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The Cutting Edge of Engineering Gathers at Hackaday’s Superconference 2018

The Cutting Edge of Engineering Gathers at Hackaday’s Superconference 2018

Mike Senese

By Mike Senese

Mike Senese

Mike Senese is a content producer with a focus on technology, science, and engineering. He served as Executive Editor of Make: magazine for nearly a decade, and previously was a senior editor at Wired. Mike has also starred in engineering and science shows for Discovery Channel, including Punkin Chunkin, How Stuff Works, and Catch It Keep It.

An avid maker, Mike spends his spare time tinkering with electronics, fixing cars, and attempting to cook the perfect pizza. You might spot him at his local skatepark in the SF Bay Area.

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With around 400 attendees and 43 speakers this year, the gathering provides a nice mix of in-the-know intimacy with ample opportunity to meet fascinating new people.

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This Week in Making: Hackaday 2017 Grand Prize Winner and DIY Pinball Machine

This Week in Making: Hackaday 2017 Grand Prize Winner and DIY Pinball Machine

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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This week, check out the Grand Prize winner of Hackaday 2017: an open source underwater drone that’s both cheap and easy to make.

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Maker Pro News: Find a 3D Scanner Near You, Save Lives with Product Design, and More

Maker Pro News: Find a 3D Scanner Near You, Save Lives with Product Design, and More

By DC Denison

DC Denison

DC Denison is the co-editor of The Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection of makers and business. That means hardware startups, new products, and market trends.

DC manages customer stories at Acquia, the digital experience company.

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By Jon Christian

Jon Christian

Jon Christian is the co-editor of the Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection between makers and business. He's also written for the Boston Globe, WIRED and The Atlantic.

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Find the latest news about startups, products, incubators, and innovators.

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Playing with Hardware and Announcing Prize Winners at the Hackaday Superconference

Playing with Hardware and Announcing Prize Winners at the Hackaday Superconference

By Lisa Martin

Lisa Martin

A typical day for Lisa includes: getting up to see the sunrise, bicycling, interning at Make:, reading and writing short stories, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts for hours while working on projects or chores.

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Hardware Hackers gathered for a weekend of badge hacking, idea exchanging, and celebrated the 2016 Hackaday Prize winners.

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0,000 in Prizes Are Up for Grabs in This Year’s Hackaday Prize

$300,000 in Prizes Are Up for Grabs in This Year’s Hackaday Prize

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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The Hackaday Prize has launched with $300,000 in prizes. A new community vote feature makes it easier than ever to get cash for your build.

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