{"id":7717,"date":"2025-09-19T23:17:38","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T03:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bidc\/?page_id=7717"},"modified":"2026-06-01T16:24:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T20:24:44","slug":"get-started","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bidc\/get-started\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Started"},"content":{"rendered":"
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We’re here to help you bring your dream projects to life. Learn more about how the process works below.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n

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We are here to bring your ideas to life! From projects for classes and clubs to personal projects, we would love to help you take your next step. Before you get started, take the membership agreement quiz!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Meet with a Peer Mentor to talk about project viability, materials, resources, and more! Check the Consultation Status channel on Discord to see when Peer Mentors are available at our center and virtually.<\/p>\n\n\n

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You will schedule your reservation during your consult. A Peer Mentor will help you with your project and guide you through using the necessary equipment!<\/p>\n\n\n

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