Get more work done in less time and keystrokes, using the command line interface on Linux, Mac, & other UNIX-ish systems. Switch directories with”$OLDPWD” or “-” The $OLDPWD variable evaluates to the path of the previously visited directory. The hyphen(-) symbol as shorthand on most shells.Both are quick way to […]
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I fixed my keyboard with a tiny 3d printed part.The model is available on Github: MannyAdumbire/trackpoint-shroud-lenovo-thinkpad After years of heavy use, It became difficult to move the mouse/trackpoint on all three Lenovo TrackPoint II keyboards, To try and fix the issue, I removed the rubber nub that covers the trackpoint […]
I started using Git to version my 3d models, and Github to back them up online and share. I’m surprised this isn’t the more popular choice giving the number of benefits it holds over other static file hosting solutions. Here are a few benefits and drawbacks to using git & […]
Problem The Kohler brand soap dispenser in my apartment kitchen stopped working after the refill container neck twisted cleanly off. I considered re-attaching the neck using hot-glue or epoxy, but there wasn’t enough contact surface area to make a strong bond, so I brainstormed other possible fixes. Options Considered Ask […]
I got into 3D modeling a year ago as a hobby. Here are tips that helped me become comfortable enough with FreeCAD and Python to model, script, and print parts such to fix everyday household items.Full disclosure I had prior coding experience from web development, but am a new to […]
A few lessons I hope to internalize.. eventually: Approach sometimes trumps Skill In many problems, the method of approach can be much more impactful in reaching a solution, than the amount of skill used to tackle them. When working on Kohler soap dispenser adapter I could have avoided certain roadblocks […]