So, I’m wrapping up my externship with the iDRONE League, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride! I thought I knew a thing or two about drones before this, but boy, was I wrong. Here’s the scoop on what happened during my time with the iDRONE League at the University of Idaho.

First off, building a drone. Building drones is like putting together a puzzle that can fly. And not just any puzzle – one where every piece has to be just right, or your puzzle piece might end up in a tree somewhere. But seriously, the hands-on experience was instructive and growth-promoting.

Then, there was the coding part. That’s a whole new ball game since I’ve had very little experience with coding. Learning to code was like learning a new language. The vernacular of the language is complex and challenging at first. Over time, I eventually picked up a few things that will be useful in teaching about drones.

But it wasn’t all just technical stuff. One of the coolest parts was getting to chat with industry experts. These people have been in the industry for years and have extensive knowledge. I got insights into everything from the future of drone tech to the ethical dilemmas surrounding drone use. It opened my eyes to the bigger picture.

Oh, and get this: part of my externship was to help build a drone curriculum for 9th-grade Physical Science classes. Yeah, I had to take all this cool stuff I was learning and figure out how to break it down for high schoolers. Talk about a challenge! But it is awesome to think that something I helped create could inspire the next generation of drone enthusiasts.

Overall, my time with iDRONE League was good. I learned a ton, met some incredible people, and dabbled in an industry changing the world. If you ever get to dive into something like this, I say go for it. You won’t regret it.

Now, excuse me while I go see if I can convince my school to start a drone club. Wish me luck!