07-26-2018, 05:48 AM
Bud,
Much of 3D printing is beyond me, too. Fortunately, I have two invaluable resources: a resident twelve year old and an ipad. I am amazed by what young people can quickly learn. And, to be completely honest, I am also amazed by what an old carmudgeon like me can learn with concentration and good instruction. There is an incredible amount of information available online and in books.
Somewhat related, It finally dawned on me why I feel uncomfortable in electronics stores. I don't know the brands. I have over fifty years of using tools and photographic equipment. Many of my tools go back further than that. I feel quite comfortable buying an Estwing hammer; Channelocks; or Starrett rules. With tools and photo equipment, my preferences are carefully honed with years of experience. With electronic equipment, I do not have that long familiarity with quality brands.
Related to that, I enjoy using old tools. My well tuned 1891 vintage Stanley jack plane and 1931 Delta table saw are a joy to use. My Tiltall tripod dates from 1979. Most of my film photo gear was several decades old. While I am amazed by the rapid advances in computer related equipment, I find the equally rapid obsolescense discouraging.
Old dogs can learn new tricks, just not so many and so quickly.
Ken
Much of 3D printing is beyond me, too. Fortunately, I have two invaluable resources: a resident twelve year old and an ipad. I am amazed by what young people can quickly learn. And, to be completely honest, I am also amazed by what an old carmudgeon like me can learn with concentration and good instruction. There is an incredible amount of information available online and in books.
Somewhat related, It finally dawned on me why I feel uncomfortable in electronics stores. I don't know the brands. I have over fifty years of using tools and photographic equipment. Many of my tools go back further than that. I feel quite comfortable buying an Estwing hammer; Channelocks; or Starrett rules. With tools and photo equipment, my preferences are carefully honed with years of experience. With electronic equipment, I do not have that long familiarity with quality brands.
Related to that, I enjoy using old tools. My well tuned 1891 vintage Stanley jack plane and 1931 Delta table saw are a joy to use. My Tiltall tripod dates from 1979. Most of my film photo gear was several decades old. While I am amazed by the rapid advances in computer related equipment, I find the equally rapid obsolescense discouraging.
Old dogs can learn new tricks, just not so many and so quickly.
Ken