# Episode 267: My fingers are like the pads on a dogs feet.Episode 267: My fingers are like the pads on a dogs feet.

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2020-07-03
- Length: 1h 00m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the challenges of using digital fabrication tools, specifically focusing on the Waser waterjet cutter and various CNC software packages like Vectric VCarve Pro, Easel, and Fusion 360. They debate the merits of simple versus complex software interfaces, with David Picciuto highlighting the Waser's lack of resume-cutting features and Jimmy Diresta advocating for software that exposes advanced settings gradually. The conversation also touches on practical maker resources, such as using large-format printing services for templates and leveraging community skills for one-off digital tasks.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=0) Introduction: Walmart visit and pandemic shopping norms
- [6:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=363) Mask culture and public interaction during COVID-19
- [14:28](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=868) David Picciuto's finger joint boxes and camera gear
- [21:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=1279) Hand-cutting vs. laser cutting and digital services
- [28:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=1709) Large format printing and full-scale templates
- [32:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=1927) Waser waterjet cutter operational issues and maintenance
- [39:40](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=2380) Software philosophy: Simple vs. Complex CNC interfaces
- [50:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=3016) User interface design and smartphone gestures
- [56:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-07-03-episode-267-my-fingers-are-like-the-pads-on-a-dogs-feet-episode-267-my-fingers-a#t=3413) Patreon support and content recommendations

## Topics

- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Validation & product-market fit](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/validation-and-product-market-fit)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Waser (tool)
- Vectric VCarve Pro (tool)
- Easel (tool)
- Fusion 360 (tool)
- PrusaSlicer (tool)
- Simplify3D (tool)
- iMovie (tool)
- Final Cut Pro (tool)
- Alex Steel (other)

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- [STL: Digital woodworking with MatterHackers](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-10-stl-digital-woodworking-with-matterhackers) (Shop Talk Live)
- [160: Chowdered up the Spoilboard](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2016-07-12-160-chowdered-up-the-spoilboard) (Embedded.fm)
- [Shifting Away From DIY - Pedetentious PnP Progress](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-amp-hour/2015-05-28-shifting-away-from-diy-pedetentious-pnp-progress) (The Amp Hour)
- [14: Top Tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/thoroughly-considered/2016-06-24-14-top-tools) (Thoroughly Considered)
- [STL273: Shaper Origin—Then and Now](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2022-08-26-stl273-shaper-origin-then-and-now) (Shop Talk Live)

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