Hardware Podcasts

147: Bolts for Tuco

Embedded.fm · 13 Apr 2016 · 1h 07m

What this episode covers

Micah Elizabeth Scott, an artist and engineer known for projects like FadeCandy and the Eclipse installation, discusses her transition from making art to creating tools for other creators, specifically the Wiggleport platform. She explains how Wiggleport aims to solve synchronization challenges for multi-channel audio and sensor data, drawing inspiration from her work on the Bela project and her own 'Eclipse' art piece. Scott also details her video content strategy, including her 'Coaster Melt' series and her Patreon model, which focuses on empowering viewers through open access and inspiration rather than exclusive content.

Most relevant to

founders before launch

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Planet Labs, Boldport
Products
Eclipse, Wiggleport, FadeCandy, Bela, Coaster Melt, Parametric speakers
Chips
Raspberry Pi, FTDI, Cypress FX2, FPGA
Also
Sar Drummer, BigClive, EEVblog, 99% Invisible, The Amp Hour, NEAT, Contemporary Jewish Museum, D/A converters, Patreon

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