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3 Robots That Help Kids Learn to Code

Knowing how to program is an increasingly important skill in the world we are making. Thankfully, it’s never been easier to learn. Block-based languages like Scratch make it simple to start acquiring the base concepts of creating software. Python, a language I personally believe should be required for graduation from high school, is now ubiquitous […]

Continue Reading January 19th, 2017January 19th, 2017 Matt Stultz
Retro Gaming in Style with a Laser Cut, 3D Printed Case

Retro Gaming in Style with a Laser Cut, 3D Printed Case

This cool looking handheld gaming system packs tons of retro gaming goodness

Continue Reading January 19th, 2017January 19th, 2017 Jeremy S Cook
Maker Faire Is Coming to Chicago and Needs Makers

Maker Faire Is Coming to Chicago and Needs Makers

Windy City, here we come!

Continue Reading January 19th, 2017January 19th, 2017 Caleb Kraft
robotic assistant communicates using animated GIFs

The Peeqo Robot Communicates Using Only Animated GIFs

animated GIFs work great and are very expressive

Continue Reading January 18th, 2017January 18th, 2017 Andrew Terranova

3 Tips for Laser Cutting a Unique Business Card

pick up some helpful tips for laser cutting and engraving paper

Continue Reading January 18th, 2017January 27th, 2017 Caleb Kraft

3D Printed Material 10X Stronger Than Steel

A new way of 3D printing internal material structures that make them up to ten times stronger than steel at five percent of steel’s density.

Continue Reading January 17th, 2017 Gareth Branwyn
The Global Maker Faire Producer’s Summit Is This Weekend and I Can’t Wait

The Global Maker Faire Producer’s Summit Is This Weekend and I Can’t Wait

The people who run the show get to gather and swap ideas

Continue Reading January 17th, 2017January 18th, 2017 Caleb Kraft

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