“What is he obsessed with right now? The answer is, “maker subculture,” which is where the latest in digital technology meets the classic do-it-yourself (DIY) world of crafting and small scale construction.”
Libraries are already on the cusp of evolving into “maker” and “hacker” spaces (i.e. 3D printing, programming, self-education, etc.). The below article from NPR provides more colour on this evolution.
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