On Amateurism: Interview With Jack Hitt, Part 1
The first part of a two-part interview with This American Life contributing editor Jack Hitt, about amateurism and the publication of his recent book Bunch of Amateurs.
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The Soul of America – We Are All Amateurs
Bunch of Amateurs by Jack Hitt hits the stands today. A contributing editor to This American Life, Hitt’s book argues that the “DIY impulse” and “amateur collaborations” are rooted in “the soul of America.”
O’Reilly/MAKE Microcontroller Ebooks and Videos: 50% Off Through March 30
From making LEDs that blink to making robots that see and talk, O’Reilly’s Netduino, Arduino, and robotics titles will propel you into the exciting world of creative electronics. This week only, save 50% on these popular ebooks and videos. Whether you’re an electronics expert or novice, your adventure starts here. Ebooks from oreilly.com are DRM-free. […]
Making Things See: 3D Vision with Kinect, Processing, Arduino, and MakerBot
Microsoft’s Kinect is a fascinating piece of technology. It seems that every day a new, remarkable hack shows up using this device. Interested in using the Kinect in your own projects? Check out Making Things See, available in the Maker Shed!
A Bookshelf for Bookworms
Redditor rariya posted this series of photos documenting the construction of a curvy bookshelf called Bookworm, which she designed and built as an assignment for class. According to her comments, the shelf is made of pine and is finished with linseed oil. It took about 35-40 hours to construct and she paid $165 for materials, […]
The Making of a New O’Reilly Media Ebook: Cool Tools in the Kitchen
Broadly defined, a Cool Tool can be any book, gadget, software, video, map, hardware, material, or website that has proven utility. The reviews there are not the kind of comparative reviews you’ll find in magazines and other websites, which give pros and cons for each item. Rather, our reviews are outright rave recommendations submitted by readers who swear by the items, telling you why you should use them as well. Think of this book as a very knowledgeable best friend recommending the coolest stuff in no uncertain terms.
Gift Guide: Bookworm
Give a book, and give your friends and family the gift of hours of creative fun! Made by Hand: My Adventures in the World of Do-It-Yourself, by Mark Frauenfelder Perfect for both the seasoned maker and the person who’s just starting to get tempted to tinker, the story of Mark’s travels through a year of […]
