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During the demonstration, students also explored career options associated with drones, such as applications in farming, urban planning, water testing and conservation, telecommunications, electricity, and the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCODE313 is about inspiring the next generation of Detroit\u2019s great minds by using drones to get them interested in science and technology,\u201d said CODE313 Founder Bartel Welch, whose organization offers classes for kids and adults alike. \u201cWe want the younger generation to understand the unlimited potential and freedom that drones present, and we help them see the opportunities available to them.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>More than 200 Detroit youth received a chance to fly drones and learn about aerial technology at Michigan Central\u2019s first Youth Drone Demo Day. 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