On the Use of the Word “Hack”
Let’s talk a little about the word “hack” and its appropriate usage.
Maker News
From advancements in technology and materials, to the development of innovative techniques and ideas, there’s always something new on the horizon. As a maker, your success depends on your ability to keep up with all these changes. Let’s take a look at some of the most noteworthy developments that are taking place in making right now!
Makerbot Lays Off 20% of Its Staff for the 2nd Time This Year
Makerbot, one of the most recognizable names in the 3d printing industry, has had a really tough year.
12 Exhibits You Don’t Want to Miss at Maker Faire Pittsburgh
Fun fact: The city of Pittsburgh has 300 steel-related businesses and 446 bridges. Located a few minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh, across any of several bridges, is one of the preeminent advocates for and thought leaders in experiential learning for children, the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh (CMP). Not only do the vast majority of their […]
Amazon Launches Handmade Marketplace, Goes Toe to Toe with Etsy
E-commerce behemoth Amazon launched Handmade today, a platform for independent artisans to showcase and sell their handcrafted products.
Tesla Coils, Star Trek Sims, and Poofy Fire at Colorado Mini Maker Faires
Colorado is now home to four Mini Maker Faires. Two of them will be happening this weekend — don’t miss out!
Why You Should Be Using a Linear Voltage Regulator
If your project requires stable voltage but you have an unregulated input, you’ll want to use the right kind of linear voltage regulator.
Hello, World Maker Faire
World Maker Faire isn’t just about sculpture and robots and art and fire — it’s also about the people whose lives are changed from attending.
