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RE: Maciej Zamecznik Intends to Hack Like Heck

atomic-ton96 — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 20:20:39 GMT

is it possible port ipa coding to retropie?

RE: Regrouping after HLH

rocits — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 19:32:48 GMT

Great Post Doug, definitely some topics well worth exploring more.I would be interested in discussing the details further as it might have been something missed pre competition, especially for video edit beginners. i.e Project management, timing, logistics, scripts .. but I believe more workflow graphics/sketches should play a larger part of the process, mostly mockups/prototyping require a few sketches. I'm looking into sketch animation , graphics and 3d animation myself, it's not such a complex procedure to integrate into video as before, but I believe adds tonnes of value and distills principles,theories and execution clearly, procedurally and visually. Graphics in general can also provide a key pillars for scenes and comprehensive chapters of advanced subjects, I think there is equally as much work in modern video editing/cuts as in graphic design for video.

RE: Regrouping after HLH

andywest — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 08:39:49 GMT

Thanks for sharing! It was interesting to read your perspective on the contest.

I'm not enthusiastic about the image and ethics of hacking.

Making unauthorized copies of copyrighted software is simple theft; I don't even consider that hacking. Regardless, I think hacking can be done both legally and morally. As a software engineer myself, it would be hypocritical of me to promote software piracy. That's why the game I'm playing at the end of my project video is a free and original homebrew demo for the NES.

If you get the chance, take a look at the book "Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution" by Steven Levy. It's a great story about the original hackers going back to the 1950s and their sense of values.

RE: Regrouping after HLH

shabaz — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 23:00:18 GMT

Hi Doug,

I had hoped you would have been selected, despite your presentation being different, it wasn't negative at all. You've got a relaxed way of explaining things, and it's always clear. Take a look at this sometime, when I first saw it, it made me realise that if you do something well, it's ok to have different presentation skills.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCgCSMq5Xpo

They are the two most unlikely people to present a show, and their budget was likely less than $500 : ) yet they made fascinating content that can still be watched today.

Besides, engineers trust other engineers, they will see through marketing for marketing's sake, and gloss and presentation. The presentation while important, is always second to the deep content. And your skill-set is wide. Anyway, I believe you've got immense talent and know-how to inspire people of all ages into engineering - and these are skills you can use whenever you wish, perhaps the fit that you feel is right for you will come along sometime.

RE: Regrouping after HLH

genebren — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 19:29:24 GMT

Doug,

I thought that you did a great job! Not everybody can be great at everything they try. We all have our strengths and our weaknesses. I have no doubt that you could crank out designs at the desired rate and create real content that would inspire others (you already are doing that here).

I also understand your concerns in your statement "I'm not enthusiastic about the image and ethics of hacking", as an engineer, I too feel the same way. I take a great deal of pride designing and creating and expect others to respect what I have created and deal with me in an honest and ethical manner. In order to expect that, I have to be willing to do the same with others ideas and products.

I was very proud to have seen your efforts in this contest as I felt that you represented a lot of the values of this community in a honorable way. Dust off and get back on your horse!

Gene

RE: Regrouping after HLH

mcb1 — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 08:10:24 GMT

It's always a hard call if you have job security and are settled where you are.

As you grow older these become more important than the prospect of new adventures.

Having a very tight and controlled build is a very clever approach to sorting out the "men from the boys" so to speak and hats off to the organisers.

Well done for trying, you have now ticked that off your bucket list.

Thanks for sharing the experience

Mark

RE: Regrouping after HLH

jw0752 — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 05:05:34 GMT

Thanks for the unique and valuable peak into the workings of a very creative mind.

John

RE: Bald Engineer Intends to Hack Like Heck

sfugarino — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 22:23:41 GMT

This is your guy Element 14!

RE: Mini Arcade Retrospective - Looking Back at My HLH Journey

rocits — Sun, 08 Apr 2018 19:36:36 GMT

I see the cardboard version on your desk, that's really great , I think as an intro project like Google cardboard for VR would do really well!

Could you treat the cardboard version and make it strong enough to sustain constant use and be viable as a product!

RE: Mini Arcade Retrospective - Looking Back at My HLH Journey

mayermakes — Sun, 08 Apr 2018 09:47:22 GMT

before you invest in expensive software take a look at the open source options

I use kdenlive for my videos which is easy to learn and has tons of options ans features I may never use.
the Pro variant would be Davinci Resolve which is also free and allows to edit and grade on a pro-level ( it is used in movie production)

RE: Mini Arcade Retrospective - Looking Back at My HLH Journey

genebren — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 22:20:21 GMT

Andy,

Very nice review of your Hack. It is really nice to go back over a project and review what went right and what went wrong. This is a valuable step in the learning process. Only when you identify the mis-steps can you learn from them and prevent them in the future.

Gen

RE: Hack Like Heck - Youtube Playlist - Break out the Popcorn & Good Luck to All!

makerkaren — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 20:53:07 GMT

Thanks, Rory! I will likely be using this this weekend.

RE: Pi Play AR ( I & II ) | Lights, Camera .. Refraction!!!

millsdj — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 21:56:58 GMT

nice man, got my vote!

RE: SN35 Mini Update #04 – Not the end yet! – Hack Like Heck

rocits — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 17:51:06 GMT

So close , The overall design looks fantastic Benny! I presume you are going down the back-light route eventually? I was testing a basic light tracker and accidentally left the leds under the ps1 controller pcb, I don't think I've seen it purposely done before as in a specific pattern backlit in the traces themselves, like text or specific shapes etc.. the leds create very crisp little projection so you could just have shapes cutout. Also was trying to use translucent HDPE/milk cartons etc.. in various ways, like trying to create a up-cycled AR Headset version..maybe for type III! The back lighting and leds have great potential for a whole transparent/translucent style of modding! You could call it 'glass shrimp mods' or something that would give it a kick-start.. lol'

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It amazing what you can learn in a short space of time alright , same here, learned a tonne of new stuff, and the competition pressure really helps to push your ideas further!

RE: SN35 Mini Update #04 – Not the end yet! – Hack Like Heck

a531016 — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 12:51:20 GMT

That is such a shame, it was looking like it was shaping to be awesome!

I that clear PLA or Nylon you have printed in?

I am looking forward to seeing it complete, sorry you missed out on the video edit!