Which is easier for someone with little experience - acquiring basic skills in Kicad? Or fluency in Sanskrit?
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Homework Machine Saves Time, Possibly - Make: Devadath PR's automatic homework machine was arguably more educational to build than the homework it wrote.

That's an awful lot of effort to avoid effort!
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Design for 3D-Printing - Rahix' Blog Deep dive into mechanical design that is optimized for 3d-printing.

This article has some really good ideas. If you've got some experience, you'll probably know most of them, but it's good to be reminded of important aspects now and again.
#3dprinting #fdmprinting #bestpractice #design #makerscene

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This would be a really cool teaching aid. I remember seeing a DIY guide for a wind tunnel a while back. Might be time to revisit the idea!
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Just Say “No” to New Year’s Resolutions - The Incurable Maker Let's cut out the nonsense of New Year's resolutions and just be creative. Being a maker is about whims and trying things out, not focusing on lofty goals.

Just say no to New Year's Resolutions!
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Do We Need Black Friday? A Maker’s Perspective - The Incurable Maker The avalanche of Black Friday advertising is reaching its peak. Are the deals as good as they seem? This Black Friday, let's choose to make, not just consume.

Black Friday for makers. How about Makers' Monday?
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Why Social Media belongs in the Maker’s Toolbox - The Incurable Maker Social media is a massive aid to makers. There are pitfalls, but the benefits far outweigh them. This will help you navigate your way around those dangers.

Social media - a tool you can't ignore!
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