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How to Make a Scientist connects the worlds of the maker and hacker with that of the scientist and engineer. If you are a parent or educator or a budding maker yourself, and you feel overwhelmed with all of the possible technologies, this book will get you started with clear discussions of what things like 3D printers, Arduino, and open source software can really do in the right hands. If you've ever wondered what makes scientists or makers tick, or you're interested in becoming a scientist or maker yourself, How to Make a Scientist will both inspire and enlighten you.§§Written by real "rocket scientist" Joan Horvath, author of Mastering 3D Printing , and 3D printing expert Rich Cameron (AKA whosawhatsis), How to Make a Scientist is a friendly, down-to-earth chat about what scientists do, how they're both similar to and different from makers, and how to encourage new makers and scientists.§§Get practical suggestions about how to use technologies like 3D printing, Arduino, and simple electronics§Learn how to stay a step ahead of the young makers in your life and how to encourage them in maker activities§Discover how engineers and scientists got their start, and how their mindsets mirror that of the maker §§