About us
Welcome to Code Breakers! We are the official local chapter and creator group behind the annual "Code Breaker Challenge" at DEF CON.
Since 2021, we’ve challenged DEF CON attendees to step away from their screens and dive into the history of cryptography. We keep the ciphers spinning year-round right here in Las Vegas. Whether you are a seasoned cryptanalyst, a weekend puzzle enthusiast, or someone who just wants to learn how ancient spies hid their secrets, you've found your crew.
What do we do?
We meet annually to hang out, socialize, and break codes. Our meetups are a mix of Hands-on decryption, Mini-workshops, Community building, and Challenge design.
Who should join?
Everyone! This group is strictly all-ages and beginner-friendly. You do not need to be a hacker, a programmer, or a math genius to join us. We provide the historical context, the worksheets, and the guidance. The only prerequisites are curiosity and a willingness to learn.
The Grand Finale: DEF CON & The Pool Party
While we have fun all year, everything we do builds toward the Code Breaker Challenge at DEF CON in August. Meetup members will have the chance to help run the event, test the puzzles, or compete to crack code first. And yes, those who conquer the DEF CON challenge (or help us make it happen) secure an invite to our legendary, highly exclusive Saturday Pool Party.
Come for the history, stay for the community, and get ready to break some codes.
Upcoming events
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