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About Samuel L. Garbett

Samuel is a UK-based technology writer with a passion for all things DIY. Having started businesses in the fields of web development and 3D printing, along with working as a writer for many years, Samuel offers a unique insight into the world of technology. Focusing mainly on DIY tech projects, he loves nothing more than sharing fun and exciting ideas that you can try at home. Outside of work, Samuel can usually be found cycling, playing PC video games, or desperately attempting to communicate with his pet crab.

Latest Articles

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How to Create Permanent Tab Groups in Google Chrome

Regularly visit the same set of tabs? Why not take advantage of Google Chrome's tab groups by making them permanent?

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How to Troubleshoot Your Broken PC With ChatGPT

ChatGPT is incredibly useful, but can it guide you through a PC fix?

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How to Use ChatGPT for 3D Printing

ChatGPT can help you to create and fix G-code and STL files for 3D printing, and even generate simple 3D models. Let’s explore what it can do.

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5 Common Cura Errors and How to Solve Them

Cura is a popular slicer application for 3D printing, but sometimes it can throw errors. Here's how to fix them.

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What Is QMK and How Do You Use It to Program Keyboards?

Create your own custom keyboard layouts and macros with QMK to turbocharge your productivity.

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8 Illuminating NeoPixel Projects for Arduino and Raspberry Pi

Light up your electronics projects with super-bright NeoPixels. Check out these project ideas for inspiration.

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What Are Self-Driving Cars and How Do They Work?

Automakers are already offering semi-autonomous driving on cars, but this is just preparation for when they will not need a driver at all.

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7 Tips and Tricks for a Smooth Blender Workflow

Having a streamlined Blender workflow will free up time to focus on your designs. Implement these tips in your next project and see for yourself.

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How to Optimize 3D Models for Game Development

Elevate and streamline your game development with these 3D model optimization practices.

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Tesla Model X vs. Model Y: What's the Difference?

Tesla's two SUVs may look similar from a distance, but the closer you get and the more you compare, you start to see some big differences.

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8 Unique Sensors for Arduino Microcontroller Boards

Adding sensors to your Arduino opens up a whole new world of exciting projects. Here are some of the best sensors around.

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How to Maintain Your FDM 3D Printer

Perform these regular maintenance tasks on your FDM 3D printer to keep it working perfectly and get the best results.

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Arduino Simulation 101: Create Circuits Without the Hardware

Want to test out Arduino code without connecting hardware and electronic circuits? One of these Arduino simulators can help you out.

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How Does an if-else Statement Work on Arduino?

Running program code based on conditions is a fundamental part of development. It’s also a great way to get into Arduino programming.

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