Robot
Experience level · Beginner-friendly, with no prior experience required
What if you could give a robot life and teach it to observe the world around it?
Welcome to the JBR-001 workshop—a hands-on journey into robotics, computer vision, and edge artificial intelligence (Edge AI). This session centers on JBR-001, an open source, 3D-printed companion robot developed by syntheticAIdata in collaboration with Arduino.
In this interactive workshop, Goran Vuksic will show you how to assemble JBR-001 from individual parts, give it motion and personality, and equip it with AI-powered object recognition. You will explore how hardware, software, and AI come together to create an intelligent robot—from controlling servos (servo motors) and sensors to training a computer vision model with Edge Impulse.
What You Will Learn
- How to assemble the full robot from 3D-printed parts
- How to control servos and sensors
- How to train a computer vision model with Edge Impulse for object recognition
- What are the foundational concepts of Edge AI
- How to integrate hardware, software, and AI
No advanced robotics or AI experience required—just bring your curiosity and passion for making.
A seasoned technical engineer will guide you one-on-one through the secrets of robotics—a truly rewarding experience.
This is exactly what Alpha Camp wants to give you—a real hands-on skill, a friend who’s got your back, or an idea you can put into action as soon as you get home.
What Else Can You Make at ALPHA Camp?
ALPHA Camp is a space for hands-on learning, experimentation, and collaboration at Maker Faire Shenzhen. Bring a question, an unfinished project, or a skill you want to share. You might sit beside an experienced fabricator or meet the person who helps you finish your next build.
Around 40 workshops and skill-sharing sessions are planned across two days. Explore laser cutting, advanced soldering, 3D printing, and AI-powered hardware alongside makers with real project experience. Around 70–80% of the program is designed around hands-on practice.
Your Two-Day Early-Bird Pass
Places in Goran Vuksic’s JBR-001 Robotics Workshop are limited. If you’re interested—or want to reserve seats in advance for more interesting and practical workshops—purchase the Alpha Camp two-day early-bird pass now. Once you have your pass, use the dedicated booking system to reserve the sessions you want to attend. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | Saturday–Sunday, December 12–13, 2026 |
| Venue | Vanke Cloud Design Commune, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China |
| Early-bird price | $ 59.9 per person |
| Regular two-day price | $ 89.9 per person |
| Savings | $ 30 |
| Early-bird deadline | November 20, 2026 |
| Availability | 100 early-bird passes only |
What Is Included?
- Two days of ALPHA Camp access. Explore around 40 workshops and skill-sharing sessions across both days.
- Your own NFC maker badge. Activate it at check-in, tap it for access, and use it to complete challenges and level up your virtual pet.
- Practical workshops led by experienced makers. Work with people who have used these skills on real projects.
- Lunch on both days. Your pass includes an on-site lunch each day.
- A certificate of completion and a maker passport. Complete the workshop and challenge requirements to receive your certificate at the event. Use your passport to collect stamps at participating exhibitor booths.
- Maker merchandise. Take home a sticker pack, a custom woven tote bag, and other event merchandise.
- Priority workshop reservations and access to the ticket-holder community. Book your preferred sessions early, get program updates, and connect with other participants before the event.
