‘The Big Book of Maker Skills’, Chris Hackett’s Illustrated Guide of 334 Tools and Techniques for Makers

The Big Book of Maker Skills is a guide featuring 334 tools and techniques for makers of all stripes. The book is written by artist, Popular Science columnist, and Madagascar Institute co-founder Chris Hackett, in collaboration with the editors of Popular Science. Among the book’s illustrated sections and tutorials: welding smarts, setting up a hackerspace, and biotechnology. The Big Book of Maker Skills is available on Amazon.

Makers, get ready: This is your ultimate, must-have, tip-packed guide for taking your DIY projects to the next level—from basic wood- and metalworking skills to 3D printing and laser-cutting wizardry, plus the entrepreneurial and crowd-sourcing tactics needed to transform your back-of-the-envelope idea into a gleaming finished product.

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