Hardware Podcasts

Episode 095: Tandem Horse

Making It · 4 Nov 2016 · 1h 02m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the challenges of creative stagnation and the pros and cons of working alone versus collaborating. They share specific techniques for overcoming writer's block, such as using post-it notes for project ideas and focusing on small, manageable design tasks in Fusion 360. The conversation also covers the practical difficulties of moving heavy materials without help, the importance of labeling parts to avoid errors, and recommendations for other woodworking creators like Chris Salamon and Indiana Workshop Jones.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Make magazine, AutoDesk, Lincoln
Tools
Fusion 360, SketchUp, iMovie
Also
Chris Salamon, Indiana Workshop Jones, Brian McCauley

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