Linux is a free and open source operating system that has been in use since 1991. There are several versions available for different purposes, or personal preferences, and plenty of programs to run on this system. Users can navigate many Linux versions and the programs installed on them with graphic user interfaces, but one of…

Come out to Knox Makers for a board game night with fellow makers. Members are encouraged to bring board games and snacks/Thanksgiving leftovers. We hope to see you there!

Regardless of language, much of computer programming uses the same types of logic and reasoning to get our human ideas organized into steps a machine can understand and carry out. Tracy will focus on some of the broad concepts used in programming and teach some of the basic fundamentals to get you started toward completing…

If you have been to our space, you have probably seen the large, light up welcome sign, Farnsworth, hanging in front of the door when you come in. Farnsworth is ready for some new GIFs and pictures, and we would like to invite, to this class, all who are interested in learning how to create…

All makers will approach a project differently. Doug, Issac, Jondale, and Tracy will each describe the path they took, including all of the pitfalls, workarounds, and revisions, in creating their KILLSWITCH robot. Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share…

WordPress is responsible for more than a quarter of the browsable internet, and because it is so common, it is almost hard for criminals to avoid. A vast ecosystem of third-party plugins also ensure some percentage of the code will be vulnerable or even duplicitous. The means to scan the entire internet in advance allows…

Knox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public. Please note, this event will be held offsite. We will be…

This month’s meeting for the Knox Area Robotics Club will be a talk and tinker session. Members are encouraged to bring in robotics projects to work on and tinker with to collaborate and learn from each other. Show and Share will begin prompty at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM. Knox Area Robotics…

Knox Makers will host a member onboarding session for new members. This night will start with a brief overview of the resources, rules, and goals of Knox Makers. Afterwards, members should feel welcome to stay and socialize. The focus of this evening will be on members who are new to Knox Makers, but older members…

Have you been interested in working with Arduino but don't know where to start? We have got you covered! Ray will lead attendees of this class in building a digital music box to take home and show off with pride. In the process, students will assemble a battery-powered Arduino, audio amplifier, and speaker. Then, students…

Switching or linear? Ford or Chevy? Microsoft or Apple? Vi or Emacs? We may not settle the most contentious debates of our time, but we can better understand the basics of power supplies. Ray will provide an introduction to the purpose of power supplies and why we need them, the basic properties found in power…

Open hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see…

Open hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see…

Power supplies are the backbone of the electronics world, but choosing and using them can be daunting. There are many questions that must be addressed when working on your power supply project. Part 1 of this 2-part class will focus on exploring the different types of power supplies, the pros and cons of each, and…

Greg will introduce the metal shop with a basic safety discussion, tour of the metal shop, explanation of operations and procedures, and available equipment. Welding demonstrations and hands-on practice will be available for those interested in participating and making some sparks. There is some loaner equipment, but if you have your own welding gear, you…

Greg will outline techniques for welding in the metal shop. This class will begin with welding instruction followed by a hands-on shop class in which students will learn the effects of heat, ideal travel speed, welding position, and more. Those interested in participating and making some sparks after the class is over are welcome to…

Open hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see…

This month’s meeting for the Knox Area Robotics Club will be a talk and tinker session. Members are encouraged to bring in robotics projects to work on and tinker with to collaborate and learn from each other. Show and Share will begin prompty at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM. Knox Area Robotics…

Power supplies are the backbone of the electronics world, but choosing and using them can be daunting. There are many questions that must be addressed when working on your power supply project. Part 1 of this 2-part class will focus on exploring the different types of power supplies, the pros and cons of each, and…