make. break. in no particular order.

My name is Andy and I make lots of random stuff. Read more about me on the About page.

What's New, You Ask?

I've released a tiny little macOS menubar utility I use to quickly swap my SSH config files between different environments or use cases. It's called Sshwitch.

Side note: On this website, I am using the super-cool Input font for this site. If you write code and you want to use it for your code editor, grab it here: https://input.djr.com/

Latest Blog Articles

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
📆 Dec 30. 2025
📁 Computer Stuff

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

My thoughts on the CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 dock

The Shed Beast: A 12x16 Wood Frame Storage Shed
📆 Mar 23. 2020
📁 Uncategorized

The Shed Beast: A 12x16 Wood Frame Storage Shed

Designing and building a massive 192 sq ft workshop shed.

Fitness Tracker Tester (& Pokemon Incubator?)
📆 Oct 12. 2016
📁 Uncategorized

Fitness Tracker Tester (& Pokemon Incubator?)

A generic device for... testing fitness trackers. Yeah, testing.

Photo Parade!

June 18, 2014 is the National Day of Making
Dartboard Backstop from Office Corkboard
What happens when a fat guy on a golf cart parks on my iPhone?
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Update: LED Reading Lamp Materializing
Stripe - Card Processing for Developers
DIY Cornhole Game Set
Tony Stark for Halloween 2010: The Arc Reactor (RT Mark II)
Touch Screens: Some Interesting History and Info
Adjustable Workbench Cigar Holder
Electronics Workbench LED Upgrade
CAD: Now My Most Important Maker Tool
A Maker Review on Bluetooth Smart Beacons (or Apple iBeacons)
Desktop Warp Core - The SMD LED Strip Years
12VAC Power Supply from Ikea Wall Wart Light Power Supply
Easy DIY PVC Poolside Towel Rack
Quick Little 3.3V and 5V Benchtop Switching Power Supplies
iPotti #2: After a Number One, We Had to Make a Number Two
December 2014 Office Chairiot Mark II Update: Electronics A Plenty!
Backyard Propane Fire Pit, Pavers and Outhouse Project
Fitbit Cheat-O-Matic 2: 3D Printed Mechanical Simplicity
Office Chair Land Speed Record?
iPhone Lens Adapters from Photojojo
Hack the SparkFun Big Red Dome Button!
Sharp Clock (Saw Blade Recycling)
Objective-C/iOS/iPhone: UIColor from NSString
LED Reading Lamp
Fitness Tracker Tester (& Pokemon Incubator?)
Charlieplexing LEDs with an AVR ATmega328
How To Compete in Your Company's FitBit Walk Competition While Injured
June 18, 2014 is the National Day of Making
Dartboard Backstop from Office Corkboard
What happens when a fat guy on a golf cart parks on my iPhone?
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Update: LED Reading Lamp Materializing
Stripe - Card Processing for Developers
DIY Cornhole Game Set
Tony Stark for Halloween 2010: The Arc Reactor (RT Mark II)
Touch Screens: Some Interesting History and Info
Adjustable Workbench Cigar Holder
Electronics Workbench LED Upgrade
CAD: Now My Most Important Maker Tool
A Maker Review on Bluetooth Smart Beacons (or Apple iBeacons)
Desktop Warp Core - The SMD LED Strip Years
12VAC Power Supply from Ikea Wall Wart Light Power Supply
Easy DIY PVC Poolside Towel Rack
Quick Little 3.3V and 5V Benchtop Switching Power Supplies
iPotti #2: After a Number One, We Had to Make a Number Two
December 2014 Office Chairiot Mark II Update: Electronics A Plenty!
Backyard Propane Fire Pit, Pavers and Outhouse Project
Fitbit Cheat-O-Matic 2: 3D Printed Mechanical Simplicity
Office Chair Land Speed Record?
iPhone Lens Adapters from Photojojo
Hack the SparkFun Big Red Dome Button!
Sharp Clock (Saw Blade Recycling)
Objective-C/iOS/iPhone: UIColor from NSString
LED Reading Lamp
Fitness Tracker Tester (& Pokemon Incubator?)
Charlieplexing LEDs with an AVR ATmega328
How To Compete in Your Company's FitBit Walk Competition While Injured

Maker Resources

A radnom sampling of tools and resources I find useful. View all resources →

Learning Platforms
FreeCodeCamp

A non-profit organization that consists of an interactive learning web platform, an online community forum, chat rooms, online publications and local organizations.

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Resources for STEM

Find stuff for learning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. View STEM

STEM Stuff
Computer Science Unplugged

“CS Unplugged is a collection of free learning activities that teach Computer Science through engaging games and puzzles that use cards, string, crayons and lots of running around. We originally developed this so that young students could dive head-first into Computer Science, experiencing the kinds of questions and challenges that computer scientists experience, but without having to learn programming first.” —CSUnplugged.org About page

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STEM Stuff
Tynker

“Tynker’s mission is to provide every child with a solid foundation in computer science, programming, and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Our goal is to ensure that, by 2033, every high school graduate has been exposed to some formal coding education. We celebrated our 10th anniversary in 2022. We’ve helped more than 100 million kids learn to code. Our award-winning curriculum is used in more than 150,000 schools around the world.“ —Tynker About page

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STEM Stuff
National Geographic Kids

This site hardly needs an introduction, but here goes… This is the kiddo version of the world-renowned National Geographic Society’s website, with videos, articles, and games to get kids interested in science and exploration. All of this to further the Society’s mission: “Using the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of the world.”

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Resources for STEM & Women/Girls in Tech

Technology is super cool and it shouldn't care who makes it that way. Women/Girls in Tech.

Women & Girls in Tech
Tips for Getting Girls Involved in STEM

SAM Reader Brielle sent me this link from ITHARE.com. From the ITHARE About page: [They are a collection of] H.A.R.E.[s], which stands for “Honest And Restless Engineer”. Other H.A.R.E. rabbits may include other sub-species, such as “Heartless And Rough Engineer”, or “Hyperactive And Rebellious Engineer”, or even “Harebrained And Reckless Engineer”. Overall, some scientists argue that all H.A.R.E.s can be described by the following formula: H[a-z]* And R[a-z]* Engineer, but this is still a subject of numerous debates within Rabbit Academia.

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Women & Girls in Tech
Getting Girls Interested in Science

Article (May 21, 2015) by By Kerri Jansen of Metro Parent for Southeast Michigan - Think girls aren't naturally interested in STEM? Turns out our culture may be turning them off before they even get a chance to enjoy scientific subjects.

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Women & Girls in Tech
Career Guide for Women in Tech

“The tech sector can offer high salaries and great perks. Learn about job search strategies, tips for success, and employment resources for women in tech.” This article describes four steps to prepare for a career in technology: Determine your career interest, obtain an education, complete internships, and network.

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