Learning Electronics

Noting some resources I have found useful. Add Ohms: This is a series of entry-level electronics video tutorials.  Short bits, nothing hugely in-depth.  And nothing for code – just pure electronic components. Arduino Starter Kit: Comes with actuators,...

BackupBuddy review and experience

The problem I have close to a dozen sites that I personally handle.  That includes feature requests, performance, and backups.  To perform backups, I pretty much set aside a decent chunk of time to manually export the WordPress databases, then I FTP down the...

Custom paper size for HP printers

I have a need to print 12″ x 30″ through my HP Officejet 7000 Wide Format printer.  Unfortunately, the ability to choose a custom size (outside of the predefined sizes) is not available.  It appears that HP removed the ability to make custom sizes a few...

Firsthand experience in 3D printing

It’s been around for years.  I’ve seen others generate prints, but have never done it myself.  That is, until now. Tonight, I unpacked a new DaVinci Jr Wifi.  Here are my thoughts on it: Fairly large – approximately 17″ cubed. Filament spool...