MOSI just updated their training schedule for the equipment in their shop. I know. Your first question is, “Why do I care?” Quite simply, if you’re a MOSI member (and memberships are as little as $45 per year), once you are trained on the equipment, you can use it! I can’t think of a better […]
Cheap, Simple Way to Store Electronics Components
Make only mentions resistors but I can’t see why this wouldn’t work for any other discrete components. It’s cheap, simple, and effective. What’s not to like? Simple Resistor Storage System
Startup List for South Tampa Maker/Hacker Space
I met with a contractor yesterday in South Tampa and have a tentative meeting with a second today. SLUG member Mul Duran also joined me and had a look around. The first estimate came in at less than half what I expected! I’ll post more details once I have estimates from enough contractors to make […]
Hackerspace or Makerspace?
I spent a fair amount of time yesterday flipping through the collected bylaws of some of the more prominent Hackerspaces on the website http://hackerspaces.org (a phenomenal resource btw for up and coming spaces). I am struggling with defining a couple of terms. 1. What is the difference between a hackerspace and a makerspace? Is one […]
What do you make?
Looking at space planning I think it would be helpful to learn a little more from those who would become members. Comment below and let us know. 1. What do you make? 2. What equipment do you want access to in our space? 3. If there are any other special requirements, what are they?
First Status Update
Finances and corporate stuff There a number of administrative and financial issues that need to be addressed in the very short term. I’ve identified experts I need to consult with each item. Since we have no money, I’m looking for some pro bono help to get things off the ground. Please use your network of […]