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HackerHive Uses

Trying to collect a list of what uses people would like to use the hacker space for. This is just to get things started. If someone has a better sense of organizational structure, please feel free to improve. I'm going to list some of the uses I would like to put the space towards and also leave name on them in case it helps like minds find each other.

Instruction

• I would like to take classes about Physical Computing: getting the computer to control objects in the physical world. MarkAnderson, ChristopherKlarmann, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikeHeckman, MikePerry
• I would like to take a certification course. This may also bring in revenue from outsiders interested in getting certified. MichaelDeese, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry
• I would like to teach classes on really basic computing stuff to bring in new members to the space. MarkAnderson, SimonDorfman, MikePerry
• I would like to teach classes on home or office linux and open source use. ChristopherKlarmann, MikePerry

Construction

• I would like to be able to construct robots, art objects, etc. in the space. MarkAnderson, MichaelDeese, ChristopherKlarmann, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikeHeckman, MikePerry
• I need a place to store and use chemicals for PCB fabrication. BenjaminEckel
• I want to use and share equipment [soldering/drills/oscilloscopes/logic analyzers/etc]. BenjaminEckel, ChristopherKlarmann, NeilTraft (costs permitting), HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikeHeckman, MikePerry, MarkAnderson
• I want to be able to do industrial work (welding, fabrication, woodworking). MikePerry, MarkAnderson
• I would like to be able to mount antennas, microwave relays, and satellite dishes. MikePerry
• I would like a work area large enough to work on vehicles, or at least garage-like where a vehicle could be brought inside.

Collaboration

• I would like to be able to work on projects bigger than what I can accomplish by myself. MarkAnderson, ChristopherKlarmann, NeilTraft, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikeHeckman, MikePerry, JoeEllis
• I would like to provide be able to attract Artists and Crafters to the space with our ability to help them with technical aspects of projects. MarkAnderson, ChristopherKlarmann, NeilTraft, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman
• This hacker space should bring people in the community together to learn from each other and help each other finish projects. BenjaminEckel, ChristopherKlarmann, NeilTraft, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman, MarkAnderson, JoeEllis
• It also may be interesting to see if any successful business collaborations come out of this. BenjaminEckel, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman, JoeEllis
• I would like a place where I can hang out with other folks while I work, even if we aren't collaborating, NeilTraft, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman
• I would like space where I can hold meetings or work with a group without disturbing others, NeilTraft, SimonDorfman, MikeHeckman, MarkAnderson
  • Side note: anyone else like the idea of a "study bar?" Check out this neat bar/coffee house in Austin... it's like Zot'z but they serve alcohol and have a kickin' patio: http://www.spiderhousecafe.com/

Media

• I would like to have media facilities to allow us to produce 'instructables' in various formats. MarkAnderson, ChristopherKlarmann, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman
• I would like to allow a portion of the space to be used for installations and exhibits. MarkAnderson, ChristopherKlarmann, HunterKing, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman
• I would like to have a hall big enough for a stage and seating so we could host speakers or musical performers. MichaelDeese, ChristopherKlarmann, NeilTraft, SimonDorfman, MikePerry, MikeHeckman, MarkAnderson

-- MarkAnderson - 04 Apr 2009