Don Lancaster: The First Digital Maker
Don Lancaster invented a legendary keyboard, and explained the mysteries of logic chips for generations of DIY hobbyists.
history
Maker’s Knowledge
Maker’s knowledge is the unique understanding of a thing by the person who made it. Author and Make: contributor Bill Gurstelle talks about his books, his favorite projects and his ongoing study of the history of science and technology, where the concept of Maker’s Knowledge has been developed. It is knowledge only available to the […]
How We Got From Jacquard Looms To Desktop CNC Machines
View at Medium.com The folks over at Bantam Tools, who make a desktop milling machine, are dropping a nice history lesson for us, in order to educate makers on where CNC mills came from. The series starts with a brief breakdown of some of the common terms you’ll encounter and then jumps right in. What […]
Listen To History Makers With Dr. Lucy Rogers
a little bit of history with a little bit of humor
Pay What You Want for New Make: Books and Old Favorites
We’re offering another Humble Bundle deal on Make: books. This time we’re featuring some of our most popular books along with some new releases.
These Middle Schoolers Built a Custom Arduino Board Game to Explore Ancient Egypt
A hidden sarcophagus, digital dice, mummy voice over, and desert sound effects. This board game looks like it’s fun and educational.
Play Like a 1920’s Phone Operator with This Switchboard Gaming Interface
Hello, Operator! is the gaming experience that puts you in the role of an 1920’s phone operator. The controller is a vintage switchboard.
