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!

What happens when a fat guy on a golf cart parks on my iPhone?
Easy DIY PVC Poolside Towel Rack
Making Mad Props for meltmedia's Interactive Superhero Marketing Launch: The HAT
Focus, Dammit! Or, How I've Learned to Control A.D.D.
A Maker Review on Bluetooth Smart Beacons (or Apple iBeacons)
2012 Kentucky Bourbon Trail
iPhone Lens Adapters from Photojojo
Electronics Workbench LED Upgrade
USB Foam Dart Launcher Assimilated (Partially)
Standing Desk Improvisation Inspiration with Little Perspiration
Backyard Propane Fire Pit, Pavers and Outhouse Project
Foam Core Backdrop Support Frame
Office Chair Land Speed Record?
Making Mad Props for meltmedia's Interactive Superhero Marketing Launch: The Rest of the Props
Rescue a Little Critter from Sticky Board Trap
Designing a New Man Cave and Workshop
Touch Screens: Some Interesting History and Info
June 18, 2014 is the National Day of Making
PC Power Supply Repurposed for Bench/Breadboard/Tinker Use
Domo Wobbly Balancing Robot Thing
FitBit Contest at meltmedia - No Cheat-O-Matic
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Disney Glow With The Show Ears Teardown
Cigar Coolidor (Wine Cooler + Humidor = Coolidor)
Dartboard Backstop from Office Corkboard
CAD: Now My Most Important Maker Tool
DIY Workshop Stereo Boombox Kinda Thing
How To Compete in Your Company's FitBit Walk Competition While Injured
My First Amplifier Circuit: LM386 Easy Amp
Tony Stark for Halloween 2010: The Arc Reactor (RT Mark II)
What happens when a fat guy on a golf cart parks on my iPhone?
Easy DIY PVC Poolside Towel Rack
Making Mad Props for meltmedia's Interactive Superhero Marketing Launch: The HAT
Focus, Dammit! Or, How I've Learned to Control A.D.D.
A Maker Review on Bluetooth Smart Beacons (or Apple iBeacons)
2012 Kentucky Bourbon Trail
iPhone Lens Adapters from Photojojo
Electronics Workbench LED Upgrade
USB Foam Dart Launcher Assimilated (Partially)
Standing Desk Improvisation Inspiration with Little Perspiration
Backyard Propane Fire Pit, Pavers and Outhouse Project
Foam Core Backdrop Support Frame
Office Chair Land Speed Record?
Making Mad Props for meltmedia's Interactive Superhero Marketing Launch: The Rest of the Props
Rescue a Little Critter from Sticky Board Trap
Designing a New Man Cave and Workshop
Touch Screens: Some Interesting History and Info
June 18, 2014 is the National Day of Making
PC Power Supply Repurposed for Bench/Breadboard/Tinker Use
Domo Wobbly Balancing Robot Thing
FitBit Contest at meltmedia - No Cheat-O-Matic
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Disney Glow With The Show Ears Teardown
Cigar Coolidor (Wine Cooler + Humidor = Coolidor)
Dartboard Backstop from Office Corkboard
CAD: Now My Most Important Maker Tool
DIY Workshop Stereo Boombox Kinda Thing
How To Compete in Your Company's FitBit Walk Competition While Injured
My First Amplifier Circuit: LM386 Easy Amp
Tony Stark for Halloween 2010: The Arc Reactor (RT Mark II)

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
How Stuff Works?

“HowStuffWorks explains the curiosities of our world, delving into everything from cyber security and housecleaning tips to the physics of black holes and the history of slang. We provide factual, unbiased content that’s fun to read — seriously, check out this piece on the world’s ugliest animal and tell us you didn’t at least crack a smile when you found out why blobfish are so ... blobby.“ —HowStuffWorks.com About page

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STEM Stuff
Stellarium

(This is the web version of the app.) “Stellarium Web [is] an online planetarium running in your web browser based on the open source Stellarium Web Engine project. Please report any bugs or ask questions on www.stellarium-labs.com or on our Github page. This web version of Stellarium is a [2-person] project: Fabien Chereau the original creator of Stellarium and his brother Guillaume.“ —Stellarium About page

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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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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
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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Women & Girls in Tech
Girls Inc. Girls in STEM

Girls Inc. provides year-round after-school programming, weekend activities, and experiences that expand upon and support girls’ STEM learning and engagement.

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Women & Girls in Tech
Girls Who Code (GirlsWhoCode.com)

According to their about page, 37% of computer scientists in 1995 were women. Today, it’s down to 24%. Attrition is highest between the ages of 13 and 17. “We're reaching girls around the world and are on track to close the gender gap in new entry-level tech jobs by 2030.”

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