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Are you possessed by the urge to invent, design, and make something that others enjoy, but don't know how to plug into the Maker movement? In this book, you'll follow author David Lang's headfirst dive into the Maker world and how he grew to be a successful entrepreneur. You'll discover how to navigate this new community, and find the best resources for learning the tools and skills you need to be a dynamic maker in your own right.Lang reveals how he became a pro maker after losing his job, and how the experience helped him start OpenROV - a DIY community and product line focused on open source undersea exploration. It all happened once he became an active member of the Maker culture. Ready to take the plunge into the next Industrial Revolution? This guide provides a clear and inspiring roadmap.
About the Author
David Lang is a co-founder of OpenROV, a community of citizen ocean explorers and creators of low-cost underwater robots.
David is a contributing editor to MAKE: Magazine and the author of the upcoming book, Zero to Maker, where he chronicles his journey from under-skilled beginner to manufacturing entrepreneur and ocean explorer. The book is a guide for anyone-- regardless of experience level-- to get involved with the maker movement and digital fabrication tools, like 3D printing.
David was named a 2013 TED Fellow. Prior to underwater robots, David managed OCSC Sailing in Berkeley, California, where he helped hundreds of students learn to sail and led sailing adventures around the world.
Learn more at www.ZeroToMaker.com
