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The makerspace movement is as nascent and revolutionary as the technology behind unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and this volume introduces readers to both fascinating worlds. UAVs are no longer science fiction. Though their surveillance capabilities are controversial, they're also being used for more practical purposes. This volume teaches young people how members of the maker movement are producing their own UAVs for productive purposes. Readers...
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If makerspaces allow young people to collaborate on building projects, then Arduino allows them to go to the next level. Arduino is a do-it-yourself kit that includes a microcontroller that makes using electronics more accessible. Basically, this means that even those who are not experts in electronics can do amazing things, such as build and program robots. This book opens young people up to the possibilities of this exciting world by explaining...
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Twine is no longer just for knitting. This popular online creation software is widely used, both by both professionals and amateurs, to create fun, interactive storytelling games. Far beyond simply writing text, Twine gives users the tools necessary for developing their stories into full-fledged narratives. This book offers a series of captivating and accessible activities that highlight the unique functionality of the Twine software, including its...
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Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that he made available online for free. He also designed a free application known as Hackety Hack that teaches novice programmers how to master Ruby. This is the intriguing story of an idealistic programmer who demystified the world of programming for young...
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Though 3D technology has been around for a while, it is now just emerging as a major player in media and technology. This informative book shows young people just how 3D works in movies, gaming, apps, and social media. It then guides readers on what courses to take to develop their tech skills in the field. Finally, readers learn how to go about finding a job in a landscape where businesses are now realizing the great potential of 3D, from animated...
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