i3 Detroit: The Motor City’s Own Hackerspace

In addition to being an online editor for MAKE Magazine, Michael Colombo works in fabrication, electronics, sound design, music production and performance (Yes. All that.) In the past he has also been a childrens' educator and entertainer, and holds a Masters degree from NYU's Interactive Telecommunications Program.

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Founding members Nick Britsky, Russ Wolfe and Ted Hansen take us on a tour of i3, Detroit’s premier hackerspace. Although well appointed with extensive workspaces and every tool imaginable, i3 Detroit’s real strength is its members, its sense of community, and the collaboration that occurs when makers have a place to meet and work.

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