Stuff that interests me beyond Trains
My real interest in life is finding the last page of the internet
Arduino
Arduino is a microcontroller that uses a subset of the C/C++ language.
Don't panic, you don't need to be a programmer as there are many projects available for download on the internet.
I built a metronome and the software was downloaded, why reinvent the wheel?
A basic knowledge of electronics and soldering ability and you're right to go.
3D Printing
3D printing is fantastic; what more can I say.
Look to the right and see what you can achieve.
If you get into 3D printing don't buy a cheap printer, pay not much more and get a good quality one.
I highly recommend simplify3d.com for the slicer software, arguably the best available.
Music
I'm learning to play three different instruments, call me mad but that's the way I am.
Checkout the music page for details.
Learning to play a musical instrument is rewarding and in doing so you're learning a new skill and that in itself is enjoyable.
Try it, you might surprise yourself.
Electronics
Not much I can say about electronics other than I worked in an electronic design/trials laboratory for a number of years and then branched out into computers, cryptography and secure communications.
Have a look at "about Jim" page for further info.
