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Vinyl Cutter 101

2019-05-11T00:00:06Z

Tvansant: /* Cutting the Vinyl */

== Why use Inkscape? ==
'''Inkscape''' is “professional quality vector graphics software which runs on Linux, Mac OS X and Windows desktop computers.” It is free and open source. The software we currently use to operate the vinyl cutter is proprietary. If you learn the basics of Inkscape, you can prepare your designs on your own computer. Inkscape can also be used for projects on our CNC machines and laser cutters.

Note that there are slight differences in the different platforms (Windows, Mac OS X and GNU/Linux).

== Choosing an Image (.bmp, .jpg, or .png) ==
A good image for a cut vinyl project has a strong outline and few very small details. Photographs generally do not work well. (It is possible to process a photo to convert it into an image that could work, but that would be a whole class in itself.) You may create your own images using Inkscape or a paint program, but we are going to assume somewhat less artistic ability and download an existing image.

Best practices dictate that you use only images for which you have explicit permission from the creator/copyright holder. (Just because you can find an image online doesn’t mean it’s legal for you to use it in your project.) For the demo we are going to use (and recommend that you use) pixabay.com -- a site with hundreds of thousands of images that are free to use. (They also include sponsored images that are not free. Check the license of any images you plan to use.)

In the '''pixabay.com''' search box enter one or more '''keywords''' and then choose '''illustration''' for the image type. The result often has several pages of images and you may want to modify your search terms. When you find a suitable image, click on it. Acceptable images state:
'''Pixabay License
Free for commercial use
No attribution required'''

Click on the '''Free Download''' button. Most of these are likely to be in .png format which should work well for this project. Choose the '''smallest''' of the sizes available. Click the '''Download''' button. '''Save''' the image in the same folder as your Inkscape file.

== Opening a Document in Inkscape ==
By default, Inkscape opens with a blank page, usually 8.5x11 inches with one layer. To make sure your design will fit on the license plate provided for this class you have been given a file with the outline of the plate. This file should have your name on it and it is located on the shared drive in the '''Vinyl_Cutter_101''' folder.

Select '''File -> Open…''' and navigate to the folder with your file. Click on the '''license_your_name''' file and then click the '''Open''' button. This file has been prepared for you and has the size and shape of the blank license plate already drawn. Your design must fit within this shape. The two red dashed lines at the sides indicate the width of the cutter path. This project will work best if your design does not extend beyond these lines.

== Saving a Document ==
'''We recommend you save your work early and often.''' Should you save it right now even though you just opened it? Yes, especially if you want to save it in a different location (like a thumb drive) or with a different name. You should also get in the habit of saving your work every time you do something you don’t want to have to do again if the power were to suddenly go out.

== Viewing Outlines in Inkscape ==
The lines in your design represent the path that the knife will take when cutting the vinyl. Using different colors and line weights can make it easier to keep track of different elements, but can also make it harder to see where the cuts will actually happen. A quick way to see such details is to choose '''View -> Display mode -> Outline''' from the menu. Once you see the difference, you’ll probably want to change it back to the normal display for now ('''View -> Display mode -> Normal''').

== Using Layers in Inkscape ==
'''Layers''' are another way of organizing content. They help to keep certain elements together and keep them separate from the rest of your design. The file you have been given has two layers, named '''blank''' and '''design'''. The layer named blank has the outline of the license plate. '''You should put all your design elements on the layer named design.''' The current (active) layer is displayed on the status bar at the bottom of the Inkscape window. If you click on the outline of the license plate, it’s layer becomes the current (active) layer and you should make sure to choose the design layer before importing your image or adding text.

== Importing an Image ==
Make sure the '''design''' layer is the active layer. Choose '''File -> Import…''' from the menu. Navigate to the folder where you saved the image you downloaded. '''Select your image''' and click the '''Open button'''. In the bitmap image import pop-up box select '''Embed, From file, and Smooth. Click Okay.'''

Don’t worry about the size and location of the image yet. We need to convert it to vectors and then we’ll move and resize it. As long as you can see the image, it’s fine right where it is.

== Tracing an Image (Converting Bitmap to Vector) ==
Your image should be selected when it is imported. (It will have a box of dashed lines around it with double arrows at each corner and the middle of each side.) It it’s not selected, click on it.

Choose '''Path -> Trace Bitmap''' from the menu. In the Trace Bitmap pop-up box turn on '''Live Preview''' by checking the box next to the Update button on the lower right side. You should see a rough copy of your image in the Preview box. If you chose a light-colored image you may need to increase the Threshold for the Brightness cutoff. (That should be the only setting you need to change for this project. If you can’t get a good outline, you could spend a lot of time playing with different settings or simply choose a different image.) '''Click Okay and close the pop-up box.'''

Your screen may not look any different, but what is selected now is a copy of your image in vector format. Drag it to one side and your image should be underneath. '''We should be done with that original image so click on it and delete it.'''

Remember that rule about saving early and often? This would be a good time to save your work.

== Transforming a Vector (Resizing & Moving) ==
You can resize elements by dragging the double arrows at the corners or sides of the selection box. '''Hold down the CTRL key to keep the changes proportional.''' You can move elements by dragging when the mouse is inside the element. (The mouse cursor will change to a four-way arrow.)

More precise changes can be made by entering values in the '''Tool Controls Bar''' (usually docked under the main menu bar).

Put the image where you want it, but you may decide to change its size and/or position after the text is added.

== Adding Text in Inkscape ==
Choose '''Create and edit text objects''' from the Toolbox (usually docked on the left side). Click and drag a rectangle approximately where you want to text to be. Make it bigger than what you think you’ll need. Type your text without changing the font or size. (The text tools can be finicky and I’ve had better luck putting the text in and then changing fonts.)

After entering your text, select all of it and then use the drop-down menus on the Tool Controls bar to choose your font, style, and size. Note that the fonts you have available will depend on the fonts installed on the computer you are using.

When you are done editing the text, choose '''Select and transform objects''' from the Toolbox. The text can now be resized and/or moved just like you did with your image. '''If you need to change the text''' (choose a different font or style or spelling, etc.) '''double-click on it'''.

== Converting Text to a Vector (Path) ==
Make sure you have made all the changes you want to your text. After this step it can’t be edited -- you’ll have to delete it and re-enter it to make changes.

Select your text and choose '''Path -> Object from path''' from the menu. The screen may not look any different, but a quick way to check your design at this point is to '''change the display to outline mode'''. Your image and your text should appear just as outlines. If anything is filled in, your project is not ready to cut.

If your design is ready to cut, '''save''' your work and '''exit''' Inkscape.

== Preparing the Vinyl Cutter ==
The '''power switch''' for the vinyl cutter is on the left side near the front. The '''control panel''' is on the front right side. If there is no vinyl loaded (or it’s loaded incorrectly) the display should read '''LOAD MEDIA!!'''

The '''stock rollers''' are on the back. The stock rollers are steel rods that support your roll of vinyl as it cuts. One stock roller should have two '''stoppers''' that help to keep the roll of vinyl straight. We’re going to assume you’re using a roll of vinyl. The procedure works pretty much the same for sheets of vinyl, but check the User Manual. (There’s a copy on the hard drive of the vinyl cutter computer). There is a '''Media Set Lever''' on the back right side at the top. This lever must be down to load or unload the vinyl and up when cutting.

The '''push rollers''' (the parts that hold the vinyl) must be lined up with the '''grit roller''' (the part that moves the vinyl forward and backward under the cutter). Load the vinyl from the back with the vinyl facing up, aligning it with the right-hand grit roller when viewed from the front so that it registers with the '''media sensor'''. Then, adjust the push-roller position to match the width of the medium. Position the stoppers and finger-tighten them. '''Remove the slack''' from the vinyl, line the front edge of the vinyl up with the front edge of the '''Cutting Mat''', and raise the '''Media Set Lever'''.

The control panel should display '''ROLL1 PRESS ENTR'''. (Yes, that’s how it’s spelled due to the size of the display.) Press the '''Enter''' button on the control panel. The '''Pen Carriage''' (the part that holds the knife) will move side to side and the vinyl will move forward and back a little bit as the machine checks the size and position of the vinyl.

'''In normal use you should not need to make any other adjustments or change any settings. If you do change anything, please make a note of your changes and return all settings to their previous values to make it easier for the next person who uses the equipment.'''

== Importing Your Design Into Vinyl Master Cut ==
We will need to get your design to a place accessible by the computer connected to the vinyl cutter. The easiest ways are to put it in the shared drive in the '''Vinyl_Cutter_101''' folder or on a thumb drive.

Start a '''New Document''' in Vinyl Master Cut. Choose a '''Legal size''' page in '''Landscape''' orientation. These choices are located on the toolbar at the top of the document.

Choose '''File -> Import…''' from the menu. '''Navigate''' to the location of your design, '''click''' on its name and then '''click Open'''. You will see a dotted line rectangle representing the size of your design. '''Click so that rectangle fits on the page. You don’t need to center it.'''

== Selecting Parts to Cut ==
When your design is imported all the elements are in a '''Group'''. (It’s really a group made up of two other groups. One group has all the elements from the license plate blank. The other group has the image and text that you added.) We don’t want to cut the lines that represent the license plate so we have to '''Ungroup''' them so we can select just the parts we want. Your design should be selected (with a dashed-line box surrounding it) when it is imported. Right-click on the Group and choose Ungroup from the pop-up menu. '''Do NOT choose Ungroup All.'''

Everything is still selected. A quick way to get just the design elements we want to cut is to click somewhere off the page (so nothing is selected) and then click somewhere on your design. You should see a smaller dashed-line box around just those elements. If you hover the mouse over the selected area, an Information box should pop up identifying the shape with a number (probably Shape 1 in this case) and giving the overall size and position of the shape.

== Cutting the Vinyl ==
With only your design elements selected, choose '''File -> Cut/Plot -> Send to Cutter…'''. On the '''General''' tab of the '''Send to be Cut''' pop-up box, set the '''Media Width''' to '''12 inches''', select '''Advance After Plot''', and select '''Auto Weed-Box'''. Nothing else should be selected for this project.

The preview window on the right side of the Send to be Cut pop-up box should show just your design elements (and the Auto Weed Box) as they will be cut. If those elements are correct, click the '''Cut Now''' button. The Send to be Cut box will close and the '''Vinyl Spooler''' pop-up box will open. Also, a '''Confirm''' pop-up box will open asking, '''Proceed with Cutting?''' Click the '''Yes''' button.

When the cutter is finished, use the '''left position arrow''' on the Control Panel to move the cutter to the left edge of the vinyl. Lower the Media Set Lever to release the push rollers. Use your hand to move the Pen Carriage out of the way and slide the vinyl toward you until it extends to where you can cut it off. '''We recommend using a letter opener or some other covered blade to avoid damaging the machine.'''

Exit the Vinyl Master Cut software and do not save changes.

== Weeding the Vinyl ==
'''Weeding''' is the term used for removing the parts of the vinyl that you don’t want to transfer onto your project. We recommend that you start with the smallest parts first (like the holes in letters like A, B, O, etc.) and work outward to the largest parts. Use the point of a craft (X-ACTO) knife to lift the edge of a piece of vinyl and peel it off the backing. Tweezers can help. Large areas may be cut with scissors so they don’t stick back onto your project.

Weeding can be the most tedious and time consuming part of a vinyl project, especially if you have small, detailed parts. Pay careful attention to keep track of the parts you want to keep and the parts you want to remove. Small parts sometimes get knocked loose when working on other areas.

== Transferring the Vinyl ==
After your project is completely weeded cover it with '''Transfer tape'''. Transfer tape looks very much like masking tape, but uses a different adhesive and comes in sizes much wider than masking tape usually does. Press down on the transfer tape with a '''squeegee'''.

Carefully '''peel off the backing''' leaving the vinyl attached to the transfer tape. Peeling at an angle to straight edges tends to be easier.

'''Line up your design''' over the license plate and then '''press down. Note: as soon as it touches it is likely to stick and will be difficult to reposition.''' Using an '''Application Fluid''' allows you to move the vinyl around and get it positioned exactly where you want it. This is especially helpful in multi-color designs. The drawback is that you have to wait for the fluid to completely dry before it is safe to remove the transfer tape.

When your design is positioned on the license plate, use the squeegee again to attach it firmly and '''remove air bubbles'''. (If you used transfer solution you should also wipe the tape with a paper towel and wait until it is completely dry.) Carefully '''peel off the transfer tape''' leaving the vinyl attached to the license plate.

Do the Snoopy dance! You’re done!

Vinyl Cutter 101

2019-05-10T23:56:32Z

Tvansant: Making a license plate project

== Why use Inkscape? ==
'''Inkscape''' is “professional quality vector graphics software which runs on Linux, Mac OS X and Windows desktop computers.” It is free and open source. The software we currently use to operate the vinyl cutter is proprietary. If you learn the basics of Inkscape, you can prepare your designs on your own computer. Inkscape can also be used for projects on our CNC machines and laser cutters.

Note that there are slight differences in the different platforms (Windows, Mac OS X and GNU/Linux).

== Choosing an Image (.bmp, .jpg, or .png) ==
A good image for a cut vinyl project has a strong outline and few very small details. Photographs generally do not work well. (It is possible to process a photo to convert it into an image that could work, but that would be a whole class in itself.) You may create your own images using Inkscape or a paint program, but we are going to assume somewhat less artistic ability and download an existing image.

Best practices dictate that you use only images for which you have explicit permission from the creator/copyright holder. (Just because you can find an image online doesn’t mean it’s legal for you to use it in your project.) For the demo we are going to use (and recommend that you use) pixabay.com -- a site with hundreds of thousands of images that are free to use. (They also include sponsored images that are not free. Check the license of any images you plan to use.)

In the '''pixabay.com''' search box enter one or more '''keywords''' and then choose '''illustration''' for the image type. The result often has several pages of images and you may want to modify your search terms. When you find a suitable image, click on it. Acceptable images state:
'''Pixabay License
Free for commercial use
No attribution required'''

Click on the '''Free Download''' button. Most of these are likely to be in .png format which should work well for this project. Choose the '''smallest''' of the sizes available. Click the '''Download''' button. '''Save''' the image in the same folder as your Inkscape file.

== Opening a Document in Inkscape ==
By default, Inkscape opens with a blank page, usually 8.5x11 inches with one layer. To make sure your design will fit on the license plate provided for this class you have been given a file with the outline of the plate. This file should have your name on it and it is located on the shared drive in the '''Vinyl_Cutter_101''' folder.

Select '''File -> Open…''' and navigate to the folder with your file. Click on the '''license_your_name''' file and then click the '''Open''' button. This file has been prepared for you and has the size and shape of the blank license plate already drawn. Your design must fit within this shape. The two red dashed lines at the sides indicate the width of the cutter path. This project will work best if your design does not extend beyond these lines.

== Saving a Document ==
'''We recommend you save your work early and often.''' Should you save it right now even though you just opened it? Yes, especially if you want to save it in a different location (like a thumb drive) or with a different name. You should also get in the habit of saving your work every time you do something you don’t want to have to do again if the power were to suddenly go out.

== Viewing Outlines in Inkscape ==
The lines in your design represent the path that the knife will take when cutting the vinyl. Using different colors and line weights can make it easier to keep track of different elements, but can also make it harder to see where the cuts will actually happen. A quick way to see such details is to choose '''View -> Display mode -> Outline''' from the menu. Once you see the difference, you’ll probably want to change it back to the normal display for now ('''View -> Display mode -> Normal''').

== Using Layers in Inkscape ==
'''Layers''' are another way of organizing content. They help to keep certain elements together and keep them separate from the rest of your design. The file you have been given has two layers, named '''blank''' and '''design'''. The layer named blank has the outline of the license plate. '''You should put all your design elements on the layer named design.''' The current (active) layer is displayed on the status bar at the bottom of the Inkscape window. If you click on the outline of the license plate, it’s layer becomes the current (active) layer and you should make sure to choose the design layer before importing your image or adding text.

== Importing an Image ==
Make sure the '''design''' layer is the active layer. Choose '''File -> Import…''' from the menu. Navigate to the folder where you saved the image you downloaded. '''Select your image''' and click the '''Open button'''. In the bitmap image import pop-up box select '''Embed, From file, and Smooth. Click Okay.'''

Don’t worry about the size and location of the image yet. We need to convert it to vectors and then we’ll move and resize it. As long as you can see the image, it’s fine right where it is.

== Tracing an Image (Converting Bitmap to Vector) ==
Your image should be selected when it is imported. (It will have a box of dashed lines around it with double arrows at each corner and the middle of each side.) It it’s not selected, click on it.

Choose '''Path -> Trace Bitmap''' from the menu. In the Trace Bitmap pop-up box turn on '''Live Preview''' by checking the box next to the Update button on the lower right side. You should see a rough copy of your image in the Preview box. If you chose a light-colored image you may need to increase the Threshold for the Brightness cutoff. (That should be the only setting you need to change for this project. If you can’t get a good outline, you could spend a lot of time playing with different settings or simply choose a different image.) '''Click Okay and close the pop-up box.'''

Your screen may not look any different, but what is selected now is a copy of your image in vector format. Drag it to one side and your image should be underneath. '''We should be done with that original image so click on it and delete it.'''

Remember that rule about saving early and often? This would be a good time to save your work.

== Transforming a Vector (Resizing & Moving) ==
You can resize elements by dragging the double arrows at the corners or sides of the selection box. '''Hold down the CTRL key to keep the changes proportional.''' You can move elements by dragging when the mouse is inside the element. (The mouse cursor will change to a four-way arrow.)

More precise changes can be made by entering values in the '''Tool Controls Bar''' (usually docked under the main menu bar).

Put the image where you want it, but you may decide to change its size and/or position after the text is added.

== Adding Text in Inkscape ==
Choose '''Create and edit text objects''' from the Toolbox (usually docked on the left side). Click and drag a rectangle approximately where you want to text to be. Make it bigger than what you think you’ll need. Type your text without changing the font or size. (The text tools can be finicky and I’ve had better luck putting the text in and then changing fonts.)

After entering your text, select all of it and then use the drop-down menus on the Tool Controls bar to choose your font, style, and size. Note that the fonts you have available will depend on the fonts installed on the computer you are using.

When you are done editing the text, choose '''Select and transform objects''' from the Toolbox. The text can now be resized and/or moved just like you did with your image. '''If you need to change the text''' (choose a different font or style or spelling, etc.) '''double-click on it'''.

== Converting Text to a Vector (Path) ==
Make sure you have made all the changes you want to your text. After this step it can’t be edited -- you’ll have to delete it and re-enter it to make changes.

Select your text and choose '''Path -> Object from path''' from the menu. The screen may not look any different, but a quick way to check your design at this point is to '''change the display to outline mode'''. Your image and your text should appear just as outlines. If anything is filled in, your project is not ready to cut.

If your design is ready to cut, '''save''' your work and '''exit''' Inkscape.

== Preparing the Vinyl Cutter ==
The '''power switch''' for the vinyl cutter is on the left side near the front. The '''control panel''' is on the front right side. If there is no vinyl loaded (or it’s loaded incorrectly) the display should read '''LOAD MEDIA!!'''

The '''stock rollers''' are on the back. The stock rollers are steel rods that support your roll of vinyl as it cuts. One stock roller should have two '''stoppers''' that help to keep the roll of vinyl straight. We’re going to assume you’re using a roll of vinyl. The procedure works pretty much the same for sheets of vinyl, but check the User Manual. (There’s a copy on the hard drive of the vinyl cutter computer). There is a '''Media Set Lever''' on the back right side at the top. This lever must be down to load or unload the vinyl and up when cutting.

The '''push rollers''' (the parts that hold the vinyl) must be lined up with the '''grit roller''' (the part that moves the vinyl forward and backward under the cutter). Load the vinyl from the back with the vinyl facing up, aligning it with the right-hand grit roller when viewed from the front so that it registers with the '''media sensor'''. Then, adjust the push-roller position to match the width of the medium. Position the stoppers and finger-tighten them. '''Remove the slack''' from the vinyl, line the front edge of the vinyl up with the front edge of the '''Cutting Mat''', and raise the '''Media Set Lever'''.

The control panel should display '''ROLL1 PRESS ENTR'''. (Yes, that’s how it’s spelled due to the size of the display.) Press the '''Enter''' button on the control panel. The '''Pen Carriage''' (the part that holds the knife) will move side to side and the vinyl will move forward and back a little bit as the machine checks the size and position of the vinyl.

'''In normal use you should not need to make any other adjustments or change any settings. If you do change anything, please make a note of your changes and return all settings to their previous values to make it easier for the next person who uses the equipment.'''

== Importing Your Design Into Vinyl Master Cut ==
We will need to get your design to a place accessible by the computer connected to the vinyl cutter. The easiest ways are to put it in the shared drive in the '''Vinyl_Cutter_101''' folder or on a thumb drive.

Start a '''New Document''' in Vinyl Master Cut. Choose a '''Legal size''' page in '''Landscape''' orientation. These choices are located on the toolbar at the top of the document.

Choose '''File -> Import…''' from the menu. '''Navigate''' to the location of your design, '''click''' on its name and then '''click Open'''. You will see a dotted line rectangle representing the size of your design. '''Click so that rectangle fits on the page. You don’t need to center it.'''

== Selecting Parts to Cut ==
When your design is imported all the elements are in a '''Group'''. (It’s really a group made up of two other groups. One group has all the elements from the license plate blank. The other group has the image and text that you added.) We don’t want to cut the lines that represent the license plate so we have to '''Ungroup''' them so we can select just the parts we want. Your design should be selected (with a dashed-line box surrounding it) when it is imported. Right-click on the Group and choose Ungroup from the pop-up menu. '''Do NOT choose Ungroup All.'''

Everything is still selected. A quick way to get just the design elements we want to cut is to click somewhere off the page (so nothing is selected) and then click somewhere on your design. You should see a smaller dashed-line box around just those elements. If you hover the mouse over the selected area, an Information box should pop up identifying the shape with a number (probably Shape 1 in this case) and giving the overall size and position of the shape.

== Cutting the Vinyl ==
With only your design elements selected, choose '''File -> Cut/Plot -> Send to Cutter…'''. On the '''General''' tab of the '''Send to be Cut''' pop-up box, set the '''Media Width''' to '''12 inches''', select '''Advance After Plot''', and select '''Auto Weed-Box'''. Nothing else should be selected for this project.

The preview window on the right side of the Send to be Cut pop-up box should show just your design elements (and the Auto Weed Box) as they will be cut. If those elements are correct, click the '''Cut Now''' button. The Send to be Cut box will close and the '''Vinyl Spooler''' pop-up box will open. Also, a '''Confirm''' pop-up box will open asking, '''Proceed with Cutting?''' Click the '''Yes''' button.

When the cutter is finished, use the '''left position arrow''' on the Control Panel to move the cutter to the left edge of the vinyl. Lower the Media Set Lever to release the push rollers. Use your hand to move the Pen Carriage out of the way and slide the vinyl toward you until it extends to where you can cut it off. '''We recommend using a letter opener or some other covered blade to avoid damaging the machine.'''

== Weeding the Vinyl ==
'''Weeding''' is the term used for removing the parts of the vinyl that you don’t want to transfer onto your project. We recommend that you start with the smallest parts first (like the holes in letters like A, B, O, etc.) and work outward to the largest parts. Use the point of a craft (X-ACTO) knife to lift the edge of a piece of vinyl and peel it off the backing. Tweezers can help. Large areas may be cut with scissors so they don’t stick back onto your project.

Weeding can be the most tedious and time consuming part of a vinyl project, especially if you have small, detailed parts. Pay careful attention to keep track of the parts you want to keep and the parts you want to remove. Small parts sometimes get knocked loose when working on other areas.

== Transferring the Vinyl ==
After your project is completely weeded cover it with '''Transfer tape'''. Transfer tape looks very much like masking tape, but uses a different adhesive and comes in sizes much wider than masking tape usually does. Press down on the transfer tape with a '''squeegee'''.

Carefully '''peel off the backing''' leaving the vinyl attached to the transfer tape. Peeling at an angle to straight edges tends to be easier.

'''Line up your design''' over the license plate and then '''press down. Note: as soon as it touches it is likely to stick and will be difficult to reposition.''' Using an '''Application Fluid''' allows you to move the vinyl around and get it positioned exactly where you want it. This is especially helpful in multi-color designs. The drawback is that you have to wait for the fluid to completely dry before it is safe to remove the transfer tape.

When your design is positioned on the license plate, use the squeegee again to attach it firmly and '''remove air bubbles'''. (If you used transfer solution you should also wipe the tape with a paper towel and wait until it is completely dry.) Carefully '''peel off the transfer tape''' leaving the vinyl attached to the license plate.

Do the Snoopy dance! You’re done!

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* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** [[Vinyl Cutter 101]] Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

Main Page

2019-05-09T18:54:30Z

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[05/07/2019]]
* [[04/30/2019]]
* [[04/23/2019]]
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

05/07/2019

2019-05-08T00:57:46Z

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[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Anyone''' - Bueller?
* ''' Tiffany, Kevin, Ned for just being awesome people'''

= LVL1 Makership =
'''Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues. We currently do not have enough funds to offer a Makership. The program is suspended until sufficient funds are collected to resume. See our treasurer to make a donation.'''

*Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
*Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
*Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
*If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!
*If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!
* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Equipment Report =

* The Endstop for the Shopbot came in
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety is Excellent!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/13/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - Has been postponed. Stay tuned for further updates

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/21/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/30/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''
** Will NOT meet on 16 May

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ???

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00 - 2:00pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* AWS DeepRacer meetup Thursday May 23 8pm in the classroom
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* LVL1 Birthday Party - Saturday, 6 July ?????
* Oh, Sh!t, Maker Faire is Next Weekend Hackathon - Saturday, 20 July ?????
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

05/07/2019

2019-05-07T23:46:24Z

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__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Anyone''' - Bueller?
* ''' Tiffany, Kevin, Ned for just being awesome people'''

= LVL1 Makership =
'''Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues. We currently do not have enough funds to offer a Makership. The program is suspended until sufficient funds are collected to resume. See our treasurer to make a donation.'''

*Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
*Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
*Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
*If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!
*If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!
* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Equipment Report =

* The Endstop for the Shopbot came in
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety is Excellent!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/13/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - Has been postponed. Stay tuned for further updates

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/30/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''
** Will NOT meet on 16 May

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ???

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00 - 2:00pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* LVL1 Birthday Party - Saturday, 6 July ?????
* Oh, Sh!t, Maker Faire is Next Weekend Hackathon - Saturday, 20 July ?????
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

05/07/2019

2019-05-01T01:24:27Z

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[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Anyone?''' - Bueller?

= LVL1 Makership =
'''Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues. We currently do not have enough funds to offer a Makership. The program is suspended until sufficient funds are collected to resume. See our treasurer to make a donation.'''

*Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
*Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
*Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
*If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!
*If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!
* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Equipment Report =
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa
* The endstop for the Shopbot will be here tomorrow, I'll bring it on Friday

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety is Excellent!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/13/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - Has been postponed. Stay tuned for further updates

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/30/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ???

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00 - 2:00pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* LVL1 Birthday Party - Saturday, 6 July ?????
* Oh, Sh!t, Maker Faire is Next Weekend Hackathon - Saturday, 20 July ?????
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

Main Page

2019-05-01T01:07:25Z

Tvansant: /* Recent Meetings */

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[05/07/2019]]
* [[04/30/2019]]
* [[04/23/2019]]
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** Wiki training - Tuesday, 30 April, 7:00pm & 9:00pm ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

04/30/2019

2019-04-30T23:26:05Z

Tvansant: /* Upcoming Events */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Andy''' - Hosted a THE PURGE
* '''Kevin and Aaron''' - Recovered the data on the file server
* '''Tiffany''' - for always helping someone else out!

= LVL1 Makership =
*Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
*Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
*Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
*If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!
*If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!

= Equipment Report =
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa
* The endstop for the Shopbot will be here tomorrow, I'll bring it on Friday

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety is Excellent!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 5/13/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - Has been postponed. Stay tuned for further updates

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/6/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched YouTube Hour with ████████████

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* Wiki training rescheduled for Tuesday, 30 April, 7:00pm - 7:30pm & 9:00pm - 9:30pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00 - 2:00pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

Main Page

2019-04-26T18:05:10Z

Tvansant: /* What's Happening? */

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!width="49%"|
|-valign="top";|
| colspan="2" |
|valign="top"|
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|valign="top"|

===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/23/2019]]
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** Wiki training - Tuesday, 30 April, 7:00pm & 9:00pm ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

Main Page

2019-04-26T18:03:01Z

Tvansant: /* What's Happening? */

__NOTOC__
{| cellpadding="5" style="border:1px; background-color:#f9f9f9; solid #B0B0B0; padding:3px; width:100%; margin-bottom:2px;"
!width="49%"|
!width="49%"|
|-valign="top";|
| colspan="2" |
|valign="top"|
|-
|valign="top"|

===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/23/2019]]
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** Vinyl Cutter 101 Class - Saturday, 11 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by CAD_Tim)''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

04/23/2019

2019-04-23T16:16:06Z

Tvansant: /* Upcoming Events */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Andy''' - Hosted a THE PURGE
* '''Kevin''' - Worked on filing LVL1's taxes even though he is no longer treasurer

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - fortnightly Mondays at 7:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by Cave Troll)''

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/6/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched YouTube Hour with ████████████

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* Wiki training rescheduled for Tuesday, 30 April, 7:00pm - 7:30pm & 9:00pm - 9:30pm ''(hosted by Tim VS)''
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

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This page is a free resource for all learning materials used in LVL1 workshops. Check our [http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Calendar] to see what LVL1 workshops are on the horizon! Enjoy!

== How to Host a Workshop ==

We love it when members of our community share their knowledge and expertise! Check out our [http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Hosting Guide] for assistance in organizing an event.

== 2019 ==
* March Laser Cutter and Vinyl Cutter workshop: 3/20/19 @ Noon Contact '''Ned'''.
* [[Magic Mirror 2019]] - Sunday, 14 April, 10:00am - 2:00pm by '''Andy'''

== 2018 ==
=== Woodworking Workshop ===
* Woodworking Workshop - A foundation Course (cutting boards), Saturday, 15 December, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
=== Neopixel Holiday Workshop WiFi Edition!!! ===
* Neopixel Holiday Workshop WiFi Edition!!!, Saturday, 8 December, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** '''[[NeoPixel Web Server]]'''
===Soapmaking with Helen===
*November 17 - [http://www.lvl1.org/2018/12/12/project-recap/ Project Recap]
=== How to Make Your Own Lip Balm ===
* October 22 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/10/12/upcoming-class-how-to-make-your-own-lip-balm/ How to Make Your Own Lip Balm]]
===How to make your own body scrub===
* September 10 - [[body scrub class]]
=== DIY Auto Repair Basics ===
* August 25
=== Shabori Dyeing ===
* July 25 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/07/13/makerfaire-workshop-july/ Makerfaire Workshop – July Shabori Dyeing]]
=== DIY Auto Repair Basics ===
* July 21 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/07/17/diy-auto-repair-basics/ DIY Auto Repair Basics]]
=== Making Jewelry ===
* May 30 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/05/15/makerfaire-workshop-may/ Makerfaire Workshop – Making Jewelry]]
=== Build a Cloud workshop II ===
* April 28 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/04/13/makerfaire-workshop-april/ Build a Cloud workshop II]]
=== Open Sew - Derby Edition ===
* April 18 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/04/10/open-sew-derby-edition/ Open Sew - Derby Edition]]
=== MotoPhoto Photo Frame Workshop ===
* March 28 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[MotoPhoto Photo Frame Mar 2018]]
=== Bath Bomb workshop ===
* March 17
=== Glass Bottle Decor Workshop ===
* February 28 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[Glass bottle Decor Workshop Feb 2018]]
=== Build a Cloud Workshop ===
* January 24 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[Build a Cloud Workshop Jan 2018]]

== 2017 ==
=== Cuttlefish Pewter Casting Workshop ===
* December 3rd
[[Cuttlefish Pewter Casting Workshop]]
=== Neopixel Holiday Workshop ===
* November 11th
[[NeoPixel Workshop Instructions]] - Neopixel Holiday Workshop By Andy Miller
=== Wemos D1 Mini ===
* July - [[Wemos D1 Mini]]
=== Raspberry Pi Magic Mirror ===
* February - [[Raspberry Pi MagicMirror]]

== 2016 ==
=== Start Sewing ===
* [[Start Sewing!]]
=== Raspberry Pi Workshop ===

* [[Raspberry_Pi_Jukebox|Raspberry Pi Workshop]]

== 2015 ==

=== Arduino 101 ===
* [[Arduino 101]]

=== Audio-Driven Flashing LEDs ===
*Illuminate an LED with varying brightness with respect to the amplitude of an audio signal: louder is brighter, quieter is softer.
[[Audio-Driven_Flashing_LEDs]]

== 2013 ==

=== FPGA ===
*[[FPGA]]

=== OpenSCAD ===
* [[Workshops/OpenSCAD]]

=== Raspberry Pi Bootcamp ===
* Presentation [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/RasPiPresentation.pdf in PDF Format]
* Presentation [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/RasPiPresentation.ppt in Powerpoint Format]

=== Sketchup Workshop ===

* Presentation [[File:3dPrintingAndSketchUp.pdf]]
** Links to plugins for SketchUp

== 2012 ==

=== Arduino: Beyond the Blink ===

* Presentation [[File:BeyondBlinkPresent.pdf]]
** Notes are on pages 71-140

=== Atari Punk Console ===
* Follow the build instructions at [http://jimmieprodgers.com/kits/apc/makeapc/ Jimmie P. Rodgers Make APC]
* Check out APC hacks [http://jimmieprodgers.com/kits/apc/hacks/ here]. A CdS cell is included for experimentation.
* More info [http://wiki.lvl1.org/APC#Atari_Punk_Console here].

=== Digital Electronics for Arduino ===
* [[Digital for Arduino]] - Digital Electronics for Arduino Workshop

=== Freeduino Games (Gadget Lab at U of Louisville) ===
Add some games to the Freeduino Frenzy/Spring Training workshops!
*[[Freeduino Games]]

=== KiCad Workshop (1/21/12)===

[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:KiCad.pdf Kicad Presentation]
[meatandnetworking.com/w/Kicad_Resources More KiCad links and resources]

=== Trilife Workshop (Gadget Lab at U of Louisville + LVL1) ===
Learn to solder by building a small board that interacts with others in a giant array.
*[[Trilife Workshop]]

== 2011 ==

=== Android Game Workshop ===
*[https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B4p7lji7MVk7NGU3Zjk1NDUtMTliMS00NzFhLTg4YTMtNjMzMjQ1ZWIxMzVm&hl=en&authkey=CLqd-usM] Android Slides PDF
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B4p7lji7MVk7YjBlN2Q1OTYtNjIyZS00MmZiLWIzMGMtYzMxMmNmZTQ0MGRm&hl=en&authkey=CMHRx3E] Android Sample App

=== February Freeduino Frenzy ===
* [[February Freeduino Frenzy]]

=== Griswold Christmas Light Controller ===
* [[Griswold]]

=== LVL1 Summer Camp ===

LVL1 Summer Camp was a workshop that is occurring during the month of June, 2011, taking up every Saturday in June, from 1pm to 5pm.

==== Eagle Workshop ====
----
===== Links =====

Eagle itself: [http://www.cadsoft.de/download.htm Eagle Download]

Sparkfun parts library used for this workshop: [https://github.com/sparkfun/SparkFun-Eagle-Library/raw/master/SparkFun.lbr Sparkfun Library]

Dangerous Prototypes Parts Library: [http://dangerous-prototypes-open-hardware.googlecode.com/svn/trunk/Eagle_Part_Library/dp_devices.lbr DP Parts Library]

Sparkfun Keyboard Shortcuts, Appropriate for most layouts: [http://www.sparkfun.com/tutorial/BeginningEmbedded/8-EagleSchematics/sfe_eagle_shortcuts.zip Keyboard Shortcuts]

CAM file: [http://www.sparkfun.com/tutorial/BeginningEmbedded/9-EaglePCBs/sfe-gerb274x.cam Sparkfun CAM, appropriate for GoldPhoenix]

===== Board files we created =====

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/capsLocker.brd Caps Locker Board File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/tinyBreakout.brd Caps Locker Schematic File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/vusbtiny.brd V-USB Tiny Board File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/vusbtiny.sch V-USB Tiny Schematic File]

===== GadgetLab TriLife blinker files =====
OK, this wasn't part of summer camp but it's here if you want more Eagle practice. [[GadgetLab_Trilife_Blinker]] is an Eagle layout project to route a board that contains about 10 parts and fits in a small footprint. The board controls the brightness of a LED depending on what neighboring boards' LEDs are doing. From the University of Louisville GadgetLab class.

==== Etching Workshop ====
----
Please See: [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/?p=47 Toner Transfer and Muriatic Acid Etchant: Making PCBs at LVL1]

==== Soldering Workshop ====
----
[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:Surface_Mount_Soldering.pdf Summer Camp Soldering Presentation]

If you'd like to create your own, you'll need these parts:

===== V-USB Programmer =====

* 1x AtTiny45, .3" SOIC package
* 1x Mini-USB B Port (surface mount)
* 1x Surface Mount Slide Switch (See Sparkfun)
* 2x 1.5k Ohm, 0805 Resistors
* 2x 68 Ohm, 0805 Resistors
* 1x Decoupling Cap
* 2x 3.3v Zener Diodes, SMB Package (Note: MUST Clamp Voltage to 3.3v)
* 1x Surface Mount, 6 pin, 2 row terminal block

===== Caps Locker =====

* 1x AtTiny45, .3" SOIC package
* 2x 68 Ohm 0805 Resistors
* 1x 1.5k Ohm 0805 Resistors
* 1x Surface Mount, 6 pin, 2 row terminal block

==== Programming Workshop ====
----
[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:Presentationn.pdf Presentation with Notes]

For Code, see [[Resources and Code]]

=== Pimping your Home Network with DDWRT ===

*[http://www.dd-wrt.com/site/support/router-database DDWRT Database Search]
*[http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Repeater_Bridge Creating a wireless bridge]
*[http://www.pennock.nl/dd-wrt/Multiple_BSSIDs.html Guest Wifi]
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=1w1FSYX70ejcjo5jaXnvqVe3HGLekPd3I0CW5LnRBrs6RnAOcU8jWBn4ES-Lb&hl=en_US&authkey=CKC21ZMF DDWRT Power Point]

====Parts for a custom home router====
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813153154 Motherboard]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820144151 RAM]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136771 Hard Drive]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811108196 Case]

=== Ruby on Rails Workshop ===
==== Source Code & Notes ====
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0Bzy184pfAcrUMThkNGVjMmItMWVmNS00OTM2LTg3ZTctOWY5MDk1MDdjY2Mx&hl=en&authkey=CP_Qo5kI] blog.zip
==== References ====
*[http://www.amazon.com/Design-Patterns-Ruby-Russ-Olsen/dp/0321490452/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305291175&sr=8-1|Design Patterns in Ruby, by Russ Olsen]
This book is both very readable (a rarity in tech books) and a fantastic introduction to Ruby for someone familiar with the GoF design pattern implementations in other languages. It has a quick Ruby syntax primer in the beginning, then jumps straight into the patterns.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Programming-Ruby-1-9-Pragmatic-Programmers/dp/1934356085/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1305291335&sr=1-1|Programming Ruby 1.9, by Dave Thomas, Chad Fowler, and Andy Hunt]
This is the latest edition of the book commonly known as "The Pickaxe" in the Ruby community -- in its first edition, it was the first comprehensive English-language reference for Ruby, and was therefore indispensable to someone just getting started with the language. The latest edition is still a great reference book to have around.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Agile-Development-Rails-Pragmatic-Programmers/dp/1934356549/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305291555&sr=8-1|Agile Web Development with Rails, 4th Edition, by Sam Ruby, Dave Thomas, and David Heinemeier Hansson]
Agile Web Development was co-authored by David Heinemeier Hansson, the creator of Rails, and was the closest thing that the Rails community had to "The Pickaxe" for Ruby, in its first edition. The authors have done a great job of cleaning it up and keeping it relevant, and the latest version covers Rails 3.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Rails-Way-Addison-Wesley-Professional-Ruby/dp/0321601661/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1305291830&sr=1-1|The Rails 3 Way, 2nd Edition, by Obie Fernandez]
Obie heads up the Florida-based Rails consultancy, Hashrocket, and was an early adopter of Rails, coming over from the Java camp. He's been a vocal advocate of best practices in Rails for just about as long as Rails has existed, and his book helps to explain not just how to do things in Rails, but why.

=== Tinkering to Commercialization Workshop ===
[[Media:Tinkering_To_Commercialization_-_August_2011.pdf|Tinkering to Commercialization Presentation]]

=== Twiddle N Scratch ===

*[[Workshops/TwiddleNScratch|Twiddle N Scratch]]

== 2010 ==

=== Freeduino Spring Training ===

[[Freediuino_Spring_Training|Freeduino Spring Training]]

Below are the lessons for the Freeduino Spring Training. They are Creative Commons licensed, so share and use. Pass them along. If there are issues (bugs) with the instruction, code or circuits, then email me brian_at_lvl1.org. The breadboard and schematic pictures are drawn using the [http://www.fritzing.org Fritzing] Program. Try Fritzing out - it is really cool!

*[[1st Inning]] - Arduino and Breadboard setup, Power
*[[2nd Inning]] - Blinking LED
*[[3rd Inning]] - Tri-Color LED fading
*[[4th Inning]] - LCD display
*[[5th Inning]] - Pushbutton switches
*[[6th Inning]] - Potentiometers and voltage dividers
*[[7th Inning]] - Photocell, Thermistor
*[[8th Inning]] - Spin a motor, transistors and diodes
*[[9th Inning]] - Sounds and speakers

=== Learn To Solder with Mitch Altman and Jimmie Rodgers ===
*[[Media:LearnToSolderWithMitch.odt|Flyer for the workshop in OOO Writer format.]]
*[[Media:LearnToSolderWithMitch.pdf|Flyer for the workshop in PDF format.]]

=== Intermediate Microcontroller Workshop, "Beyond Arduino" ===
*[http://drop.io/kt3wfh7 Presentation] - The Powerpoint Presentation used in the workshop, with notes.
*[[Resources and Code]] - The files used during the course of this workshop.
*[[Parts]] - Parts used in this workshop
*[[Media:Lvl1_avr_workshop.svg|Flyer for the workshop in SVG Format.]]
*[[Media:Lvl1_avr_workshop.pdf|Flyer for the workshop in PDF Format.]]

=== Minti Boost Workshop ===
[[MintiBoost]] Workshop Information for 12/6/10 and 12/18/10

=== Solder Your Own Freeduino ===
*[http://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software Download Arduino Software] the Arduino software and install.
*[http://arduino.cc/en/Tutorial/HomePage Arduino Tutorials] Arduino Tutorials
*[[Media:Solder_your_own_freeduino_handout.pdf|Solder Your Own Freeduino Instructions PDF]]
*[[Media:Solder_your_own_freeduino_handout.odp|Solder Your Own Freeduino Instructions Open Office Presentation]]
*[[Media:ResistorQV.pdf|Resistor Color Code PDF]]
*[[Media:Arduino_cheat_sheet_v02c.pdf|Arduino Cheatsheet PDF]]

=== TV-B-Gone Workshop ===
*[[Media:Tv-b-gone.odp|TV-B-Gone instructions Open Office Presentation]]
*[[Media:Tv-b-gone.pdf|TV-B-Gone instructions PDF]]

== Resources ==

*How to Solder
** [[media:soldercomic.pdf|Soldering is Easy Comic]]

[[Category:HOWTO]]

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/23/2019]]
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

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=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

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= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* '''Andy''' - Hosted a THE PURGE
* '''Kevin''' - Worked on filing LVL1's taxes even though he is no longer treasurer

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Brew Your Own Beer - fortnightly Mondays at 7:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by Cave Troll)''

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 5/6/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 5/20/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched YouTube Hour with ████████████

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm ''(coordinated by Ned)''
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon ''(hosted by Tiffany)''
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June ''(talk to Amy)''
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July ''(coordinated by Danielle)''

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

04/16/2019

2019-04-16T22:48:36Z

Tvansant: /* Upcoming Events */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Andy (Broken) for teaching the Magic Mirror Workshop. Also Brian W. and Tim VS for assisting.
* Ned gave a talk about Power Wheels at the Highland Park/Mid-City Mall branch of the library

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/22/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ??? ⋮)

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* The Purge! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am
* Wikithon! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon
* Hat-making for Derby! - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon
* Start-Up Weekend - Friday thru Sunday, 7 thru 9 June
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

04/16/2019

2019-04-16T20:28:05Z

Tvansant:

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Andy (Broken) for teaching the Magic Mirror Workshop. Also Brian W. and Tim VS for assisting.
* Ned gave a talk about Power Wheels at the Highland Park/Mid-City Mall branch of the library

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/22/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ??? ⋮)

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* The Purge! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am
* Wikithon! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon
* Hat-making for Derby! - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am
* How To Festival at the Louisville Free Public Library - Saturday 11 May, 10:00am - 3:00pm
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

04/16/2019

2019-04-16T17:10:36Z

Tvansant: Tuesday Open Meeting for 16 April

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Andy (Broken) for teaching the Magic Mirror Workshop. Also Brian W. and Tim VS for assisting.

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Safety!
** Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
** Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
** Do not leave equipment running unattended
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/29/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/22/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 24 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched ??? ⋮)

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
* The Purge! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am
* Wikithon! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon
* Hat-making for Derby! - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am
* Resin 101 Class - Saturday, 18 May, 12:00noon
* Detroit Maker Faire - Saturday & Sunday, 27 & 28 July

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/16/2019]]
* [[04/09/2019]]
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

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=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** The Purge! Spring 2019 Space Clean-Up - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** Wikithon Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon - 3:00pm
** Hat-making for Derby - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am - 12:00noon
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
** Magic Mirror - Sunday, 14 April, 10:00am - 2:00pm
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

Main Page

2019-04-04T19:52:30Z

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!width="49%"|
!width="49%"|
|-valign="top";|
| colspan="2" |
|valign="top"|
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|valign="top"|

===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** The Purge! Spring 2019 Space Clean-Up - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** Wikithon Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon - 3:00pm
** Hat-making for Derby - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am - 12:00noon
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
** Magic Mirror - Sunday, 14 April, 10:00am - 2:00pm
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

Main Page

2019-04-04T18:59:16Z

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__NOTOC__
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!width="49%"|
!width="49%"|
|-valign="top";|
| colspan="2" |
|valign="top"|
|-
|valign="top"|

===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** The Purge! Spring 2019 Space Clean-Up - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** Wikithon Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon - 3:00pm
** Hat-making for Derby - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am - 12:00noon
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Night of the Hat), 8:00pm
** [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays fortnightly (alternates with Soundbuilders), 7:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

04/02/2019

2019-04-02T22:59:32Z

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__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Terry for organizing the wood turning demo by Chef Bear
* Ned for locating and repairing a short in the lighting circuit

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/15/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/8/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 17 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched Freejack

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =

* The Purge! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am
* Wikithon! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon
* Hat-making for Derby! - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''
* See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

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2019-04-02T17:19:29Z

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__NOTOC__
{| cellpadding="5" style="border:1px; background-color:#f9f9f9; solid #B0B0B0; padding:3px; width:100%; margin-bottom:2px;"
!width="49%"|
!width="49%"|
|-valign="top";|
| colspan="2" |
|valign="top"|
|-
|valign="top"|

===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[04/02/2019]]
* [[03/26/2019]]
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

| valign="top" |
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** The Purge! Spring 2019 Space Clean-Up - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** Wikithon Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon - 3:00pm
** Hat-making for Derby - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am - 12:00noon
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]] / [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays alternating fortnightly, 8:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm by appointment

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

04/02/2019

2019-04-02T17:18:22Z

Tvansant: /* Upcoming Events */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Terry for organizing the wood turning demo by Chef Bear
* Ned for locating and repairing a short in the lighting circuit

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/15/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/8/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 17 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched Freejack

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =

* The Purge! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 10:00am
* Wikithon! Spring 2019 - Saturday, 20 April, 12:00noon
* Hat-making for Derby! - Saturday, 27 April, 10:00am

'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

04/02/2019

2019-04-02T17:14:17Z

Tvansant: /* Regular Weekly Meetups */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Terry for organizing the wood turning demo by Chef Bear
* Ned for locating and repairing a short in the lighting circuit

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/15/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/8/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!)''
** Paul is on vacation for a couple weeks. This project will resume on 17 April.

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched Freejack

* Fix-it-Friday Repair Cafe - Fridays by appointment
** Let us know at a Tuesday meeting that you want something repaired that Friday or post a request on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what you need repaired.

= Upcoming Events =
'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

04/02/2019

2019-04-02T17:06:53Z

Tvansant: /* Shoutouts */

__NOTOC__
[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]
= Welcome =

= Shoutouts =
* Terry for organizing the wood turning demo by Chef Bear
* Ned for locating and repairing a short in the lighting circuit

= Equipment Report =
* The Purge 4/20/2019
* Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment. Someone can get really hurt.
* Please give me as much information as possible; i/e links to websites. Consumables are difficult to find sometimes and I am not a mind reader!
* If your project doesn't fit on your shelf or in large member storage, please take it off site. The boneyard isn't your own personal storage shed.
* Community safety is more important than your personal convenience.
* Members, Please clean up the area around your shelf. We do not want to mistake trash for your project or vise versa

= First Time Visitor Info =
'''Are there any 1st time Visitors? Tour at the end of Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability'''
* Prime Directive: '''Be Excellent to Each Other'''
* Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian! Unattended minors will be converted to non-minors by a TARDIS or DeLorean as available
* LVL1 Means of Communication - http://www.lvl1.org/connect/
** Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
** Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
** Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
** Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
** Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
** '''learn@lvl1.org''' - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or ''host a workshop''? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
** '''broken@lvl1.org''' - Something broken? Something needs to be restocked?
** '''directors@lvl1.org''' - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?
* Culture of Cleanliness
** Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers
** Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
* T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting in the classroom!!! $10 each
* FREE stickers by the sign-in station! (You have signed the waiver, right?)
* We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

= LVL1 Makership =
* Makership Application Deadline - Last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
* Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of membership and $100 toward your project.
* Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership
* If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit!

* '''If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!'''

= Regular Weekly Meetups =
'''If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!'''

'''MONDAY'''
* Night of The Hat - fortnightly Mondays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/15/2019 ''(hosted by The Hat)''
** Soldering, Open making

* Louisville Sound builders - fortnightly Mondays at 8:00pm, next one on 4/8/2019 ''(hosted by Chris Cprek)''
** Make things that make noise!

'''TUESDAY'''
* LVL1 Open Meeting & Making - Tuesdays @ 8:00pm

* Directors Meeting - Normally the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00pm, next one on 4/16/2019
** Open to the public!

'''WEDNESDAY'''
* Dust Collectors, 7:00pm - 9:00pm ''(hosted by PAAaaAAaaaaUuUuul!!!!1)''

'''THURSDAY'''
* Open Code Night - last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, next one on 4/25/2019 ''(hosted by Kevin and Charles)''

* Threadsday Thursday - every Thursday Night ''(hosted by Madeline)''

* Power Racing Series - Back in action; on Thursdays now ''(hosted by Ned or David)''
** Build an electric Go-kart out of a PowerWheels

''' FRIDAY'''
* Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - every Friday at 8:00pm
** Watch a movie of wildly varying degrees of quality
** Bring a project work on while you ignore the movie
** Ignore your project while you work on the movie
** Group food order (usually pizza, $7/person, or Chinese, $9/person) around 7:30pm
** Last Friday we watched Freejack

= Upcoming Events =
'''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''

= SHOW AND TELL! =
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''

'''Need a project for any materials?'''

'''Tell us what you're hacking on!'''

*

= HACK ON! =
* See a director for t-shirts ($10 - cheap)!
* Tour starting by the front door!

= Meeting Notes =
* Attendance:
* Meeting Start:
* Meeting Stop:
* Tour Guide:
* Notes Taken:

Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe

2019-04-02T16:59:59Z

Tvansant:

'''Note:''' Please let us know ahead of time if you want to make use of this service. You can drop by one of our Tuesday meetings to request a repair for that Friday or just post a note on our Google Group (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1) so we know to expect you and what type of repair you need.

Ben Hibben (''Blenster'') hosts a free ''"Repair Cafe"'' in order to help keep broken items out of landfills. Volunteers are encouraged to join in and help in the repairs. Typical hours are 8pm to 10pm on Friday Nights however these may vary. Want to try it yourself with a little bit of "backup" around? Perfectly OK! Want to learn how things work? This is a perfect opportunity to volunteer and learn! Please bring any spare parts you may need (especially if you already know what's broken).

Obviously there's no warranty, express or implied.

===Items that have been successfully fixed include:===
* Mechanical Typewriters
* Saxophone
* Antique Clock
* Old Fans
* Lamps
* Vacuum Cleaner
* TVs
* PS4 HDMI ports
* Computers
* Scooters
* Drones
* And more!

Main Page

2019-03-22T17:50:44Z

Tvansant: /* What's Happening? */

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including [[Older_Meetings|minutes]] to every one of our open meetings, our [[Bylaws|bylaws]], plus [[LVL1_Member_Projects_on_The_Net|projects]], [[Equipment|tools]], instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[03/19/2019]]
* [[03/12/2019]]
* [[03/05/2019]]
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

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[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''[[Special Events]]'''
** [[Handmade Winter Clothing Item Donations 2018-2019]]
** Wood Turning Demo - Saturday, 30 March, 10:30am and again at 1:00pm
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]] / [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays alternating fortnightly, 8:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

NeoPixel Web Server

2019-03-16T19:22:12Z

Tvansant:

Instructions

1. Install Arduino IDE software. Not the web one. https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software

2. Install the NodeMCU software using the instructions on this page https://randomnerdtutorials.com/how-to-install-esp8266-board-arduino-ide/

* On step 4, select the current version (v2.4.2 at the time of this workshop, December 2018).
* On step 5, select the NodeMCU 1.0 (ESP-12E Module) board for this workshop.

3. Install the FASTLED library
* Select Arduino->sketch->include library->manage libraries
* Search for FASTLED and install (version 3.2.1 at the time of this workshop, December 2018).

4. Download the arduino software for the fastled webserver https://github.com/jasoncoon/esp8266-fastled-webserver

* Click the "Clone or download" button and download the zip. Save this zip file on your desktop or in the documents folder
* Right click to unzip the software
* Rename the folder to "esp8266-fastled-webserver" (removing the "-master" from the default name).

5. Navigate to the folder and run the esp8266-fastled-webserver.ino file

* Find the sections that start with '#include "FSBrowser.h"' and '#include "Secrets.h"' and replace those sections with these:

#include "FSBrowser.h"

#define DATA_PIN 5 //LVL1 change this! This is D5
#define LED_TYPE WS2811
#define COLOR_ORDER RGB
#define NUM_LEDS 30 //change this!

#define MILLI_AMPS 2000 // IMPORTANT: set the max milli-Amps of your power supply (4A = 4000mA)
#define FRAMES_PER_SECOND 120 // here you can control the speed. With the Access Point / Web Server the animations run a bit slower.

//LVL1 change this to true!
const bool apMode = true;

//LVL1 Comment this secrets.h
//#include "Secrets.h" // this file is intentionally not included in the sketch, so nobody accidentally commits their secret information.
// create a Secrets.h file with the following:

// AP mode password
//LVL1 uncomment this!
const char WiFiAPPSK[] = "your-password";

// Wi-Fi network to connect to (if not in AP mode)
//LVL1 uncomment this!
char* ssid = "your-ssid";
char* password = "your-password";

* Save the changes.

6. Install the Arduino ESP8266FS tool from http://esp8266.github.io/Arduino/versions/2.3.0/doc/filesystem.html#uploading-files-to-file-system

* In the step that tells you to open a sketch, open the esp8266-fastled-webserver.ino we downloaded earlier.
** The data folder should already be there and you shouldn't need to manually copy anything into it.
* Connect the ESP8266 board to your computer and select the appropriate COM port
* In the Arduino IDE select Tools->ESP8266 Sketch Data Upload.

7. Upload the sketch to the ESP8266 board.

8. Disconnect the ESP8266 board from the computer.

9. Connect the LED strip to the ESP8266 board with the supplied jumpers. Refer to the illustration below.
* The Din connection (in the center) on the LED strip connects to D5 (also labeled as GPIO14 in the illustration) on the ESP8266 board.
* The GND connection on the LED strip connects to a GND pin on the ESP8266 board (there's one right next to the D5 pin).
* The +5V connection on the LED strip connects to a 3V3 pin on the ESP8266 board (there's one right next to the GND pin).

10. Connect the ESP8266 to power using the USB cable.

11. On your phone or tablet, connect to the wi-fi signal from the ESP8266. (It will be named ESP8266 Thing ####.) You may get a "no internet" warning that you can ignore.
* The password is "your-password"
** In AP Mode (Access Point) the password is in the sketch in the line that says
*** const char WiFiAPPSK[] = "your-password";
** You can change it in the sketch, but very short passwords don't work well. You will have to upload the sketch after changing it.

12. Open a web browser and enter 192.168.0.4 and the ESP8266 + FastLED by Evil Genius Labs page should open.
* Use the buttons and sliders to set the colors/pattern you want.
** '''Note:''' According to the FastLED FAQ on GitHub, '' "Not all LED chipsets receive their data in RGB order." '' CAD_Tim discovered when trying to set the LEDs to solid green (for St. Patrick's day) that the red and green controls are reversed on the set from this workshop. Test the color settings on your LEDs. In this case the fix was to edit the line the line below in your sketch, reconnect the ESP8266 to your computer, and then upload the changed file.

#define COLOR_ORDER GRB

[[File:Node-mcu-pinout-esp8266-12E.png|left|frame|ESP8266 pinouts]]

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Officers and Directors

2019-03-06T18:31:53Z

Tvansant: /* Contact */

==Officer/Directors Links==
[[Officers_and_Directors]] | [[O&D Meetings]] | [[O&D Current Actions]]

== Officers, elected January 2019 ==
* President - Charles L.
* Vice President - Danielle B.
* Treasurer - Jim K.
* Secretary - Andy M. -- ''Broken''

== Directors at Large, elected January 2019 ==
* Raj S.
* Amy S. -- ''Director of Joy''
* Tim VS. -- ''Director of Small Matters at Large''

== Contact ==
You can reach the Board of Directors by emailing directors@lvl1.org.

== Grant Writing ==

Some grant writing resources. Anyone is welcome to write grants for LVL1, but please coordinate with the Directors to ensure no wires get crossed!

[[Community Foundation Grant 2014]]

Officers and Directors

2019-03-06T18:31:17Z

Tvansant: /* Officers, elected January 2019 */

==Officer/Directors Links==
[[Officers_and_Directors]] | [[O&D Meetings]] | [[O&D Current Actions]]

== Officers, elected January 2019 ==
* President - Charles L.
* Vice President - Danielle B.
* Treasurer - Jim K.
* Secretary - Andy M. -- ''Broken''

== Directors at Large, elected January 2019 ==
* Raj S.
* Amy S. -- ''Director of Joy''
* Tim VS. -- ''Director of Small Matters at Large''

== Contact ==
You can reach the Board of Directors by emailing directors [at] lvl1 [dot] org.

== Grant Writing ==

Some grant writing resources. Anyone is welcome to write grants for LVL1, but please coordinate with the Directors to ensure no wires get crossed!

[[Community Foundation Grant 2014]]

Officers and Directors

2019-03-06T18:22:30Z

Tvansant: /* Directors at Large, elected January 2019 */

==Officer/Directors Links==
[[Officers_and_Directors]] | [[O&D Meetings]] | [[O&D Current Actions]]

== Officers, elected January 2019 ==
* President - Charles L.
* Vice President - Danielle B.
* Treasurer - Jim K.
* Secretary - Andy M.

== Directors at Large, elected January 2019 ==
* Raj S.
* Amy S. -- ''Director of Joy''
* Tim VS. -- ''Director of Small Matters at Large''

== Contact ==
You can reach the Board of Directors by emailing directors [at] lvl1 [dot] org.

== Grant Writing ==

Some grant writing resources. Anyone is welcome to write grants for LVL1, but please coordinate with the Directors to ensure no wires get crossed!

[[Community Foundation Grant 2014]]

Main Page

2019-03-05T19:18:30Z

Tvansant: /* What's Happening? */

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===New to LVL1.org?===
This is our fast and loose wiki site. It's the quickest way for all those involved with LVL1 to add and update information. For lots of basic info including our calendar, blog posts, social media links, driving and parking directions, etc. check out our web site [http://www.lvl1.org http://www.lvl1.org]! For more detailed and technical info including minutes to every one of our open meetings, our bylaws, plus projects, tools, instructions, etc. check out the rest of this wiki.

==== General Info ====
* [[Manual]]
* [[Community Guidelines]]
** [[How To Be Excellent]]
* [[Finding Information]]
* [[:Category:HOWTO|HOWTOs]]
* [[LVL1's Story]]
* [[Makership]]

=== Communications ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/connect/ Connect page]] on our web site for links to our discussion group, hangout, social media and more!

=== Recent Meetings ===
These are the agendas from recent meetings:
* [[02/26/2019]]
* [[02/19/2019]]
* [[02/12/2019]]
* [[02/05/2019]]
* [[01/29/2019]]
* [[01/22/2019]]
* [[01/15/2019]]
* [[01/08/2019]]
* [[01/01/2019]]
* [[12/18/2018]]
* [[12/11/2018]]
* [[Older_Meetings]]

== Meetings in 2018 ==

=== Membership ===
You don't need to be a LVL1 member to enjoy any of our meetings, events and workshops. But if you'd like the full LVL1 access that membership provides, and want to fully support LVL1, we'd love to have you!
* [[How To Become A Member]]
* [[Previous Votes]]
* [[Voting ProTips]]
* [[Officers and Directors]]

=== Support LVL1 ===
* See the [[http://www.lvl1.org/about/#support Support section]] on the About page of our web site.

=== Links ===
* [http://makezine.com/blog Make magazine blog]
* [http://instructables.com Instructables]

=== Our Neighbors ===
*[http://firstbuild.com/ FirstBuild] - Louisville, KY
*[https://www.maker13.com/ Maker13] - Louisville, KY
*[http://collexion.net/wiki/Main_Page Collexion] - Lexington, KY
*[https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] - Lexington, KY
*[http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_Page Bloominglabs] - Bloomington, IN
*[http://www.hive13.org/ Hive 13] - Cincinnati, OH
*[https://makenashville.org/ Make Nashville] - Nashville, TN
*[http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Club Cyberia] - Indianapolis, IN
*[http://tekventure.org TekVenture] - Fort Wayne, IN
*[http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] - Dayton, OH
*[http://www.pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station One] - Chicago, IL
*[https://www.i3detroit.org/ i3] - Detroit, MI

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[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

=== What's Happening? ===
* See '''[http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Our Calendar]''' on our web site for details
* '''Special Events'''
* '''Workshops''' [[Workshops| - archive]]
** Cutting Board, TBA
** Lathe, TBA
* '''Hackathons''' [[Hackathons| - archive]]
* ''' Regular Activities '''
** [[Louisville Soundbuilders]] / [[Night of the Hat]], Mondays alternating fortnightly, 8:00pm
** Tuesday Open Meeting & Making, 8:00pm
** [[Dust_Collection]] - Wednesday night build sessions, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Threadsday Thursday]] 7:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Open Code Night]], the last Thursday each month, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
** [[Power_Racing_Series]] - Thursday night planning and build sessions
** [[LVL1 Movie Night]] & Open Build Night, 7:30pm
** [[Fix-It-Friday Repair Cafe]], 8:00pm

* '''[[What's Happening Archive]]'''

=== LVL1 Member Projects on the Net ===

* [[LVL1 Member Projects on The Net]]
* [[JAC Projects]]

=== Our Space ===
* '''1205 E Washington Street, The Pointe. Suite LL100!'''
* [[Space|Our Facilities]]
* [[Community Development Initiative]]
* Equipment - Partial list of popular items - [[Equipment|Click here for full list]]
** [[ShopBot]]
** [[Full Spectrum Laser]] (Small Laser)
** [[Rabbit Laser]] (Big Laser)
** [[Graphtec Vinyl Cutter]]
** [[Zenbot_1216_CNC]]
* [[Equipment Wishlist]]
* [[Oculus LVL1 2018]]
** [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lvl1 Flickr Photostream]
** [https://www.flickr.com/groups/lvl1/pool/ Flickr Photosharing Group]
*** For some info on how to interact through Flickr see [[Flickr_Photosharing]]

=== Media ===
* [[Graphics]]
* [[t-shirts]] etc.
* Stickers are at the space

=== Paper Work ===
* [[Articles of Incorporation]]
* [[Bylaws]]
* [[Mission]]
* [[Waiver]]
* [[Media:LVL1_MembershipForm_2015NOV24.pdf|New Member Signup/Info Form]]

Embroidery machine

2019-03-01T21:43:26Z

Tvansant: /* Manual & info */

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|serial=U64021-F5G142524
|model=Brother/SB 7900E
|arrived=unknown
|doesitwork=yes
|contact=Madeline
|where=sewing corner
|picture=Embroidery machine.jpg
}}
== Manuals & info ==
[https://www.brother-usa.com/-/media/brother/product-catalog-media/documents/2018/04/09/14/04/pe700_qrg_multi1.pdf QRG] - Quick Reference Guide.

[https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch100166/sb7900e_om03en.pdf Operation Manual] - Correct operation of the various functions.

[https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch100168/sb7900e_usb01endefrnlitesru.pdf USB Manual] - Descriptions for transferring embroidery patterns from USB media to the machine.
* File types supported: pes, dst and pen files. Pen are from Brother's Ibroidery site and cost money.

== Example Files & Links==
[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1XZ5_jdmuzTJnibB6imsXH16XYYeSsuwM LVL1 logo ready for import to embroider]

[https://www.fiverr.com/tanjila Fiverr.com resource for digitizing your graphic]

Embroidery machine

2019-02-28T15:55:30Z

Tvansant:

{{Template:Equipment
|owner=LVL1
|serial=U64021-F5G142524
|model=Brother/SB 7900E
|arrived=unknown
|doesitwork=yes
|contact=Madeline
|where=sewing corner
|picture=Embroidery machine.jpg
}}
== Manual ==
[https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch100168/sb7900e_usb01endefrnlitesru.pdf descriptions for transferring embroidery patterns from USB media to the machine.]

Manual

2019-02-24T14:40:19Z

Tvansant: /* Hosting a Workshop */

= LVL1 Manual =

 
== Introduction ==

[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

Welcome to LVL1!

Our space might be a little overwhelming at first, so we've created this manual as a rough guide to help you get the most out of the community we've created.

We hope that this guide will help you better understand how LVL1 is organized, answer common questions and provide direction on how to get the most out of the resources LVL1 has to offer.

This manual is a guide to all members of our community; from first-time visitors to founding members. Feel free to edit and contribute information to this guide. LVL1 is a dynamic space and we expect this guide to be as equally as dynamic.

If you have questions not addressed in this Manual, please also check our [[FAQ]] or email directors@lvl1.org.

 

== About LVL1 ==

[[File:Butterscotch.jpeg|left|400px]]

LVL1 is an open community workshop democratically operated by our membership. We are a friendly community of tinkerers, makers, engineers, educators, scientists, artists, hackers and overall geeks. Anyone who is, aspires to be, or just wants to hang around smart, creative, friendly mad scientist maker/hacker Louisvillians is welcome at LVL1! We've got lots of cool tools and equipment. We've got a lot of really bright and creative people. We like to work on (and show off) fun and challenging technical projects.

 

== LVL1 Culture ==

[[File:Mario_and_doctor.jpeg|right|300px]]

LVL1 strives to promote an open and welcoming culture. We like the fact that we're a public resource for the community. To keep this kind of openness in our community, it takes a little more effort in a social sense to keep things running smoothly. Being part of an open community can be a challenge sometimes. Try to display a little extra politeness, a little extra patience, a little extra cleanliness and a little extra friendliness.

Our primary policy is to "Be Excellent to Each Other." If you're not being excellent to your other members, expect to get called out for it. If you don't know whether or not something you're doing is excellent, odds are, it isn't.

 

== Organization ==

LVL1 is a non-profit 501c(3) organization. We collect dues from our membership to pay rent, utilities, insurance and maintenance of the space. Any funds left over are used for tools and consumables for LVL1.

LVL1 has a 7 member Board of Directors elected by membership. This includes four elected officers and three at-large directors. The Board of Directors fulfill the roles required by Kentucky law and oversee the operation of LVL1. All of the directors are volunteers and are not compensated financially. The directors can be contacted by emailing directors@lvl1.org.

 

== Regular Events ==

LVL1 has an Open Meeting & Making every Tuesday at 8pm. This is best time to come by the space to find out what's happening and meet our community.

We keep a calendar of other upcoming meetings and events at http://lvl1.org.

 
== Health & Safety ==

Safety is the responsibility of each and every person at LVL1. You are especially responsible for your own safety, but if you see others being unsafe, tell them!

Everyone walking through the door must sign a [[Waiver]] of Liability. This waiver absolves LVL1 of responsibility should anyone damage themselves at the hackerspace. All guests you bring in MUST sign this waiver, regardless of how long they intend to stay, or whether or not they intend to use any tools. Anyone refusing to sign a waiver will be asked to leave.

It should go without saying, but if you don't know how to use a tool, don't use it! If you want to learn how to use a tool, ask around, and wait for someone to teach you! If you're alone in the Hackerspace, it is advisable to refrain from using dangerous tools.

*The First aid kit is located next to the doors that lead to the 'back' of the space. it's a white box with green lettering on it.
** An auxiliary first aid kit is next to the light switch (on the shelf with all the safety goggles) in the woodshop.
*Fire extinguishers are littered throughout the space. Make yourself aware of the location of fire extinguishers, they should all be in plain sight.

There are two breaker boxes in the hackerspace. The main 200 amp service is in the 'back' of the space, located inside the cabinet painted to look like a tardis. the 100 amp subpanel is located in the corner of the wood shop, next to the CNC operator's station.

 

== Children ==

LVL1 is a dynamic space with potential hazards requiring a mature attitude towards safety. Due to the nature of this environment (and the extra precaution required) unattended minors under the age of 18 are prohibited from LVL1. Minors may be present when accompanied by a legal guardian.

When accompanied by a legal guardian, minors must have a [[Waiver]] filled out by that guardian.

Although LVL1 allows accompanied minors, keep in mind that we do not make any effort to maintain a kid-friendly environment.

 

== Consumables ==

For most activities, you should plan to bring your own consumables. LVL1 has an ample supply of basic needs, but anything large or specialized will not likely be found at the space.

There is a shelf in the boneyard containing free resistors, capacitors, LEDs, and some semiconductors. Items such as tape, glue, zip-ties, soldering equipment (i.e. flux, solder), hot-glue, and wiggle-eyes are also free, but are scattered throughout the space due to them being moved. If any parts run out, let us know by emailing Broken@lvl1.org. Wire is located on the bottom right of the soldering workstation, and is also free.

As of 9/14/2008, Filament for the Makerbot costs $0.10 a gram. There is a scale next to the MakerBots to weigh your prints. You must pay for your plastic, even if your part is a disastrous failure! This fee helps pay for maintenance and plastic.

The laser cutter is free for non-commercial purposes, and $1 per minute for commercial purposes. More details can be found on the page for the [[Full Spectrum Laser]]. Scrap material for the laser is located underneath the table.

Scrap wood and metal are located in the bunker.

Items in the boneyard are also free.

There is a parts store located in the Tom's vending machine. Eventually this will be a web-connected store.

Snacks and drinks are located in the fridge, and behind the counter near member storage. Prices are marked, and based on the honor system.

 

== Donations ==

LVL1 is a [[501c3]] non-profit, and will accept your donations of equipment or money. We accept all electronic and electromechanical equipment, except CRT monitors, or items containing CRT monitors. Donations should be made to LVL1 Inc. For more details on the rules of donations, see the [[501c3]] page. If you have any questions, contact directors@lvl1.org.

 

== Tools ==

For a list of the Tools at lvl1, See http://wiki.lvl1.org/Equipment.

 

== Storage ==

You're only allowed to store items at the space on a semi-permanent basis if you're a member. Non-members, please take your stuff home at the end of the day!

Please be conscious of our limited space, and only store items that you will use.

 
== The Space ==

LVL1 consists of about 8,800 square feet of work area. The space is divided into the main work area, the bunker, which houses the wood shop and metal shop, the classroom, and the member storage/boneyard spaces.

=== Main Work Area ===

Most of the action at LVL1 takes place here, including most meetings and general work activity. This area contains work stations for 3D printing (the makerbots), laser and vinyl cutting, soldering, sewing, Raspberry Pis, and most hand tools, as well as a smart-board style interactive projector.

=== Food Prep ===

We have a food prep area just inside the main door that includes a refrigerator, microwave, soft drink vending machine, and a prep table stocked with disposable plates, napkins, and utensils. Feel free to use these implements to make delicious food! Remember though that we have no janitorial staff so please clean up after yourself and dispose of food waste outside the space. Also, do not use the food microwave for anything other than consumables; we have another microwave specifically for hacking.

=== Bathrooms ===

Bathrooms are located just outside of LVL1's space. They are down the hall and to the left out the door in the Main Work Area that leads into the rest of The Pointe. 
Set the timer near the door to have the door remain unlocked while you are in the bathroom.

=== Classroom ===

The classroom has tables, a projector matching the one in the main room, and a library. The library includes a broad selection of technical books. This is not yet a lending library, although we're working on that. Feel free to use any texts while at the space.

=== The Bunker ===

The bunker is in the south of the space, and is a separate space containing the wood and metal shops.

=== Wood Shop ===

The wood shop contains many woodworking tools, including two CNC machines.

=== Metal Shop ===

The metal shop includes a mill, a lathe, pipe bending equipment, and sheet metal equipment.

=== The Boneyard ===

In the back (north) of the space, the boneyard rests behind member storage shelves. Pieces that are available for hacking live in the boneyard. Scrap material is stored in the boneyard. If you aren't sure, please ask a member or two if an item you would like to hack isn't an important not-for-hacking part that accidentally ended up in the boneyard.

 

=== Parking ===

Parking for the space is available in The Pointe's parking lots, and on the street nearby. The Pointe's main parking lot, which is on the corner of East Washington and Cabel streets, is clearly visible from the street. However, another smaller (but closer to the door) parking lot is hidden behind the flood wall off Cabel street. Check the [[http://www.lvl1.org/location/ Location]] page on our main web site for directions, photos, and more info.

 

== Guests ==

LVL1 is an open access hackerspace. Any time a member is present at the space, guests are welcome to drop by, work on projects, use the resources of the space, or just hang out. All guests must sign a [[Waiver]]. Any guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. When all members leave, all guests must also leave. It is the responsibility of the last member to leave to ensure that the space is empty, and the door is locked.

 

== Workshops ==

=== Attending a Workshop ===
*Show up. (Early, especially if it's also your first time visiting the space, because you might get lost finding the door, and also will need to sign a waiver.)
*If it's your first visit to the space, sign our waiver of liability, on the kiosks in the front entry-way.
*Make your way to the classroom, which is diagonal across the main room from the front door.
*Don't hesitate to ask anyone you can find in the space about where the workshop is being held (sometimes they are not in the classroom.)

=== Hosting a Workshop ===

Workshops are a great way to spread awareness and grow LVL1 in knowledge, expertise and memberships. They're also a great way to show off and share what you know.

Hosting a workshop at LVL1 is very easy. Check out our [http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Hosting Guide] for assistance in organizing an event.

'''Guide to LVL1 culture'''
*Be excellent to each other is our prime directive. Keep things fun.
**All people like to be around things that are fun.
**All people tend to avoid things and events that are not fun.
**Therefore the best way to keep attendance and occupancy up is to keep things fun.
*Fair Warning: Using the collective 'we' can quickly get you deputized.
**This is meant to be a playful way of avoiding 'diffusion of responsibility'. Sometimes when people say "We should _________!", what they really mean is "Someone besides myself should _________!"
**Being deputized doesn't mean you have to do it yourself. But, it does mean you should lead the charge, find people to help you, and cajole them as necessary (free beer or home-baked cookies) to make it happen.
*When scheduling something; pick an arbitrary date to start negotiations, thereby avoiding arbitrary non-starting negotiations.
**Sometimes the hardest part of organizing is finding the 'best' time to do it.
**There is never a 'best time' that works for everyone.
**Once a date is set, everything else quickly falls into place.
*The less rules the better. Don't try to solve problems we don't have.
**We rely on a culture of openness, friendliness and mutual respect.
**If you have a conflict with some aspect of the space or a member, we expect you to try and resolve it with the member on a personal level first. If that is not achievable, then find a Director to help mediate the conflict. Rule-making is a last resort approach for conflict resolution.
*Be excellent to each other.

== Membership ==
* You don't need to be a LVL1 member to hang out with us at meetings and events! All are welcome to come and geek out with us. There's a common misperception that you should be a member before coming to these meetings. This is not true! At least 50% of these meeting attendees are not dues paying members and all of them are welcome. Most of those non-members have no intention of becoming dues paying members. That's fine! There's no pressure to become an official member! Official membership has some awesome benefits and we'd love to have you, but it's cool if you just want to hang out and geek out.

==Why Should I Become a Member?==
To be part of the community, that’s why!
Keep in mind that LVL1 has no paid staff or charged admission. We are not a gym. We are just a shared workspace. If you want to support it and maintain it, we need you to join the team!

== Becoming a LVL1 member ==
*Membership is $50 a month through a PayPal auto-payment
*Membership gives you the following rights:
**Voting Rights (direction and conflict resolution)
**24x7 access to space, you get a key
**Access to all equipment owned, donated or loaned to LVL1
**Ability to sponsor new members
* Membership currently has the following requirements:
** Convince 3 existing members to sponsor you.
** Have two officers verify a photo ID.

Please read the [[Bylaws]] before becoming a member, so you have an understanding of how we operate procedurally.

Remember, your member contribution is more than just paying the rent (member dues). It’s helping to maintain a clean, working, fun place to make stuff!

== Finalizing your LVL1 membership with Front Desk ==
'''Front Desk was purchased by Pike13 and so this documentation may not be up to date anymore. contact the current BoD to get up-to-date membership sign-up information.'''
Once you have completed your membership form, you can finish your account using Front Desk, our membership management software.
Follow the steps below:
*Go to LVL1's Front Desk page at http://lvl1.frontdeskhq.com
*Select "Sign Up" at the top right hand corner of the screen [[File:LVL1_Guide_1.png]]
*Enter the email address you would like to use for your LVL1 account [[File:LVL1_Guide_2.png]]
*For adults, do not select dependent
**For dependents and children, select dependent
*Enter your personal information
*Create a password for your LVL1 account
*Once you click sign up your account has been created and you will be brought to your personal dashboard
*From here a LVL1 officer or LVL1 Front Desk administrator must send you a request for a membership plan
**When you receive the invitation, a banner will appear at the top of your dashboard
**Click on the banner to accept the new plan
**Enter your credit card or other payment information
**Click "Finish"
**You will now see a screen detailing your payment information
*Now, have a LVL1 officer get your information to issue you an RFID badge for the door
*Once your badge has been tested and your information has been verified, you're in!

== Completing the electronic waiver ==

*Click on Signature Request for Waiver after you login
*The screen will refresh and ask you to Complete the waiver, click on this link for the DocuSign.
*At the top left click to agree to the DocuSign terms of service
*Scroll to the bottom and click on ‘Sign'
*You’ll have the option to have the auto signature or style or even ‘Draw’ one
*Click Adopt And Sign
*Click Finish at the bottom of the screen
*You will be redirected to the LVL1 FrontDesk site

Manual

2019-02-24T14:39:24Z

Tvansant: /* Hosting a Workshop */

= LVL1 Manual =

 
== Introduction ==

[[File:lvl1logo.png|300px|thumb|right]]

Welcome to LVL1!

Our space might be a little overwhelming at first, so we've created this manual as a rough guide to help you get the most out of the community we've created.

We hope that this guide will help you better understand how LVL1 is organized, answer common questions and provide direction on how to get the most out of the resources LVL1 has to offer.

This manual is a guide to all members of our community; from first-time visitors to founding members. Feel free to edit and contribute information to this guide. LVL1 is a dynamic space and we expect this guide to be as equally as dynamic.

If you have questions not addressed in this Manual, please also check our [[FAQ]] or email directors@lvl1.org.

 

== About LVL1 ==

[[File:Butterscotch.jpeg|left|400px]]

LVL1 is an open community workshop democratically operated by our membership. We are a friendly community of tinkerers, makers, engineers, educators, scientists, artists, hackers and overall geeks. Anyone who is, aspires to be, or just wants to hang around smart, creative, friendly mad scientist maker/hacker Louisvillians is welcome at LVL1! We've got lots of cool tools and equipment. We've got a lot of really bright and creative people. We like to work on (and show off) fun and challenging technical projects.

 

== LVL1 Culture ==

[[File:Mario_and_doctor.jpeg|right|300px]]

LVL1 strives to promote an open and welcoming culture. We like the fact that we're a public resource for the community. To keep this kind of openness in our community, it takes a little more effort in a social sense to keep things running smoothly. Being part of an open community can be a challenge sometimes. Try to display a little extra politeness, a little extra patience, a little extra cleanliness and a little extra friendliness.

Our primary policy is to "Be Excellent to Each Other." If you're not being excellent to your other members, expect to get called out for it. If you don't know whether or not something you're doing is excellent, odds are, it isn't.

 

== Organization ==

LVL1 is a non-profit 501c(3) organization. We collect dues from our membership to pay rent, utilities, insurance and maintenance of the space. Any funds left over are used for tools and consumables for LVL1.

LVL1 has a 7 member Board of Directors elected by membership. This includes four elected officers and three at-large directors. The Board of Directors fulfill the roles required by Kentucky law and oversee the operation of LVL1. All of the directors are volunteers and are not compensated financially. The directors can be contacted by emailing directors@lvl1.org.

 

== Regular Events ==

LVL1 has an Open Meeting & Making every Tuesday at 8pm. This is best time to come by the space to find out what's happening and meet our community.

We keep a calendar of other upcoming meetings and events at http://lvl1.org.

 
== Health & Safety ==

Safety is the responsibility of each and every person at LVL1. You are especially responsible for your own safety, but if you see others being unsafe, tell them!

Everyone walking through the door must sign a [[Waiver]] of Liability. This waiver absolves LVL1 of responsibility should anyone damage themselves at the hackerspace. All guests you bring in MUST sign this waiver, regardless of how long they intend to stay, or whether or not they intend to use any tools. Anyone refusing to sign a waiver will be asked to leave.

It should go without saying, but if you don't know how to use a tool, don't use it! If you want to learn how to use a tool, ask around, and wait for someone to teach you! If you're alone in the Hackerspace, it is advisable to refrain from using dangerous tools.

*The First aid kit is located next to the doors that lead to the 'back' of the space. it's a white box with green lettering on it.
** An auxiliary first aid kit is next to the light switch (on the shelf with all the safety goggles) in the woodshop.
*Fire extinguishers are littered throughout the space. Make yourself aware of the location of fire extinguishers, they should all be in plain sight.

There are two breaker boxes in the hackerspace. The main 200 amp service is in the 'back' of the space, located inside the cabinet painted to look like a tardis. the 100 amp subpanel is located in the corner of the wood shop, next to the CNC operator's station.

 

== Children ==

LVL1 is a dynamic space with potential hazards requiring a mature attitude towards safety. Due to the nature of this environment (and the extra precaution required) unattended minors under the age of 18 are prohibited from LVL1. Minors may be present when accompanied by a legal guardian.

When accompanied by a legal guardian, minors must have a [[Waiver]] filled out by that guardian.

Although LVL1 allows accompanied minors, keep in mind that we do not make any effort to maintain a kid-friendly environment.

 

== Consumables ==

For most activities, you should plan to bring your own consumables. LVL1 has an ample supply of basic needs, but anything large or specialized will not likely be found at the space.

There is a shelf in the boneyard containing free resistors, capacitors, LEDs, and some semiconductors. Items such as tape, glue, zip-ties, soldering equipment (i.e. flux, solder), hot-glue, and wiggle-eyes are also free, but are scattered throughout the space due to them being moved. If any parts run out, let us know by emailing Broken@lvl1.org. Wire is located on the bottom right of the soldering workstation, and is also free.

As of 9/14/2008, Filament for the Makerbot costs $0.10 a gram. There is a scale next to the MakerBots to weigh your prints. You must pay for your plastic, even if your part is a disastrous failure! This fee helps pay for maintenance and plastic.

The laser cutter is free for non-commercial purposes, and $1 per minute for commercial purposes. More details can be found on the page for the [[Full Spectrum Laser]]. Scrap material for the laser is located underneath the table.

Scrap wood and metal are located in the bunker.

Items in the boneyard are also free.

There is a parts store located in the Tom's vending machine. Eventually this will be a web-connected store.

Snacks and drinks are located in the fridge, and behind the counter near member storage. Prices are marked, and based on the honor system.

 

== Donations ==

LVL1 is a [[501c3]] non-profit, and will accept your donations of equipment or money. We accept all electronic and electromechanical equipment, except CRT monitors, or items containing CRT monitors. Donations should be made to LVL1 Inc. For more details on the rules of donations, see the [[501c3]] page. If you have any questions, contact directors@lvl1.org.

 

== Tools ==

For a list of the Tools at lvl1, See http://wiki.lvl1.org/Equipment.

 

== Storage ==

You're only allowed to store items at the space on a semi-permanent basis if you're a member. Non-members, please take your stuff home at the end of the day!

Please be conscious of our limited space, and only store items that you will use.

 
== The Space ==

LVL1 consists of about 8,800 square feet of work area. The space is divided into the main work area, the bunker, which houses the wood shop and metal shop, the classroom, and the member storage/boneyard spaces.

=== Main Work Area ===

Most of the action at LVL1 takes place here, including most meetings and general work activity. This area contains work stations for 3D printing (the makerbots), laser and vinyl cutting, soldering, sewing, Raspberry Pis, and most hand tools, as well as a smart-board style interactive projector.

=== Food Prep ===

We have a food prep area just inside the main door that includes a refrigerator, microwave, soft drink vending machine, and a prep table stocked with disposable plates, napkins, and utensils. Feel free to use these implements to make delicious food! Remember though that we have no janitorial staff so please clean up after yourself and dispose of food waste outside the space. Also, do not use the food microwave for anything other than consumables; we have another microwave specifically for hacking.

=== Bathrooms ===

Bathrooms are located just outside of LVL1's space. They are down the hall and to the left out the door in the Main Work Area that leads into the rest of The Pointe. 
Set the timer near the door to have the door remain unlocked while you are in the bathroom.

=== Classroom ===

The classroom has tables, a projector matching the one in the main room, and a library. The library includes a broad selection of technical books. This is not yet a lending library, although we're working on that. Feel free to use any texts while at the space.

=== The Bunker ===

The bunker is in the south of the space, and is a separate space containing the wood and metal shops.

=== Wood Shop ===

The wood shop contains many woodworking tools, including two CNC machines.

=== Metal Shop ===

The metal shop includes a mill, a lathe, pipe bending equipment, and sheet metal equipment.

=== The Boneyard ===

In the back (north) of the space, the boneyard rests behind member storage shelves. Pieces that are available for hacking live in the boneyard. Scrap material is stored in the boneyard. If you aren't sure, please ask a member or two if an item you would like to hack isn't an important not-for-hacking part that accidentally ended up in the boneyard.

 

=== Parking ===

Parking for the space is available in The Pointe's parking lots, and on the street nearby. The Pointe's main parking lot, which is on the corner of East Washington and Cabel streets, is clearly visible from the street. However, another smaller (but closer to the door) parking lot is hidden behind the flood wall off Cabel street. Check the [[http://www.lvl1.org/location/ Location]] page on our main web site for directions, photos, and more info.

 

== Guests ==

LVL1 is an open access hackerspace. Any time a member is present at the space, guests are welcome to drop by, work on projects, use the resources of the space, or just hang out. All guests must sign a [[Waiver]]. Any guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. When all members leave, all guests must also leave. It is the responsibility of the last member to leave to ensure that the space is empty, and the door is locked.

 

== Workshops ==

=== Attending a Workshop ===
*Show up. (Early, especially if it's also your first time visiting the space, because you might get lost finding the door, and also will need to sign a waiver.)
*If it's your first visit to the space, sign our waiver of liability, on the kiosks in the front entry-way.
*Make your way to the classroom, which is diagonal across the main room from the front door.
*Don't hesitate to ask anyone you can find in the space about where the workshop is being held (sometimes they are not in the classroom.)

=== Hosting a Workshop ===

Workshops are a great way to spread awareness and grow LVL1 in knowledge, expertise and memberships. They're also a great way to show off and share what you know. Hosting a workshop at LVL1 is very easy.

We love it when members of our community share their knowledge and expertise! Check out our [http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Hosting Guide] for assistance in organizing an event.

'''Guide to LVL1 culture'''
*Be excellent to each other is our prime directive. Keep things fun.
**All people like to be around things that are fun.
**All people tend to avoid things and events that are not fun.
**Therefore the best way to keep attendance and occupancy up is to keep things fun.
*Fair Warning: Using the collective 'we' can quickly get you deputized.
**This is meant to be a playful way of avoiding 'diffusion of responsibility'. Sometimes when people say "We should _________!", what they really mean is "Someone besides myself should _________!"
**Being deputized doesn't mean you have to do it yourself. But, it does mean you should lead the charge, find people to help you, and cajole them as necessary (free beer or home-baked cookies) to make it happen.
*When scheduling something; pick an arbitrary date to start negotiations, thereby avoiding arbitrary non-starting negotiations.
**Sometimes the hardest part of organizing is finding the 'best' time to do it.
**There is never a 'best time' that works for everyone.
**Once a date is set, everything else quickly falls into place.
*The less rules the better. Don't try to solve problems we don't have.
**We rely on a culture of openness, friendliness and mutual respect.
**If you have a conflict with some aspect of the space or a member, we expect you to try and resolve it with the member on a personal level first. If that is not achievable, then find a Director to help mediate the conflict. Rule-making is a last resort approach for conflict resolution.
*Be excellent to each other.

== Membership ==
* You don't need to be a LVL1 member to hang out with us at meetings and events! All are welcome to come and geek out with us. There's a common misperception that you should be a member before coming to these meetings. This is not true! At least 50% of these meeting attendees are not dues paying members and all of them are welcome. Most of those non-members have no intention of becoming dues paying members. That's fine! There's no pressure to become an official member! Official membership has some awesome benefits and we'd love to have you, but it's cool if you just want to hang out and geek out.

==Why Should I Become a Member?==
To be part of the community, that’s why!
Keep in mind that LVL1 has no paid staff or charged admission. We are not a gym. We are just a shared workspace. If you want to support it and maintain it, we need you to join the team!

== Becoming a LVL1 member ==
*Membership is $50 a month through a PayPal auto-payment
*Membership gives you the following rights:
**Voting Rights (direction and conflict resolution)
**24x7 access to space, you get a key
**Access to all equipment owned, donated or loaned to LVL1
**Ability to sponsor new members
* Membership currently has the following requirements:
** Convince 3 existing members to sponsor you.
** Have two officers verify a photo ID.

Please read the [[Bylaws]] before becoming a member, so you have an understanding of how we operate procedurally.

Remember, your member contribution is more than just paying the rent (member dues). It’s helping to maintain a clean, working, fun place to make stuff!

== Finalizing your LVL1 membership with Front Desk ==
'''Front Desk was purchased by Pike13 and so this documentation may not be up to date anymore. contact the current BoD to get up-to-date membership sign-up information.'''
Once you have completed your membership form, you can finish your account using Front Desk, our membership management software.
Follow the steps below:
*Go to LVL1's Front Desk page at http://lvl1.frontdeskhq.com
*Select "Sign Up" at the top right hand corner of the screen [[File:LVL1_Guide_1.png]]
*Enter the email address you would like to use for your LVL1 account [[File:LVL1_Guide_2.png]]
*For adults, do not select dependent
**For dependents and children, select dependent
*Enter your personal information
*Create a password for your LVL1 account
*Once you click sign up your account has been created and you will be brought to your personal dashboard
*From here a LVL1 officer or LVL1 Front Desk administrator must send you a request for a membership plan
**When you receive the invitation, a banner will appear at the top of your dashboard
**Click on the banner to accept the new plan
**Enter your credit card or other payment information
**Click "Finish"
**You will now see a screen detailing your payment information
*Now, have a LVL1 officer get your information to issue you an RFID badge for the door
*Once your badge has been tested and your information has been verified, you're in!

== Completing the electronic waiver ==

*Click on Signature Request for Waiver after you login
*The screen will refresh and ask you to Complete the waiver, click on this link for the DocuSign.
*At the top left click to agree to the DocuSign terms of service
*Scroll to the bottom and click on ‘Sign'
*You’ll have the option to have the auto signature or style or even ‘Draw’ one
*Click Adopt And Sign
*Click Finish at the bottom of the screen
*You will be redirected to the LVL1 FrontDesk site

Hackathons

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Check our [http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Calendar] to see what LVL1 hackathons are on the horizon!

== How to Host a Hackathon ==

We love it when members of our community plan cool activities! Check out our [http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Hosting Guide] for assistance in organizing an event.

== 2019 ==
=== LVL1 Wiki Hackathon 2019 ===
* [[LVL1 Wiki Hackathon 2019]], Saturday, 12 January, 12:00 noon - 8:00pm

== 2018 ==
=== White Elephant Hackathon ===
* White Elephant Hackathon, Friday, 14 December, 8:00pm - Saturday, 15 December, 8:00pm
=== Archer Hackathon ===
* Archer Hackathon, 9-10 November
=== Oh sh!t Maker Faire is Next Weekend Hackathon! ===
* [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/08/31/oh-sht-maker-faire-louisvilles-2018-pop-up-event/ Oh Sh!t Hackathon]] 7-8 September
=== Make Food Not War II Hackathon ===
* [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/08/14/make-food-not-war-ii-hackathon/ Make Food Not War Hackathon]] 24-25 August
=== Mad Libs Hackathon ===
** [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/03/12/mad-libs-hackathon/ Mad Libs Hackathon]] 24 March
=== 4:04 Hackathon ===
* [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/02/05/404-hackathon/ 4:04 Hackathon]] 24 February

== 2017 ==
=== ArcherHackathon2017 ===
* ArcherHackathon2017
** [http://wiki.lvl1.org/ArcherHackathon2017 wiki post]
** [http://www.lvl1.org/2017/10/28/24-hours-of-archer-marathon-and-hackathon/ website post]
=== The OH SHIT it is one week before Detroit and Vegas Hack-a-Thon ===
* The OH SHIT it is one week before Detroit and Vegas Hack-a-Thon - July 21-23

== 2016 ==
=== The Internet of Terror Hackathon ===
* The Internet of Terror Hackathon - 10/28-10/30 @ 4:00 PM (Friday) - 4:00 PM (Sunday)
** Hack something on the IoT to make it terrifying.
** Including the "Memes of Screams" costume hack-a-thon for if you don't know what the IoT is.
=== The "Oh Sh*t is MakerFaire Louisville tomorrow?" Hackathon ===
* The "Oh Sh*t is MakerFaire Louisville tomorrow?" Hackathon - Friday 9/9
** Now including the Install-the-Metal-Shop-Air-Conditioner-athon - 9/9 @ 2:30 PM
=== The "Oh Crap, is that next weekend!?" Hackathon ===
* The "Oh Crap, is that next weekend!?" Hackathon - Friday-Sunday, 7/22-24
** Work on a project you will be bringing to Makerfaire Detroit
=== MacGyver Dollar Store Hackathon ===
* MacGyver Dollar Store Hackathon - May 13
** Come and test your skills against the legendary MULLETTED One who saved the world once a week with stray objects.
** Some food parts will be available for assembling and consumption if you feel lucky.

== 2015 ==
=== Holy Smokes Hackathon ===
* Holy Smokes Hackathon - 11/17 thru 11/24
** Over 31,000 abandoned buildings catch fire every year and Louisville is not immune
** Spend a whole week developing a smart smoke detector prototype that can alert Metro Govt when an abandoned building is on fire
** Cash prizes up for grabs
=== (Midwest Regional) Stupid Shit No-One Needs and Terrible Ideas Hackathon ===
* [[(Midwest Regional) Stupid Shit No-One Needs and Terrible Ideas Hackathon | (Midwest Regional) Stupid Shit No-One Needs and Terrible Ideas Hackathon]] October 10 & 11
=== Hack-The-Space Hackathon ===
* Hack-The-Space Hackathon - 2/6 @ 7 pm to 2/8 @ Noon
** Make the most useless yet pretty thing to add character to the space
** Hack the Space Hackathon Results
*** Jose tried to resurrect Father but fell short (last place)
*** Danielle made a beret with bat ears
*** Swinging couch installed
*** Charles the Hat Cheated by making a laser cut LVL1 sign

== 2014 ==
=== Suicidal Robots ===
* Suicidal Robots 24-hr Hackathon - 3/22, 12pm (Noon)
** Presentations happening on 3/23 at Noon
=== GE Hackathon ===
* GE Hackathon happening on Feb 8th at GE Appliance Park (Monogram Hall!).
** Will be hacking appliances and need to sign NDA.
=== Global Game Jam ===
* 48 hour Game Creation Hackathon! - January 24 - 26th
** Gamedev group and JSLou group is working on developing a game in 48 hours! Come on down! One of two sites in KY and one in 400 world wide!

== 2013 ==
=== Get stuff done hackathon ===
* Get stuff done hackathon
** Oct 25th work on your sumobot!
** Or whatever project you are doing!
=== Raspberry Pi Hackathon ===
* Raspberry Pi Hackathon: September 14th - 9am to September 15th 6pm (With break for sleep, if desired)
** Jose won the Raspi hackathon, with the Gruntmaster 6000. A mindwave headset and a screen force users to concentrate, and the setup takes their picture for posterity.
** Other entrants included a mesh network for the Internet of Things, cheap backup camera, and automated sorting conveyor.
=== health data brainstorming hackathon ===
* in association with the Knight Foundation, XLerateHealth, Greater Louisville Enterprise Corp, Louisville Quantified Self, University of Louisville School of Public Health, and University of Louisville Health Sector Management MBA Program August 24th, from 3 to 6 PM
** http://www.lvl1.org/2013/08/15/healthy-hometown-happy-hour-hackathon-august-24th-300-pm-to-600-pm/
=== Suicidal Robots ===
* Suicidal Robots - August 10th.
=== Code for America Hackathon ===
* Code for America Hackathon - Feb 23rd
** Info here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/louisville-metro-governmentcode-for-america-hackathon-tickets-5480498318#

== 2012 ==
=== Make Food n̶o̶t̶ War 24 hour hackathon ===
* Make Food n̶o̶t̶ War 24 hour hackathon (Oct. 20-21)
=== Cupcake 2012 hackathon ===
* Cupcake 2012 hackathon
=== LVL1 2012 Boneyard Hackathon Summary ===
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1maAoSg6Fdo LVL1 2012 Boneyard Hackathon Summary] 06/15/2012 YouTube

== 2010 ==
=== open door hack-a-thon ===
* open door hack-a-thon for RFID entry and member management systems 12/11/10
=== Gwoborg Hack-a-thon ===
* Gwoborg Hack-a-thon 10/10/10 at LVL1
** Looking for web developers to create apps for WW application directory.

Workshops

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This page is a free resource for all learning materials used in LVL1 workshops. Check our [http://www.lvl1.org/events/ Calendar] to see what LVL1 workshops are on the horizon! Enjoy!

== How to Host a Workshop ==

We love it when members of our community share their knowledge and expertise! Check out our [http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Hosting Guide] for assistance in organizing an event.

== 2018 ==
=== Woodworking Workshop ===
* Woodworking Workshop - A foundation Course (cutting boards), Saturday, 15 December, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
=== Neopixel Holiday Workshop WiFi Edition!!! ===
* Neopixel Holiday Workshop WiFi Edition!!!, Saturday, 8 December, 10:00am - 1:00pm
** '''[[NeoPixel Web Server]]'''
===Soapmaking with Helen===
*November 17 - [http://www.lvl1.org/2018/12/12/project-recap/ Project Recap]
=== How to Make Your Own Lip Balm ===
* October 22 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/10/12/upcoming-class-how-to-make-your-own-lip-balm/ How to Make Your Own Lip Balm]]
===How to make your own body scrub===
* September 10 - [[body scrub class]]
=== DIY Auto Repair Basics ===
* August 25
=== Shabori Dyeing ===
* July 25 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/07/13/makerfaire-workshop-july/ Makerfaire Workshop – July Shabori Dyeing]]
=== DIY Auto Repair Basics ===
* July 21 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/07/17/diy-auto-repair-basics/ DIY Auto Repair Basics]]
=== Making Jewelry ===
* May 30 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/05/15/makerfaire-workshop-may/ Makerfaire Workshop – Making Jewelry]]
=== Build a Cloud workshop II ===
* April 28 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/04/13/makerfaire-workshop-april/ Build a Cloud workshop II]]
=== Open Sew - Derby Edition ===
* April 18 - [[http://www.lvl1.org/2018/04/10/open-sew-derby-edition/ Open Sew - Derby Edition]]
=== MotoPhoto Photo Frame Workshop ===
* March 28 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[MotoPhoto Photo Frame Mar 2018]]
=== Bath Bomb workshop ===
* March 17
=== Glass Bottle Decor Workshop ===
* February 28 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[Glass bottle Decor Workshop Feb 2018]]
=== Build a Cloud Workshop ===
* January 24 - [[Makerfaire Louisville Workshop Series 2018]] - [[Build a Cloud Workshop Jan 2018]]

== 2017 ==
=== Cuttlefish Pewter Casting Workshop ===
* December 3rd
[[Cuttlefish Pewter Casting Workshop]]
=== Neopixel Holiday Workshop ===
* November 11th
[[NeoPixel Workshop Instructions]] - Neopixel Holiday Workshop By Andy Miller
=== Wemos D1 Mini ===
* July - [[Wemos D1 Mini]]
=== Raspberry Pi Magic Mirror ===
* February - [[Raspberry Pi MagicMirror]]

== 2016 ==
=== Start Sewing ===
* [[Start Sewing!]]
=== Raspberry Pi Workshop ===

* [[Raspberry_Pi_Jukebox|Raspberry Pi Workshop]]

== 2015 ==

=== Arduino 101 ===
* [[Arduino 101]]

=== Audio-Driven Flashing LEDs ===
*Illuminate an LED with varying brightness with respect to the amplitude of an audio signal: louder is brighter, quieter is softer.
[[Audio-Driven_Flashing_LEDs]]

== 2013 ==

=== FPGA ===
*[[FPGA]]

=== OpenSCAD ===
* [[Workshops/OpenSCAD]]

=== Raspberry Pi Bootcamp ===
* Presentation [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/RasPiPresentation.pdf in PDF Format]
* Presentation [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/RasPiPresentation.ppt in Powerpoint Format]

=== Sketchup Workshop ===

* Presentation [[File:3dPrintingAndSketchUp.pdf]]
** Links to plugins for SketchUp

== 2012 ==

=== Arduino: Beyond the Blink ===

* Presentation [[File:BeyondBlinkPresent.pdf]]
** Notes are on pages 71-140

=== Atari Punk Console ===
* Follow the build instructions at [http://jimmieprodgers.com/kits/apc/makeapc/ Jimmie P. Rodgers Make APC]
* Check out APC hacks [http://jimmieprodgers.com/kits/apc/hacks/ here]. A CdS cell is included for experimentation.
* More info [http://wiki.lvl1.org/APC#Atari_Punk_Console here].

=== Digital Electronics for Arduino ===
* [[Digital for Arduino]] - Digital Electronics for Arduino Workshop

=== Freeduino Games (Gadget Lab at U of Louisville) ===
Add some games to the Freeduino Frenzy/Spring Training workshops!
*[[Freeduino Games]]

=== KiCad Workshop (1/21/12)===

[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:KiCad.pdf Kicad Presentation]
[meatandnetworking.com/w/Kicad_Resources More KiCad links and resources]

=== Trilife Workshop (Gadget Lab at U of Louisville + LVL1) ===
Learn to solder by building a small board that interacts with others in a giant array.
*[[Trilife Workshop]]

== 2011 ==

=== Android Game Workshop ===
*[https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B4p7lji7MVk7NGU3Zjk1NDUtMTliMS00NzFhLTg4YTMtNjMzMjQ1ZWIxMzVm&hl=en&authkey=CLqd-usM] Android Slides PDF
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B4p7lji7MVk7YjBlN2Q1OTYtNjIyZS00MmZiLWIzMGMtYzMxMmNmZTQ0MGRm&hl=en&authkey=CMHRx3E] Android Sample App

=== February Freeduino Frenzy ===
* [[February Freeduino Frenzy]]

=== Griswold Christmas Light Controller ===
* [[Griswold]]

=== LVL1 Summer Camp ===

LVL1 Summer Camp was a workshop that is occurring during the month of June, 2011, taking up every Saturday in June, from 1pm to 5pm.

==== Eagle Workshop ====
----
===== Links =====

Eagle itself: [http://www.cadsoft.de/download.htm Eagle Download]

Sparkfun parts library used for this workshop: [https://github.com/sparkfun/SparkFun-Eagle-Library/raw/master/SparkFun.lbr Sparkfun Library]

Dangerous Prototypes Parts Library: [http://dangerous-prototypes-open-hardware.googlecode.com/svn/trunk/Eagle_Part_Library/dp_devices.lbr DP Parts Library]

Sparkfun Keyboard Shortcuts, Appropriate for most layouts: [http://www.sparkfun.com/tutorial/BeginningEmbedded/8-EagleSchematics/sfe_eagle_shortcuts.zip Keyboard Shortcuts]

CAM file: [http://www.sparkfun.com/tutorial/BeginningEmbedded/9-EaglePCBs/sfe-gerb274x.cam Sparkfun CAM, appropriate for GoldPhoenix]

===== Board files we created =====

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/capsLocker.brd Caps Locker Board File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/tinyBreakout.brd Caps Locker Schematic File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/vusbtiny.brd V-USB Tiny Board File]

[http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13484341/vusbtiny.sch V-USB Tiny Schematic File]

===== GadgetLab TriLife blinker files =====
OK, this wasn't part of summer camp but it's here if you want more Eagle practice. [[GadgetLab_Trilife_Blinker]] is an Eagle layout project to route a board that contains about 10 parts and fits in a small footprint. The board controls the brightness of a LED depending on what neighboring boards' LEDs are doing. From the University of Louisville GadgetLab class.

==== Etching Workshop ====
----
Please See: [http://www.meatandnetworking.com/?p=47 Toner Transfer and Muriatic Acid Etchant: Making PCBs at LVL1]

==== Soldering Workshop ====
----
[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:Surface_Mount_Soldering.pdf Summer Camp Soldering Presentation]

If you'd like to create your own, you'll need these parts:

===== V-USB Programmer =====

* 1x AtTiny45, .3" SOIC package
* 1x Mini-USB B Port (surface mount)
* 1x Surface Mount Slide Switch (See Sparkfun)
* 2x 1.5k Ohm, 0805 Resistors
* 2x 68 Ohm, 0805 Resistors
* 1x Decoupling Cap
* 2x 3.3v Zener Diodes, SMB Package (Note: MUST Clamp Voltage to 3.3v)
* 1x Surface Mount, 6 pin, 2 row terminal block

===== Caps Locker =====

* 1x AtTiny45, .3" SOIC package
* 2x 68 Ohm 0805 Resistors
* 1x 1.5k Ohm 0805 Resistors
* 1x Surface Mount, 6 pin, 2 row terminal block

==== Programming Workshop ====
----
[http://wiki.lvl1.org/File:Presentationn.pdf Presentation with Notes]

For Code, see [[Resources and Code]]

=== Pimping your Home Network with DDWRT ===

*[http://www.dd-wrt.com/site/support/router-database DDWRT Database Search]
*[http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Repeater_Bridge Creating a wireless bridge]
*[http://www.pennock.nl/dd-wrt/Multiple_BSSIDs.html Guest Wifi]
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=1w1FSYX70ejcjo5jaXnvqVe3HGLekPd3I0CW5LnRBrs6RnAOcU8jWBn4ES-Lb&hl=en_US&authkey=CKC21ZMF DDWRT Power Point]

====Parts for a custom home router====
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813153154 Motherboard]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820144151 RAM]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136771 Hard Drive]
*[http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811108196 Case]

=== Ruby on Rails Workshop ===
==== Source Code & Notes ====
*[https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0Bzy184pfAcrUMThkNGVjMmItMWVmNS00OTM2LTg3ZTctOWY5MDk1MDdjY2Mx&hl=en&authkey=CP_Qo5kI] blog.zip
==== References ====
*[http://www.amazon.com/Design-Patterns-Ruby-Russ-Olsen/dp/0321490452/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305291175&sr=8-1|Design Patterns in Ruby, by Russ Olsen]
This book is both very readable (a rarity in tech books) and a fantastic introduction to Ruby for someone familiar with the GoF design pattern implementations in other languages. It has a quick Ruby syntax primer in the beginning, then jumps straight into the patterns.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Programming-Ruby-1-9-Pragmatic-Programmers/dp/1934356085/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1305291335&sr=1-1|Programming Ruby 1.9, by Dave Thomas, Chad Fowler, and Andy Hunt]
This is the latest edition of the book commonly known as "The Pickaxe" in the Ruby community -- in its first edition, it was the first comprehensive English-language reference for Ruby, and was therefore indispensable to someone just getting started with the language. The latest edition is still a great reference book to have around.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Agile-Development-Rails-Pragmatic-Programmers/dp/1934356549/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305291555&sr=8-1|Agile Web Development with Rails, 4th Edition, by Sam Ruby, Dave Thomas, and David Heinemeier Hansson]
Agile Web Development was co-authored by David Heinemeier Hansson, the creator of Rails, and was the closest thing that the Rails community had to "The Pickaxe" for Ruby, in its first edition. The authors have done a great job of cleaning it up and keeping it relevant, and the latest version covers Rails 3.

*[http://www.amazon.com/Rails-Way-Addison-Wesley-Professional-Ruby/dp/0321601661/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1305291830&sr=1-1|The Rails 3 Way, 2nd Edition, by Obie Fernandez]
Obie heads up the Florida-based Rails consultancy, Hashrocket, and was an early adopter of Rails, coming over from the Java camp. He's been a vocal advocate of best practices in Rails for just about as long as Rails has existed, and his book helps to explain not just how to do things in Rails, but why.

=== Tinkering to Commercialization Workshop ===
[[Media:Tinkering_To_Commercialization_-_August_2011.pdf|Tinkering to Commercialization Presentation]]

=== Twiddle N Scratch ===

*[[Workshops/TwiddleNScratch|Twiddle N Scratch]]

== 2010 ==

=== Freeduino Spring Training ===

[[Freediuino_Spring_Training|Freeduino Spring Training]]

Below are the lessons for the Freeduino Spring Training. They are Creative Commons licensed, so share and use. Pass them along. If there are issues (bugs) with the instruction, code or circuits, then email me brian_at_lvl1.org. The breadboard and schematic pictures are drawn using the [http://www.fritzing.org Fritzing] Program. Try Fritzing out - it is really cool!

*[[1st Inning]] - Arduino and Breadboard setup, Power
*[[2nd Inning]] - Blinking LED
*[[3rd Inning]] - Tri-Color LED fading
*[[4th Inning]] - LCD display
*[[5th Inning]] - Pushbutton switches
*[[6th Inning]] - Potentiometers and voltage dividers
*[[7th Inning]] - Photocell, Thermistor
*[[8th Inning]] - Spin a motor, transistors and diodes
*[[9th Inning]] - Sounds and speakers

=== Learn To Solder with Mitch Altman and Jimmie Rodgers ===
*[[Media:LearnToSolderWithMitch.odt|Flyer for the workshop in OOO Writer format.]]
*[[Media:LearnToSolderWithMitch.pdf|Flyer for the workshop in PDF format.]]

=== Intermediate Microcontroller Workshop, "Beyond Arduino" ===
*[http://drop.io/kt3wfh7 Presentation] - The Powerpoint Presentation used in the workshop, with notes.
*[[Resources and Code]] - The files used during the course of this workshop.
*[[Parts]] - Parts used in this workshop
*[[Media:Lvl1_avr_workshop.svg|Flyer for the workshop in SVG Format.]]
*[[Media:Lvl1_avr_workshop.pdf|Flyer for the workshop in PDF Format.]]

=== Minti Boost Workshop ===
[[MintiBoost]] Workshop Information for 12/6/10 and 12/18/10

=== Solder Your Own Freeduino ===
*[http://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software Download Arduino Software] the Arduino software and install.
*[http://arduino.cc/en/Tutorial/HomePage Arduino Tutorials] Arduino Tutorials
*[[Media:Solder_your_own_freeduino_handout.pdf|Solder Your Own Freeduino Instructions PDF]]
*[[Media:Solder_your_own_freeduino_handout.odp|Solder Your Own Freeduino Instructions Open Office Presentation]]
*[[Media:ResistorQV.pdf|Resistor Color Code PDF]]
*[[Media:Arduino_cheat_sheet_v02c.pdf|Arduino Cheatsheet PDF]]

=== TV-B-Gone Workshop ===
*[[Media:Tv-b-gone.odp|TV-B-Gone instructions Open Office Presentation]]
*[[Media:Tv-b-gone.pdf|TV-B-Gone instructions PDF]]

== Resources ==

*How to Solder
** [[media:soldercomic.pdf|Soldering is Easy Comic]]

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Raspberry Pi Jukebox

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Scheduled for Saturday, February 20th 2016, Jared will/has run a Raspberry Pi workshop. documentation for this workshop will live here.

= Booting for the first time =

* If you boot to raspi-config:
** http://xmodulo.com/configure-raspberry-pi-first-time.html

* If you boot to command line:
**Type sudo raspi-config, then hit enter, and follow raspi-config instructions.

* If you boot to desktop:
** Navigate to Menu > Preferences > Raspberry Pi Configuration
** Click Expand Filesystem.

= Giving your Pi a Unique Name =

* Once booted to the Desktop, change your Hostname.
** From the GUI, navigate to Menu > Preferences > Raspberry Pi Configuration
** Type in a unique Hostname.
*** The Pi will require a reboot.

= Powerpoint to follow along =

[[File:rpi_jukebox.pdf]]

= More notes to come =

http://www.computerhope.com/unix/sftp.htm

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Start Sewing!

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==presentation==
Please download or open with Google Slides; otherwise may not display properly.
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_eQ1ps3ItE3bWhDcU9WYkNtRGs/view?usp=sharing]

==resources==

Chronological, from the presentation:

In-depth on deciphering patterns
[http://so-sew-easy.com/understanding-a-sewing-pattern-envelope/]

On the importance of prewashing
[http://crafted-spectrophotometer/2015/10/how-to-prepare-fabric-for-sewing.html]

Cutting out pattern pieces
[http://sewfearless.com/2012/06/29/taking-the-leap-understanding-sewing-patterns-part-2-cutting-out-the-fabric-pieces/ ]

How a sewing machine works
[http://www.sewusa.com/Sewing_Machine_Repair/Sewing%20Machine%20Stitch%20formation.htm]

Tudor shirt assembly
[http://knittingfiendishly.blogspot.com/2015/04/making-tudor-shirt-part-9-assembly.html]

Doxie Queen is a self-taught teen who has excellent step-by-step documentation of her process, loads of inspiration
[https://doxiequeen1.wordpress.com/]

More detail on diving in to your pattern
[http://www.sewmamasew.com/2015/10/how-to-read-prepare-sewing-patterns-with-mary-abreu/]

How to Read a Sewing Pattern with Liesl Gibson is a great video if you need to see it in action
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kJx3SiGKtA]

WikiHow: How to read a sewing pattern
[http://www.wikihow.com/Read-a-Sewing-Pattern]

Sew Fearless gives a little more advice on garment assembly
[http://sewfearless.com/2012/08/06/taking-the-leap-understanding-sewing-patterns-part-3-sewing-it-up/]

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Raspberry Pi MagicMirror

2019-02-19T23:55:56Z

Tvansant:

== Materials ==
* 1x USB Female to Female
* 1x MicroSD with adapter
* 1x Element 10 LCD
* 1x Element 10 power
* 1x custom wooden frame
* 1x document frame with glass (11"x8.5")
* 1x 12"x12" privacy mirror film
* 2x self tapping screw

== Supplies ==
* Sandpaper (for fitting the glass)
* Adhesive (for adhering the glass to the frame)

== Tools ==
* Screw driver with phillips head (to remove screws on Element 10 LCD case
* Powered drill
* 1/16" bit for pilot hole

= Directions =

== Step 1: Gather materials & select work area==
* Gather your materials and select a work area, each work area should have a screw driver and drill

== Step 2: Unpack the frame==
* Unpackage the glass from the document frame, discard frame (unless you want to keep it)
* With your wooden frame, fit the glass in and if necessary use sandpaper to make a perfect fit by sanding any edges that prevent it full sitting in the lip
* Set the glass aside and be careful not to break it. You may want to label it with your name

== Step 3: Disassemble the LCD from the frame ==
* Remove 4 screws from the back of the frame then pry off the plastic casing.
* Remove 2 screws from the top of the LCD (where the green circuit board isn't), save the se 2 screws
* Remove 5 screws from the green circuit board to uncover 2 addition screws in brackets for the LCD identical to the top.
* Remove 2 screws from the plastic case and the LCD should now pop out.
* Add the 5 screws back to the circuit board connecting it to the LCD
* Remove the USB like device in the circuit board that says "CONNECT TO WUSB"

== Step 4: Attach the LCD to the wood frame ==
* Pre drill pilot holes with the drill and small bit by placing the LCD tabs at the top of the frame (note 2 tabs are inaccessible due to the green circuit boards)
* The top of the frame with the 2 notched out areas we will call the top from this point forward
* With the 2 self tapping screws, screw these with a hand screw driver, angling slightly toward the top of the frame
* The LCD can now freely hang from the wood frame

== Step 5: Connect your Pi to the LCD ==
* Move into the classroom for this step, take your laptop, LCD, frame, power supply and USB Cable
* Connect your Pi to the ethernet and a USB cord from the Pi to the LCD in the port that is labeled "CONNECT TO WUSB"
* Connect your Pi to a power source
* The Pi should now boot and you should see the Pi desktop
* You should see that the desktop is inverted and we need to login and change that in the next step

== Step 6: Configuring the Pi ==
* You can connect with a keyboard and mouse directly to the Pi or you can connect from any other computer
* With the Pi powered on you should see the IP address at the top right of the stats on the desktop, note the IP address under the mispelled "Eithernet" that should say Ethernet
* On your desktop with a SSH client such as the MacOS built in Terminal (click on search and type in TERMINAL to load it) or PUTTY on Windows (ChromeOS you may want to Google)
type the following to connect to the Pi

<code>ssh pi@[IP ADDRESS] </code>

Example:

<code>ssh 10.0.0.7</code>

Type YES If prompted that you want to connect

Password when prompted:

<code>'''Password:''' magicmirror</code>

You are now connected to your Pi

This terminal window allows you to copy and paste commands from this tutorial

Common linux commands we will use

<code>cd XXXX</code>: change directory XXXX where XXXX is the folder you want to
<code>mkdir XXXX</code> make directory XXXX where XXXX is the folder you want to create
<code>cd ..</code> change directory to one directory above

<code>sudo XXXX</code> super user do where XXXX is the command you want to run as a different user

<code>sudo !!</code> [read as sudo bang bang] saves you time by executing the previous command as sudo

<code>ls list</code>

<code>ls -l</code> list with details

<code>nano XXXX</code> '''nano''' the program that we'll use to edit text where XXXX is the name of the file to edit or create (if it doesn't exist)

=== Editing Conky, the information that is displayed on the Pi's desktop ===
to edit the 'misspelled ethernet' on the main page, type

<code>nano ~/.conkyrc </code>

'''Note''' that anything that starts with a '''#''' is commented and the computer doesn't do anything with that line, so you can always type notes to yourself

<code>#The computer ignores this because it starts with a pound/hash tag sign</code>

Let's change the update interval from 2.0 seconds to 5.0 seconds and note how the display flashes with updates every 5 seconds instead of every 2

Once edited from 2.0 to 5.0 press <code>CONTROL + O</code> to save the file to '''O'''utput

An error should appear! We should have started this with <code>sudo</code>

Type <code>CONTROL + X</code> to exit, you will be prompted to save the output, press N for No to discard changes
now you can type either

<code>sudo nano ~/.conkyrc </code>

or the shortcut is

<code>sudo !!</code>

The editor should open, make the same changes and press <code>CONTROL + O</code> to output, you should see a confirmation, press ENTER
Go back into the file and change the

<code>update_interval</code> to 2.0 instead of 5.0

CONTROL + W is a search feature for "where is" type Eithernet (it is case sensitive) and press enter; correct this spelling to Ethernet
Output your file, save and exit (<code>CONTROL + O</code>, enter, <code>CONTROL + X</code>)
You should now be back at the terminal screen and our Pi should be updated correctly

Step 7: Displaying your first magic mirror
To start the magic mirror program, change to the MagicMirror directory created for you already before arrival by typing
To see where you are anytime, type

<code>pwd</code>

as in Print Working Directory
type ls to see a listing of the files
type ls -l to see a listing with details
you should be in an area that lists common folders such as Music, Documents and you should see one named MagicMirror, enter that folder by typing

<code>cd MagicMirror</code>

Note: linux and the '''text in Raspberry Pi is case sensitive''', so pay attention
type the following to see a list of the files

<code>ls </code>

type the following to see a listing with details
<code>ls -l</code>
To begin the MagicMirror program
<code>DISPLAY=:0 nohup npm start &</code>
Look at your display and in about 15 seconds your first screen should appear, but it is upside down in the frame! Let's fix that!
We don't quite have enough ability to stop the Magic Mirror, so let's restart the Raspberry Pi by typing the following
sudo shutdown -r now
Read as "super user shutdown hyphen r now" with r being the restart option
You will now lose connection to the Raspberry Pi, in about 1 minute, log back into the Pi by typing
<code>ssh pi@X.X.X.X </code>
from our first attempt at connecting to the Pi from Terminal or PUTTY, enter your password then return, type pwd to see the working directory where you are

Step 7: Rotating the screen

When logged back into the Pi, type the following to edit the monitor preferences

<code>sudo nano /usr/share/X11/xorg.conf.d/60-pluggable.conf </code>

You will see the following
<code>
Section "Device"
Identifier "displaylink device"
driver "fbdev"
Option "fbdev" "/dev/fb1"
Option "ShadowFB" "off"
EndSection
</code>

Add the following before the '<code>EndSection</code>' as a new line

<code> Option "rotate" "UD"</code>

What you're doing here is telling the screen to rotate up down

It should now read as

<code>
Section "Device"
Identifier "displaylink device"
driver "fbdev"
Option "fbdev" "/dev/fb1"
Option "ShadowFB" "off"
'''Option "rotate" "UD"'''
EndSection
</code>

Save the file by pressing <code>CONTROL + O</code>, then <code>CONTROL + X</code>
Restart the Pi by typing

<code>sudo shutdown -r now</code>

== Step 8: Really starting the MagicMirror ==
Now let's get started with the MagicMirror

Further Documentation can be found for your review after the class by visiting
https://github.com/MichMich/MagicMirror

Change directories to the MagicMirror/config directory by typing

<code>cd MagicMirror</code>

To see the folders & files type

<code>ls</code>

Change directories to the config folder

<code>cd config</code>

To see the folders & files type

<code>ls</code>

The previous directions when we started said we needed to copy the config.js.sample to our own config.js file; to do this type

<code>cp config.js.sample config.js</code>

go back to the MagicMirror folder by typing

<code>cd ..</code>
now start the MagicMirror and you should see a correctly oriented time, date, etc.

<code>DISPLAY=:0 nohup npm start &</code>

== Step 9: Editing the display ==
Let's display LVL1's upcoming events so you never miss another workshop like Arduino 101 or Raspberry Pi 101
Find a calendar you like, maybe your own, maybe an organization's.
To find a calendar of your own or a public one like LVL1: In Google Calendar, click on the arrow to the right of LVL1 and select Calendar Settings
<code>https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/1n5qvjga6i4t6lde35vq5dg8ds%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics</code>
Under Calendar Address, grab the ICAL link by right clicking and select copy link address
Find the calendar module back in your Terminal window and opening up the config.js file we created by navigating to MagicMirror/Config

<code>cd MagicMirror

cd config

sudo nano config.js
</code>
Use your arrow keys to scroll down until you find the area for module: 'calendar'
Here you'll see an area called calendars with a URL as an attribute
Edit the <code>url: 'webcal://www.calendarlabs.com/templates.....'</code> to the link you copied or the LVL1 one listed below; you can go to the end and press backspace or be in front of the text and deleted out everything inside of the two apostrophes '' so that it only says
url: ''
and the make it
<code>url: 'YOUR STUFF PASTED HERE KEEP THE APOSTROPHES'</code>

Save, exit & restart the MagicMirror program
<code>CONTROL + O
CONTROL + X
DISPLAY=:0 nohup npm start &
</code>

Your magic mirror should now bring in this new calendar!

So what's next? That's up to you, see documentation here:
https://github.com/MichMich/MagicMirror
Modules & more info:
https://magicmirror.builders/ and click on Modules at the top to see documentation

Show your skills:
For this new calendar, instead of it saying US Holidays, make it say something more reflective of the calendar you selected to display
For this new calendar instead of the relative time until the events, make it say the time by adding a new property to the calendar that changes it from the default of relative (IE: 2 days away) to 'absolute'
Review some of the 3rd party items and install one to see how you can write your own or bring in someone else's module

== Step X: Make and adhere your 2 way mirror to the frame ==

Homework Part 1: Autostarting the MagicMirror
https://github.com/MichMich/MagicMirror/wiki/Auto-Starting-MagicMirror

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Wemos D1 Mini

2019-02-19T23:55:21Z

Tvansant:

== These are instructions to get you going on a WeMos D1 Mini. ==

* The Wemos D1 mini is a NodeMCU board made by wemos.cc
* It is cheap <$5!
* can be programmed using Arduino environment
* can be loaded up with MicroPython <- tricky!
* Wifi built in - Great for IoT!
* 11 digital input/output pins, all pins have interrupt/pwm/I2C/one-wire supported(except D0)
* 1 analog input(3.2V max input)
* a Micro USB connection
* Compatible with Arduino
* Compatible with nodemcu
* 4 Meg flash RAM

* Loads of shields you can buy for it. https://wiki.wemos.cc/products:d1_mini_shields
** DHT Shield
** Battery Shield
** Matrix LED Shield
** Buzzer Shield
** Dual Base
** SHT30 Shield
** WS2812B RGB Shield
** ProtoBoard Shield
** 1-Button Shield
** Micro SD Card Shield
** Relay Shield
** DC Power Shield
** Tripler Base
** Motor Shield
** OLED Shield

* product page: https://wiki.wemos.cc/products:d1:d1_mini
* purchase here: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/D1-mini-Mini-NodeMcu-4M-bytes-Lua-WIFI-Internet-of-Things-development-board-based-ESP8266/1331105_32529101036.html
** all the shields and d1 minis are on ali express. Takes a month to get from China. Some ebay sellers in USA for faster shipping.

== Setup ==
* you need Arduino software.
* you need CH340G driver for serial usb communication
* Download and follow instructions here: https://wiki.wemos.cc/tutorials:get_started:get_started_in_arduino
* You have to set up the board using the board manager in the Arduino software.
** enter into board manager: http://arduino.esp8266.com/versions/2.3.0/package_esp8266com_index.json or http://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json
* Choose Tools->Board->WeMos D1 Mini
* try some programs File->Example

== WIFI setup ==
* use wifi manager to get online. https://github.com/tzapu/WiFiManager
** Has AP captive portal! Amazing!

== SHT30 Shield ==
* Temperature and Humidity
* Product: https://wiki.wemos.cc/products:d1_mini_shields:sht30_shield
* Code: https://github.com/wemos/WEMOS_SHT3x_Arduino_Library

== OLED Shield ==
* 64 X 48 pixels
* Product: https://wiki.wemos.cc/products:d1_mini_shields:oled_shield
* Code: https://github.com/mcauser/Adafruit_SSD1306/tree/esp8266-64x48
* in file Adafruit_SSD1306.h (arduino libraries) make sure to have the following:
** #define SSD1306_I2C_ADDRESS 0x3C
** #define SSD1306_64_48

== Brian's Weather Station ==
* in progress...
* https://github.com/bpwagner/LVL1_Weather.git
* box.svg is a lasercut box that you can make at LVL1!

[[Category:HOWTO]]

NeoPixel Workshop Instructions

2019-02-19T23:54:31Z

Tvansant:

This is the instruction page for the NeoPixel Workshop ran by Andy Miller on 11/11/17

= Software to install =
You will need to install the following programs and drivers

Download and install the Arduino IDE V 1.8.5 (or newer).

'''Do not download/install the web IDE!'''

https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software

There are some step by step instructions here: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Guide/HomePage

----
Download and install the CH340 USB drivers for the Arduino clones:

https://sparks.gogo.co.nz/ch340.html

Note: The CH340 chip is a USB to serial chip used frequently on Arduino clones. Official Arduinos use the FTDI chip. Those drivers are included in the Arduino software install.

----
Download the NeoPixel and Fast LED libraries using the Arduino IDE:

Go to Sketch->Include Library->Manage Library in the Arduino IDE menu

Search for Adafruit NeoPixel library, select it and then click the install button

Search for FASTLed library, select and install

= Hardware setup =

See this page for the uberguide of everything neopixel https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide/the-magic-of-neopixels

And here is another guide https://www.tweaking4all.com/hardware/arduino/arduino-ws2812-led/

Hook up your LED strand like this picture:

[[File:leds_Wiring-Diagram.png]]

Be sure to hook up the dataline to pin 6. We are not using the 470 ohm resistor. Just use a wire!

= Code =

Open the Arduino IDE and copy and paste this test code! Have fun!

The code below is also found in your Arduino IDE under File->Examples->FastLED and File->Examples->Adafruit Neopixel

Since your strand is connected to pin 6, you may have to change the code to relfect that.

Examples are a good place to start programming Arduino sketches!

== Color Pallet ==

<pre>
#include <FastLED.h>

#define LED_PIN 6
#define NUM_LEDS 60
#define BRIGHTNESS 96
#define LED_TYPE WS2811
#define COLOR_ORDER GRB
CRGB leds[NUM_LEDS];

#define UPDATES_PER_SECOND 100

// FastLED provides a few pre-configured color palettes, and makes it
// extremely easy to make up your own color schemes with palettes.
//
// Some notes on the more abstract 'theory and practice' of
// FastLED compact palettes are at the bottom of this file.

CRGBPalette16 currentPalette;
TBlendType currentBlending;

extern CRGBPalette16 myRedWhiteBluePalette;
extern const TProgmemPalette16 myRedWhiteBluePalette_p PROGMEM;

void setup() {
delay( 3000 ); // power-up safety delay
FastLED.addLeds<LED_TYPE, LED_PIN, COLOR_ORDER>(leds, NUM_LEDS).setCorrection( TypicalLEDStrip );
FastLED.setBrightness( BRIGHTNESS );

currentPalette = RainbowColors_p;
currentBlending = LINEARBLEND;
}

void loop()
{
ChangePalettePeriodically();

static uint8_t startIndex = 0;
startIndex = startIndex + 1; /* motion speed */

FillLEDsFromPaletteColors( startIndex);

FastLED.show();
FastLED.delay(1000 / UPDATES_PER_SECOND);
}

void FillLEDsFromPaletteColors( uint8_t colorIndex)
{
uint8_t brightness = 255;

for( int i = 0; i < NUM_LEDS; i++) {
leds[i] = ColorFromPalette( currentPalette, colorIndex, brightness, currentBlending);
colorIndex += 3;
}
}

void ChangePalettePeriodically()
{
uint8_t secondHand = (millis() / 1000) % 60;
static uint8_t lastSecond = 99;

if( lastSecond != secondHand) {
lastSecond = secondHand;
if( secondHand == 0) { currentPalette = RainbowColors_p; currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 10) { currentPalette = RainbowStripeColors_p; currentBlending = NOBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 15) { currentPalette = RainbowStripeColors_p; currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 20) { SetupPurpleAndGreenPalette(); currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 25) { SetupTotallyRandomPalette(); currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 30) { SetupBlackAndWhiteStripedPalette(); currentBlending = NOBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 35) { SetupBlackAndWhiteStripedPalette(); currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 40) { currentPalette = CloudColors_p; currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 45) { currentPalette = PartyColors_p; currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 50) { currentPalette = myRedWhiteBluePalette_p; currentBlending = NOBLEND; }
if( secondHand == 55) { currentPalette = myRedWhiteBluePalette_p; currentBlending = LINEARBLEND; }
}
}

// This function fills the palette with totally random colors.
void SetupTotallyRandomPalette()
{
for( int i = 0; i < 16; i++) {
currentPalette[i] = CHSV( random8(), 255, random8());
}
}

// This function sets up a palette of black and white stripes,
// using code. Since the palette is effectively an array of
// sixteen CRGB colors, the various fill_* functions can be used
// to set them up.
void SetupBlackAndWhiteStripedPalette()
{
// 'black out' all 16 palette entries...
fill_solid( currentPalette, 16, CRGB::Black);
// and set every fourth one to white.
currentPalette[0] = CRGB::White;
currentPalette[4] = CRGB::White;
currentPalette[8] = CRGB::White;
currentPalette[12] = CRGB::White;

}

// This function sets up a palette of purple and green stripes.
void SetupPurpleAndGreenPalette()
{
CRGB purple = CHSV( HUE_PURPLE, 255, 255);
CRGB green = CHSV( HUE_GREEN, 255, 255);
CRGB black = CRGB::Black;

currentPalette = CRGBPalette16(
green, green, black, black,
purple, purple, black, black,
green, green, black, black,
purple, purple, black, black );
}

// This example shows how to set up a static color palette
// which is stored in PROGMEM (flash), which is almost always more
// plentiful than RAM. A static PROGMEM palette like this
// takes up 64 bytes of flash.
const TProgmemPalette16 myRedWhiteBluePalette_p PROGMEM =
{
CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Gray, // 'white' is too bright compared to red and blue
CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Black,

CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Gray,
CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Black,

CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Gray,
CRGB::Gray,
CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Black,
CRGB::Black
};

</pre>

== Demo Reel.ino ==

<pre>
#include "FastLED.h"

#if defined(FASTLED_VERSION) && (FASTLED_VERSION < 3001000)
#warning "Requires FastLED 3.1 or later; check github for latest code."
#endif

#define DATA_PIN 6
#define LED_TYPE WS2811
#define COLOR_ORDER GRB
#define NUM_LEDS 60
CRGB leds[NUM_LEDS];

#define BRIGHTNESS 96
#define FRAMES_PER_SECOND 80

void setup() {
delay(3000); // 3 second delay for recovery

// tell FastLED about the LED strip configuration
FastLED.addLeds<LED_TYPE,DATA_PIN,COLOR_ORDER>(leds, NUM_LEDS).setCorrection(TypicalLEDStrip);
//FastLED.addLeds<LED_TYPE,DATA_PIN,CLK_PIN,COLOR_ORDER>(leds, NUM_LEDS).setCorrection(TypicalLEDStrip);

// set master brightness control
FastLED.setBrightness(BRIGHTNESS);
}

// List of patterns to cycle through. Each is defined as a separate function below.
typedef void (*SimplePatternList[])();
SimplePatternList gPatterns = { rainbow, rainbowWithGlitter, confetti, sinelon, juggle, bpm };

uint8_t gCurrentPatternNumber = 0; // Index number of which pattern is current
uint8_t gHue = 0; // rotating "base color" used by many of the patterns

void loop()
{
// Call the current pattern function once, updating the 'leds' array
gPatterns[gCurrentPatternNumber]();

// send the 'leds' array out to the actual LED strip
FastLED.show();
// insert a delay to keep the framerate modest
FastLED.delay(1000/FRAMES_PER_SECOND);

// do some periodic updates
EVERY_N_MILLISECONDS( 20 ) { gHue++; } // slowly cycle the "base color" through the rainbow
EVERY_N_SECONDS( 10 ) { nextPattern(); } // change patterns periodically
}

#define ARRAY_SIZE(A) (sizeof(A) / sizeof((A)[0]))

void nextPattern()
{
// add one to the current pattern number, and wrap around at the end
gCurrentPatternNumber = (gCurrentPatternNumber + 1) % ARRAY_SIZE( gPatterns);
}

void rainbow()
{
// FastLED's built-in rainbow generator
fill_rainbow( leds, NUM_LEDS, gHue, 7);
}

void rainbowWithGlitter()
{
// built-in FastLED rainbow, plus some random sparkly glitter
rainbow();
addGlitter(80);
}

void addGlitter( fract8 chanceOfGlitter)
{
if( random8() < chanceOfGlitter) {
leds[ random16(NUM_LEDS) ] += CRGB::White;
}
}

void confetti()
{
// random colored speckles that blink in and fade smoothly
fadeToBlackBy( leds, NUM_LEDS, 10);
int pos = random16(NUM_LEDS);
leds[pos] += CHSV( gHue + random8(64), 200, 255);
}

void sinelon()
{
// a colored dot sweeping back and forth, with fading trails
fadeToBlackBy( leds, NUM_LEDS, 20);
int pos = beatsin16( 13, 0, NUM_LEDS-1 );
leds[pos] += CHSV( gHue, 255, 192);
}

void bpm()
{
// colored stripes pulsing at a defined Beats-Per-Minute (BPM)
uint8_t BeatsPerMinute = 62;
CRGBPalette16 palette = PartyColors_p;
uint8_t beat = beatsin8( BeatsPerMinute, 64, 255);
for( int i = 0; i < NUM_LEDS; i++) { //9948
leds[i] = ColorFromPalette(palette, gHue+(i*2), beat-gHue+(i*10));
}
}

void juggle() {
// eight colored dots, weaving in and out of sync with each other
fadeToBlackBy( leds, NUM_LEDS, 20);
byte dothue = 0;
for( int i = 0; i < 8; i++) {
leds[beatsin16( i+7, 0, NUM_LEDS-1 )] |= CHSV(dothue, 200, 255);
dothue += 32;
}
}
</pre>

== Fire Nash ==

<pre>
#include <Adafruit_NeoPixel.h>
#define PIN 6
#define NUM_LEDS 144
// Parameter 1 = number of pixels in strip
// Parameter 2 = pin number (most are valid)
// Parameter 3 = pixel type flags, add together as needed:
// NEO_KHZ800 800 KHz bitstream (most NeoPixel products w/WS2812 LEDs)
// NEO_KHZ400 400 KHz (classic 'v1' (not v2) FLORA pixels, WS2811 drivers)
// NEO_GRB Pixels are wired for GRB bitstream (most NeoPixel products)
// NEO_RGB Pixels are wired for RGB bitstream (v1 FLORA pixels, not v2)
Adafruit_NeoPixel strip = Adafruit_NeoPixel(NUM_LEDS, PIN, NEO_GRB + NEO_KHZ800);

void setup() {
strip.begin();
strip.show(); // Initialize all pixels to 'off'
}

// *** REPLACE FROM HERE ***
void loop() {
Fire(55,120,15);
}

void Fire(int Cooling, int Sparking, int SpeedDelay) {
static byte heat[NUM_LEDS];
int cooldown;

// Step 1. Cool down every cell a little
for( int i = 0; i < NUM_LEDS; i++) {
cooldown = random(0, ((Cooling * 10) / NUM_LEDS) + 2);

if(cooldown>heat[i]) {
heat[i]=0;
} else {
heat[i]=heat[i]-cooldown;
}
}

// Step 2. Heat from each cell drifts 'up' and diffuses a little
for( int k= NUM_LEDS - 1; k >= 2; k--) {
heat[k] = (heat[k - 1] + heat[k - 2] + heat[k - 2]) / 3;
}

// Step 3. Randomly ignite new 'sparks' near the bottom
if( random(255) < Sparking ) {
int y = random(7);
heat[y] = heat[y] + random(160,255);
//heat[y] = random(160,255);
}

// Step 4. Convert heat to LED colors
for( int j = 0; j < NUM_LEDS; j++) {
setPixelHeatColor(j, heat[j] );
}

showStrip();
delay(SpeedDelay);
}

void setPixelHeatColor (int Pixel, byte temperature) {
// Scale 'heat' down from 0-255 to 0-191
byte t192 = round((temperature/255.0)*191);

// calculate ramp up from
byte heatramp = t192 & 0x3F; // 0..63
heatramp <<= 2; // scale up to 0..252

// figure out which third of the spectrum we're in:
if( t192 > 0x80) { // hottest
setPixel(Pixel, 255, 255, heatramp);
} else if( t192 > 0x40 ) { // middle
setPixel(Pixel, 255, heatramp, 0);
} else { // coolest
setPixel(Pixel, heatramp, 0, 0);
}
}
// *** REPLACE TO HERE ***

void showStrip() {
#ifdef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// NeoPixel
strip.show();
#endif
#ifndef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// FastLED
FastLED.show();
#endif
}

void setPixel(int Pixel, byte red, byte green, byte blue) {
#ifdef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// NeoPixel
strip.setPixelColor(Pixel, strip.Color(red, green, blue));
#endif
#ifndef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// FastLED
leds[Pixel].r = red;
leds[Pixel].g = green;
leds[Pixel].b = blue;
#endif
}

void setAll(byte red, byte green, byte blue) {
for(int i = 0; i < NUM_LEDS; i++ ) {
setPixel(i, red, green, blue);
}
showStrip();
}
</pre>

== Neo Test Code ==

<pre>
#include <Adafruit_NeoPixel.h>
#ifdef __AVR__
#include <avr/power.h>
#endif

#define PIN 6

#define NUM_LEDS 144

#define BRIGHTNESS 50

Adafruit_NeoPixel strip = Adafruit_NeoPixel(NUM_LEDS, PIN, NEO_GRBW + NEO_KHZ800);

int gamma[] = {
0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0,
0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1,
1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2,
2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5,
5, 6, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7, 7, 8, 8, 8, 9, 9, 9, 10,
10, 10, 11, 11, 11, 12, 12, 13, 13, 13, 14, 14, 15, 15, 16, 16,
17, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19, 20, 20, 21, 21, 22, 22, 23, 24, 24, 25,
25, 26, 27, 27, 28, 29, 29, 30, 31, 32, 32, 33, 34, 35, 35, 36,
37, 38, 39, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 50,
51, 52, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68,
69, 70, 72, 73, 74, 75, 77, 78, 79, 81, 82, 83, 85, 86, 87, 89,
90, 92, 93, 95, 96, 98, 99,101,102,104,105,107,109,110,112,114,
115,117,119,120,122,124,126,127,129,131,133,135,137,138,140,142,
144,146,148,150,152,154,156,158,160,162,164,167,169,171,173,175,
177,180,182,184,186,189,191,193,196,198,200,203,205,208,210,213,
215,218,220,223,225,228,231,233,236,239,241,244,247,249,252,255 };

void setup() {
Serial.begin(115200);
// This is for Trinket 5V 16MHz, you can remove these three lines if you are not using a Trinket
#if defined (__AVR_ATtiny85__)
if (F_CPU == 16000000) clock_prescale_set(clock_div_1);
#endif
// End of trinket special code
strip.setBrightness(BRIGHTNESS);
strip.begin();
strip.show(); // Initialize all pixels to 'off'
}

void loop() {
// Some example procedures showing how to display to the pixels:
colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 50); // Red
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 50); // Blue
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 0, 255), 50); // White

whiteOverRainbow(20,75,5);

pulseWhite(5);

// fullWhite();
// delay(2000);

rainbowFade2White(3,3,1);

}

// Fill the dots one after the other with a color
void colorWipe(uint32_t c, uint8_t wait) {
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, c);
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

void pulseWhite(uint8_t wait) {
for(int j = 0; j < 256 ; j++){
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, gamma[j] ) );
}
delay(wait);
strip.show();
}

for(int j = 255; j >= 0 ; j--){
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, gamma[j] ) );
}
delay(wait);
strip.show();
}
}

void rainbowFade2White(uint8_t wait, int rainbowLoops, int whiteLoops) {
float fadeMax = 100.0;
int fadeVal = 0;
uint32_t wheelVal;
int redVal, greenVal, blueVal;

for(int k = 0 ; k < rainbowLoops ; k ++){

for(int j=0; j<256; j++) { // 5 cycles of all colors on wheel

for(int i=0; i< strip.numPixels(); i++) {

wheelVal = Wheel(((i * 256 / strip.numPixels()) + j) & 255);

redVal = red(wheelVal) * float(fadeVal/fadeMax);
greenVal = green(wheelVal) * float(fadeVal/fadeMax);
blueVal = blue(wheelVal) * float(fadeVal/fadeMax);

strip.setPixelColor( i, strip.Color( redVal, greenVal, blueVal ) );

}

//First loop, fade in!
if(k == 0 && fadeVal < fadeMax-1) {
fadeVal++;
}

//Last loop, fade out!
else if(k == rainbowLoops - 1 && j > 255 - fadeMax ){
fadeVal--;
}

strip.show();
delay(wait);
}

}

delay(500);

for(int k = 0 ; k < whiteLoops ; k ++){

for(int j = 0; j < 256 ; j++){

for(uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, gamma[j] ) );
}
strip.show();
}

delay(2000);
for(int j = 255; j >= 0 ; j--){

for(uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, gamma[j] ) );
}
strip.show();
}
}

delay(500);

}

void whiteOverRainbow(uint8_t wait, uint8_t whiteSpeed, uint8_t whiteLength ) {

if(whiteLength >= strip.numPixels()) whiteLength = strip.numPixels() - 1;

int head = whiteLength - 1;
int tail = 0;

int loops = 3;
int loopNum = 0;

static unsigned long lastTime = 0;

while(true){
for(int j=0; j<256; j++) {
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
if((i >= tail && i <= head) || (tail > head && i >= tail) || (tail > head && i <= head) ){
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, 255 ) );
}
else{
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel(((i * 256 / strip.numPixels()) + j) & 255));
}

}

if(millis() - lastTime > whiteSpeed) {
head++;
tail++;
if(head == strip.numPixels()){
loopNum++;
}
lastTime = millis();
}

if(loopNum == loops) return;

head%=strip.numPixels();
tail%=strip.numPixels();
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

}
void fullWhite() {

for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, strip.Color(0,0,0, 255 ) );
}
strip.show();
}

// Slightly different, this makes the rainbow equally distributed throughout
void rainbowCycle(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<256 * 5; j++) { // 5 cycles of all colors on wheel
for(i=0; i< strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel(((i * 256 / strip.numPixels()) + j) & 255));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

void rainbow(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<256; j++) {
for(i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel((i+j) & 255));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

// Input a value 0 to 255 to get a color value.
// The colours are a transition r - g - b - back to r.
uint32_t Wheel(byte WheelPos) {
WheelPos = 255 - WheelPos;
if(WheelPos < 85) {
return strip.Color(255 - WheelPos * 3, 0, WheelPos * 3,0);
}
if(WheelPos < 170) {
WheelPos -= 85;
return strip.Color(0, WheelPos * 3, 255 - WheelPos * 3,0);
}
WheelPos -= 170;
return strip.Color(WheelPos * 3, 255 - WheelPos * 3, 0,0);
}

uint8_t red(uint32_t c) {
return (c >> 8);
}
uint8_t green(uint32_t c) {
return (c >> 16);
}
uint8_t blue(uint32_t c) {
return (c);
}

</pre>

== RWB 1St Code ==

<pre>
#include <Adafruit_NeoPixel.h>
#ifdef __AVR__
#include <avr/power.h>
#endif

#define PIN 6

Adafruit_NeoPixel strip = Adafruit_NeoPixel(60, PIN, NEO_GRB + NEO_KHZ800);

void setup() {
// This is for Trinket 5V 16MHz, you can remove these three lines if you are not using a Trinket
#if defined (__AVR_ATtiny85__)
if (F_CPU == 16000000) clock_prescale_set(clock_div_1);
#endif
// End of trinket special code

strip.begin();
strip.show(); // Initialize all pixels to 'off'

}

void loop() {
// Some example procedures showing how to display to the pixels:
colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 10); // Red
colorWipe(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 10); // Blue
colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 10); // Red
colorWipe(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 10); // Blue
colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 10); // Red
colorWipe(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 10); // Blue
colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 10); // Red
colorWipe(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 10); // Blue

// Send a theater pixel chase in...
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 0, 0), 10); // Red
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
theaterChase(strip.Color(0, 0, 127), 10); // Blue
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 0, 0), 10); // Red
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
theaterChase(strip.Color(0, 0, 127), 10); // Blue
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 0, 0), 10); // Red
theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 10); // White
theaterChase(strip.Color(0, 0, 127), 10); // Blue

rainbow(10);
rainbowCycle(10);
theaterChaseRainbow(10);
}

// Fill the dots one after the other with a color
void colorWipe(uint32_t c, uint8_t wait) {
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, c);
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

void rainbow(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<128; j++) {
for(i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel((i+j) & 127));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

// Slightly different, this makes the rainbow equally distributed throughout
void rainbowCycle(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<127*5; j++) { // 5 cycles of all colors on wheel
for(i=0; i< strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel(((i * 128 / strip.numPixels()) + j) & 127));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

//Theatre-style crawling lights.
void theaterChase(uint32_t c, uint8_t wait) {
for (int j=0; j<10; j++) { //do 10 cycles of chasing
for (int q=0; q < 3; q++) {
for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, c); //turn every third pixel on
}
strip.show();

delay(wait);

for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+5) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, 0); //turn every third pixel off
}
}
}
}

//Theatre-style crawling lights with rainbow effect
void theaterChaseRainbow(uint8_t wait) {
for (int j=0; j < 256; j++) { // cycle all 256 colors in the wheel
for (int q=0; q < 3; q++) {
for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, Wheel( (i+j) % 255)); //turn every third pixel on
}
strip.show();

delay(wait);

for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, 0); //turn every third pixel off
}
}
}
}

// Input a value 0 to 255 to get a color value.
// The colours are a transition r - g - b - back to r.
uint32_t Wheel(byte WheelPos) {
WheelPos = 150 - WheelPos;
if(WheelPos < 100) {
return strip.Color(150 - WheelPos * 3, 0, WheelPos * 3);
}
if(WheelPos < 255) {
WheelPos -= 100;
return strip.Color(100, WheelPos * 3, 125 - WheelPos * 3);
}
WheelPos -= 190;
return strip.Color(WheelPos * 2, 100 - WheelPos * 4, 255);
}
</pre>

== Show Me the Blinkey ==

<pre>
#include "FastLED.h"
#define LED_COUNT 60
#define LED_PIN 6
struct CRGB leds[LED_COUNT];

uint8_t hue = 25;
byte idex = 200;
byte meteorLength = 10;

void setup() {
// sanity check delay - allows reprogramming if accidently blowing power w/leds
delay(1000);
LEDS.addLeds<WS2812, LED_PIN, GRB>(leds, LED_COUNT);
LEDS.setBrightness(200);
}

void loop(){
meteorShower();
}

void meteorShower(){
// slide all the pixels down one in the array
memmove8( &leds[1], &leds[0], (LED_COUNT - 1) * 3 );

// increment the meteor display frame
idex++;
// make sure we don't drift into space
if ( idex > meteorLength ) {
idex = 0;
// cycle through hues in each successive meteor tail
hue += 32;
}

// this switch controls the actual meteor animation, i.e., what gets placed in the
// first position and then subsequently gets moved down the strip by the memmove above
switch ( idex ) {
case 0:
leds[0] = CRGB(200,200,200);
break;
case 1:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 20), 255, 210);
break;
case 2:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 22), 255, 180);
break;
case 3:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 23), 255, 150);
break;
case 4:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 24), 255, 110);
break;
case 5:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 25), 255, 90);
break;
case 6:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 26), 160, 60);
break;
case 7:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 27), 140, 40);
break;
case 8:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 28), 120, 20);
break;
case 9:
leds[0] = CHSV((hue - 29), 100, 20);
break;
default:
leds[0] = CRGB::Black;

}

// show the blinky
FastLED.show();
// control the animation speed/frame rate
delay(10);

}
</pre>

== Strobe ==

<pre>
#include <Adafruit_NeoPixel.h>
#define PIN 6
#define NUM_LEDS 60
// Parameter 1 = number of pixels in strip
// Parameter 2 = pin number (most are valid)
// Parameter 3 = pixel type flags, add together as needed:
// NEO_KHZ800 800 KHz bitstream (most NeoPixel products w/WS2812 LEDs)
// NEO_KHZ400 400 KHz (classic 'v1' (not v2) FLORA pixels, WS2811 drivers)
// NEO_GRB Pixels are wired for GRB bitstream (most NeoPixel products)
// NEO_RGB Pixels are wired for RGB bitstream (v1 FLORA pixels, not v2)
Adafruit_NeoPixel strip = Adafruit_NeoPixel(NUM_LEDS, PIN, NEO_GRB + NEO_KHZ800);

void setup() {
strip.begin();
strip.show(); // Initialize all pixels to 'off'
}

// *** REPLACE FROM HERE ***
void loop() {
// Slower:
// Strobe(0xff, 0x77, 0x00, 10, 100, 1000);
// Fast:
Strobe(0xff, 0xff, 0xff, 10, 50, 1000);
}

void Strobe(byte red, byte green, byte blue, int StrobeCount, int FlashDelay, int EndPause){
for(int j = 0; j < StrobeCount; j++) {
setAll(red,green,blue);
showStrip();
delay(FlashDelay);
setAll(0,0,0);
showStrip();
delay(FlashDelay);
}

delay(EndPause);
}
// *** REPLACE TO HERE ***

void showStrip() {
#ifdef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// NeoPixel
strip.show();
#endif
#ifndef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// FastLED
FastLED.show();
#endif
}

void setPixel(int Pixel, byte red, byte green, byte blue) {
#ifdef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// NeoPixel
strip.setPixelColor(Pixel, strip.Color(red, green, blue));
#endif
#ifndef ADAFRUIT_NEOPIXEL_H
// FastLED
leds[Pixel].r = red;
leds[Pixel].g = green;
leds[Pixel].b = blue;
#endif
}

void setAll(byte red, byte green, byte blue) {
for(int i = 0; i < NUM_LEDS; i++ ) {
setPixel(i, red, green, blue);
}
showStrip();
}
</pre>

== Twinkle ==

<pre>
#include "FastLED.h"

#if defined(FASTLED_VERSION) && (FASTLED_VERSION < 3001000)
#warning "Requires FastLED 3.1 or later; check github for latest code."
#endif

#define NUM_LEDS 100
#define LED_TYPE WS2811
#define COLOR_ORDER GRB
#define DATA_PIN 6
#define VOLTS 12
#define MAX_MA 4000

// TwinkleFOX: Twinkling 'holiday' lights that fade in and out.
// Colors are chosen from a palette; a few palettes are provided.
//
// This December 2015 implementation improves on the December 2014 version
// in several ways:
// - smoother fading, compatible with any colors and any palettes
// - easier control of twinkle speed and twinkle density
// - supports an optional 'background color'
// - takes even less RAM: zero RAM overhead per pixel
// - illustrates a couple of interesting techniques (uh oh...)
//
// The idea behind this (new) implementation is that there's one
// basic, repeating pattern that each pixel follows like a waveform:
// The brightness rises from 0..255 and then falls back down to 0.
// The brightness at any given point in time can be determined as
// as a function of time, for example:
// brightness = sine( time ); // a sine wave of brightness over time
//
// So the way this implementation works is that every pixel follows
// the exact same wave function over time. In this particular case,
// I chose a sawtooth triangle wave (triwave8) rather than a sine wave,
// but the idea is the same: brightness = triwave8( time ).
//
// Of course, if all the pixels used the exact same wave form, and
// if they all used the exact same 'clock' for their 'time base', all
// the pixels would brighten and dim at once -- which does not look
// like twinkling at all.
//
// So to achieve random-looking twinkling, each pixel is given a
// slightly different 'clock' signal. Some of the clocks run faster,
// some run slower, and each 'clock' also has a random offset from zero.
// The net result is that the 'clocks' for all the pixels are always out
// of sync from each other, producing a nice random distribution
// of twinkles.
//
// The 'clock speed adjustment' and 'time offset' for each pixel
// are generated randomly. One (normal) approach to implementing that
// would be to randomly generate the clock parameters for each pixel
// at startup, and store them in some arrays. However, that consumes
// a great deal of precious RAM, and it turns out to be totally
// unnessary! If the random number generate is 'seeded' with the
// same starting value every time, it will generate the same sequence
// of values every time. So the clock adjustment parameters for each
// pixel are 'stored' in a pseudo-random number generator! The PRNG
// is reset, and then the first numbers out of it are the clock
// adjustment parameters for the first pixel, the second numbers out
// of it are the parameters for the second pixel, and so on.
// In this way, we can 'store' a stable sequence of thousands of
// random clock adjustment parameters in literally two bytes of RAM.
//
// There's a little bit of fixed-point math involved in applying the
// clock speed adjustments, which are expressed in eighths. Each pixel's
// clock speed ranges from 8/8ths of the system clock (i.e. 1x) to
// 23/8ths of the system clock (i.e. nearly 3x).
//
// On a basic Arduino Uno or Leonardo, this code can twinkle 300+ pixels
// smoothly at over 50 updates per seond.
//
// -Mark Kriegsman, December 2015

CRGBArray<NUM_LEDS> leds;

// Overall twinkle speed.
// 0 (VERY slow) to 8 (VERY fast).
// 4, 5, and 6 are recommended, default is 4.
#define TWINKLE_SPEED 4

// Overall twinkle density.
// 0 (NONE lit) to 8 (ALL lit at once).
// Default is 5.
#define TWINKLE_DENSITY 5

// How often to change color palettes.
#define SECONDS_PER_PALETTE 30
// Also: toward the bottom of the file is an array
// called "ActivePaletteList" which controls which color
// palettes are used; you can add or remove color palettes
// from there freely.

// Background color for 'unlit' pixels
// Can be set to CRGB::Black if desired.
CRGB gBackgroundColor = CRGB::Black;
// Example of dim incandescent fairy light background color
// CRGB gBackgroundColor = CRGB(CRGB::FairyLight).nscale8_video(16);

// If AUTO_SELECT_BACKGROUND_COLOR is set to 1,
// then for any palette where the first two entries
// are the same, a dimmed version of that color will
// automatically be used as the background color.
#define AUTO_SELECT_BACKGROUND_COLOR 0

// If COOL_LIKE_INCANDESCENT is set to 1, colors will
// fade out slighted 'reddened', similar to how
// incandescent bulbs change color as they get dim down.
#define COOL_LIKE_INCANDESCENT 1

CRGBPalette16 gCurrentPalette;
CRGBPalette16 gTargetPalette;

void setup() {
delay( 3000 ); //safety startup delay
FastLED.setMaxPowerInVoltsAndMilliamps( VOLTS, MAX_MA);
FastLED.addLeds<LED_TYPE,DATA_PIN,COLOR_ORDER>(leds, NUM_LEDS)
.setCorrection(TypicalLEDStrip);

chooseNextColorPalette(gTargetPalette);
}

void loop()
{
EVERY_N_SECONDS( SECONDS_PER_PALETTE ) {
chooseNextColorPalette( gTargetPalette );
}

EVERY_N_MILLISECONDS( 10 ) {
nblendPaletteTowardPalette( gCurrentPalette, gTargetPalette, 12);
}

drawTwinkles( leds);

FastLED.show();
}

// This function loops over each pixel, calculates the
// adjusted 'clock' that this pixel should use, and calls
// "CalculateOneTwinkle" on each pixel. It then displays
// either the twinkle color of the background color,
// whichever is brighter.
void drawTwinkles( CRGBSet& L)
{
// "PRNG16" is the pseudorandom number generator
// It MUST be reset to the same starting value each time
// this function is called, so that the sequence of 'random'
// numbers that it generates is (paradoxically) stable.
uint16_t PRNG16 = 11337;

uint32_t clock32 = millis();

// Set up the background color, "bg".
// if AUTO_SELECT_BACKGROUND_COLOR == 1, and the first two colors of
// the current palette are identical, then a deeply faded version of
// that color is used for the background color
CRGB bg;
if( (AUTO_SELECT_BACKGROUND_COLOR == 1) &&
(gCurrentPalette[0] == gCurrentPalette[1] )) {
bg = gCurrentPalette[0];
uint8_t bglight = bg.getAverageLight();
if( bglight > 64) {
bg.nscale8_video( 16); // very bright, so scale to 1/16th
} else if( bglight > 16) {
bg.nscale8_video( 64); // not that bright, so scale to 1/4th
} else {
bg.nscale8_video( 86); // dim, scale to 1/3rd.
}
} else {
bg = gBackgroundColor; // just use the explicitly defined background color
}

uint8_t backgroundBrightness = bg.getAverageLight();

for( CRGB& pixel: L) {
PRNG16 = (uint16_t)(PRNG16 * 2053) + 1384; // next 'random' number
uint16_t myclockoffset16= PRNG16; // use that number as clock offset
PRNG16 = (uint16_t)(PRNG16 * 2053) + 1384; // next 'random' number
// use that number as clock speed adjustment factor (in 8ths, from 8/8ths to 23/8ths)
uint8_t myspeedmultiplierQ5_3 = ((((PRNG16 & 0xFF)>>4) + (PRNG16 & 0x0F)) & 0x0F) + 0x08;
uint32_t myclock30 = (uint32_t)((clock32 * myspeedmultiplierQ5_3) >> 3) + myclockoffset16;
uint8_t myunique8 = PRNG16 >> 8; // get 'salt' value for this pixel

// We now have the adjusted 'clock' for this pixel, now we call
// the function that computes what color the pixel should be based
// on the "brightness = f( time )" idea.
CRGB c = computeOneTwinkle( myclock30, myunique8);

uint8_t cbright = c.getAverageLight();
int16_t deltabright = cbright - backgroundBrightness;
if( deltabright >= 32 || (!bg)) {
// If the new pixel is significantly brighter than the background color,
// use the new color.
pixel = c;
} else if( deltabright > 0 ) {
// If the new pixel is just slightly brighter than the background color,
// mix a blend of the new color and the background color
pixel = blend( bg, c, deltabright * 8);
} else {
// if the new pixel is not at all brighter than the background color,
// just use the background color.
pixel = bg;
}
}
}

// This function takes a time in pseudo-milliseconds,
// figures out brightness = f( time ), and also hue = f( time )
// The 'low digits' of the millisecond time are used as
// input to the brightness wave function.
// The 'high digits' are used to select a color, so that the color
// does not change over the course of the fade-in, fade-out
// of one cycle of the brightness wave function.
// The 'high digits' are also used to determine whether this pixel
// should light at all during this cycle, based on the TWINKLE_DENSITY.
CRGB computeOneTwinkle( uint32_t ms, uint8_t salt)
{
uint16_t ticks = ms >> (8-TWINKLE_SPEED);
uint8_t fastcycle8 = ticks;
uint16_t slowcycle16 = (ticks >> 8) + salt;
slowcycle16 += sin8( slowcycle16);
slowcycle16 = (slowcycle16 * 2053) + 1384;
uint8_t slowcycle8 = (slowcycle16 & 0xFF) + (slowcycle16 >> 8);

uint8_t bright = 0;
if( ((slowcycle8 & 0x0E)/2) < TWINKLE_DENSITY) {
bright = attackDecayWave8( fastcycle8);
}

uint8_t hue = slowcycle8 - salt;
CRGB c;
if( bright > 0) {
c = ColorFromPalette( gCurrentPalette, hue, bright, NOBLEND);
if( COOL_LIKE_INCANDESCENT == 1 ) {
coolLikeIncandescent( c, fastcycle8);
}
} else {
c = CRGB::Black;
}
return c;
}

// This function is like 'triwave8', which produces a
// symmetrical up-and-down triangle sawtooth waveform, except that this
// function produces a triangle wave with a faster attack and a slower decay:
//
// / \
// / \
// / \
// / \
//

uint8_t attackDecayWave8( uint8_t i)
{
if( i < 86) {
return i * 3;
} else {
i -= 86;
return 255 - (i + (i/2));
}
}

// This function takes a pixel, and if its in the 'fading down'
// part of the cycle, it adjusts the color a little bit like the
// way that incandescent bulbs fade toward 'red' as they dim.
void coolLikeIncandescent( CRGB& c, uint8_t phase)
{
if( phase < 128) return;

uint8_t cooling = (phase - 128) >> 4;
c.g = qsub8( c.g, cooling);
c.b = qsub8( c.b, cooling * 2);
}

// A mostly red palette with green accents and white trim.
// "CRGB::Gray" is used as white to keep the brightness more uniform.
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 RedGreenWhite_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray,
CRGB::Green, CRGB::Green, CRGB::Green, CRGB::Green };

// A mostly (dark) green palette with red berries.
#define Holly_Green 0x00580c
#define Holly_Red 0xB00402
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 Holly_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green,
Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green,
Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green,
Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Green, Holly_Red
};

// A red and white striped palette
// "CRGB::Gray" is used as white to keep the brightness more uniform.
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 RedWhite_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray,
CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red, CRGB::Red,
CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray };

// A mostly blue palette with white accents.
// "CRGB::Gray" is used as white to keep the brightness more uniform.
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 BlueWhite_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Blue,
CRGB::Blue, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray, CRGB::Gray };

// A pure "fairy light" palette with some brightness variations
#define HALFFAIRY ((CRGB::FairyLight & 0xFEFEFE) / 2)
#define QUARTERFAIRY ((CRGB::FairyLight & 0xFCFCFC) / 4)
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 FairyLight_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight,
HALFFAIRY, HALFFAIRY, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight,
QUARTERFAIRY, QUARTERFAIRY, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight,
CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight, CRGB::FairyLight };

// A palette of soft snowflakes with the occasional bright one
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 Snow_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ 0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048,
0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048,
0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048,
0x304048, 0x304048, 0x304048, 0xE0F0FF };

// A palette reminiscent of large 'old-school' C9-size tree lights
// in the five classic colors: red, orange, green, blue, and white.
#define C9_Red 0xB80400
#define C9_Orange 0x902C02
#define C9_Green 0x046002
#define C9_Blue 0x070758
#define C9_White 0x606820
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 RetroC9_p FL_PROGMEM =
{ C9_Red, C9_Orange, C9_Red, C9_Orange,
C9_Orange, C9_Red, C9_Orange, C9_Red,
C9_Green, C9_Green, C9_Green, C9_Green,
C9_Blue, C9_Blue, C9_Blue,
C9_White
};

// A cold, icy pale blue palette
#define Ice_Blue1 0x0C1040
#define Ice_Blue2 0x182080
#define Ice_Blue3 0x5080C0
const TProgmemRGBPalette16 Ice_p FL_PROGMEM =
{
Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1,
Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1,
Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1, Ice_Blue1,
Ice_Blue2, Ice_Blue2, Ice_Blue2, Ice_Blue3
};

// Add or remove palette names from this list to control which color
// palettes are used, and in what order.
const TProgmemRGBPalette16* ActivePaletteList[] = {
&RetroC9_p,
&BlueWhite_p,
&RainbowColors_p,
&FairyLight_p,
&RedGreenWhite_p,
&PartyColors_p,
&RedWhite_p,
&Snow_p,
&Holly_p,
&Ice_p
};

// Advance to the next color palette in the list (above).
void chooseNextColorPalette( CRGBPalette16& pal)
{
const uint8_t numberOfPalettes = sizeof(ActivePaletteList) / sizeof(ActivePaletteList[0]);
static uint8_t whichPalette = -1;
whichPalette = addmod8( whichPalette, 1, numberOfPalettes);

pal = *(ActivePaletteList[whichPalette]);
}
</pre>

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Cuttlefish Pewter Casting Workshop

2019-02-19T23:52:30Z

Tvansant:

Link to google docs slideshow:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1nQ55hfI6sXeC2myppu4MAbVrOW_nxQpCPKs336ut3Vo/edit?usp=sharing

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MotoPhoto Photo Frame Mar 2018

2019-02-19T23:51:29Z

Tvansant:

Join us to make a MotoPhoto motorized photo frame; The frame holds 20 4X6 photos and rotates to display them all!

What: Makerfaire Workshop – “MotoPhoto” Motorized Photo-Frame
When: Wednesday, 28 March 2018, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: $40

Sign up through Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maker-faire-louisville-learning-series-motophoto-motorized-photo-frame-workshop-tickets-43912600771

What you need to bring: No Items are required for you to bring to the workshop.

You will need 20 4X6 photographs to customize your photo-frame. (Feel free to install the photographs at lvl1 or at home.)

You may also want a computer with the Arduino Interactive Development Environment (IDE) to customize the functionality of the frame. (If you don’t already have the IDE, download it here: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software Additionally, If you have never used the Arduino environment before, you might want to either install it to a laptop, and bring it with you to the workshop, or use one of the computers at lvl1 to play with the software)

What you get: One 20-picture Moto-Photo Frame.

More Specifically, these Kit Components:

*Laser cut luaun wood
*Laser cut photo panels
*3D printed gears and bushings
*Arduino Nano
*USB power supply with micro USB cable
*Stepper motor with stepper motor driver

You do not need to be a member of LVL1 to attend this workshop. In fact, visitors are encouraged! If it is your first visit to our space, you will need to sign our waiver of liability. (This is standard procedure for all LVL1 activities.)

This is part of a series of monthly workshops co-hosted by LVL1 and Makerfaire Louisville on the 4th Wednesday of each month until Louisville’s Maker Faire this fall.

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Glass bottle Decor Workshop Feb 2018

2019-02-19T23:50:51Z

Tvansant:

== Materials ==
*Consumables
** Glass container(s)
** Novelty light string (Christmas lights)
** clear rubber grommet(s)
** Electrical Cord (2 conductor)
** Splices
** Plug(s)

*Tools/Equipment
** Power drill
** Glass drilling bit
** Tupperware
** Water
** Wire cutter
** Splice crimper (Pliers)
** Fish tape (wire coat hanger)

== Process ==

This workshop includes some activities that do not have to be done in a particular order:
* Drill hole(s) in glass container(s)
* Prep novelty lights

We'll aim to stagger when different groups do these items to not bottle-neck (pun intended) at the glass cutting.

* First - Plan your design.
** Plug in the novelty lights
** unplug one bulb from the novelty lights
** identify the length of wire in between the two halves of the string.
** Cut novelty lights in ''exactly'' half. (at the identified point)

Each attendee must use this entire half-string of lamps in their collection of glass decor. (sorry! We can talk about why, just ask!)

** Use the cut-to-length string to decide which, and how many, glass containers you will be incorporating into your design.
** Select the glass that is for you!

* Second, and Third - Engage in the two activities that do not have to be done in any particular order:

* Drill holes in glass container.
** Fill a Tupperware with some water.
** Put some water in the bottom of your glass container
** Begin running the diamond glass-cutting bit against the bottle, at a 45° angle from straight in, ensuring the place where the bit meets the glass is either under water inside the Tupperware, or the surfaces of both the bit and the glass are dunked into that water frequently. Run the drill at a medium speed.
*** The bit will abraid away at the glass by using the weight of the drill alone. do not press the bit against the glass with any more pressure than you need to keep the bit in the right place.
** As you begin the abrasion of the glass, slowly transition from the initial 45° angle to a 90° angle, straight into the glass, maneuvering the bit to a slight angle away from 90° in all directions (like in a circle) as you finish cutting the hole.
** The water that is inside the bottle will begin to flow out of the bottle to continue to lubricate and cool your hole when it is almost complete.
** Repeat this process for every hole you need to drill.

* Prep novelty lights.
** Identify the cable in your run of lighted cable that was for lighting the lamps on the other half. (this process can be a bit difficult, consult the diagram on the board, and/or ask me for help!)
** Snip out this unnecessary cable, and un-twist it from the rest of your string.
** Install a splice on the cut end of your string, connecting the two sides together.
NB: Splices can be finicky. Practice how to crimp them onto the wires.
I can help you, with a multimeter, check if you have made a successful splice.
If you do not crimp every splice successfully, your lamps will not light up at the end of construction.
** Cut yourself a cord that you will use to run from the plug to the decor. You will know how long to make your cord.
** Install a plug on one end of the cord.
** Splice the other end of the cord to your string, to test that it will illuminate.
** Test it!
** Cut your string into as many pieces as you will need.
** Cut as many pieces of cord as you have glass containers, minus 1, that are at least as long as 2 times the height of your selected glass containers. (What?) Basically cut yourself as many jumpers as you need. Ask me for clarification

* Fourth - Put it all together:
** Install rubber grommets on every hole you drilled.
** Use the Fish to string the jumpers through all of your containers in the order you will run them in.
** take apart your splice on from the cord to the string and fish the cord through your container.
** If you do the previous two items successfully, you ought to have a chain of cord and jumpers coming out of the mouth of all of your containers. Refer to the board for a drawing of how this will look.
** Splice the light sections to each jumper and cord.
NB: Do not stuff the lights and jumpers back down into your bottles yet.
If they do not light right away, it'll be a big pain to get them back out.
** Test the unit electrically to see that your lamps light.
** stuff the lamps into the containers while it is illuminated, so you can see if you accidentally short or disconnect the circuit.

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Build a Cloud Workshop Jan 2018

2019-02-19T23:50:15Z

Tvansant:

==Materials==

* one cardboard box (provided by attendee)
* one 5 meter strip of Neopixel addressable LEDs - a lot like this one:
https://www.amazon.com/150pixels-programmable-Individually-addressable-Waterproof/dp/B01FQST21I/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1517177525&sr=8-5&keywords=5+meter+neopixel+led
* one Arduino-like Nano microcontroller - a lot like this one:
https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-Elegoo-ATmega328P-without-compatible/dp/B0713XK923/ref=pd_sim_21_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0713XK923&pd_rd_r=A4HXBJ9PPQ6CFTJR0SHC&pd_rd_w=FtGfw&pd_rd_wg=vTtRw&psc=1&refRID=A4HXBJ9PPQ6CFTJR0SHC
* usb power supply with 2 usb jack available; 2.1A @ 5v supply
* one extension cord
* sewing pins
* polyester batting; sheet and fluff types
* spray adhesive
* hot glue gun
* box-cutter

==Process==

* Prep your cardboard box by cutting the corners off with a box cutter to shape it into a vaguely cloud-like shape (round?).
* connect the pre-programmed Nano microcontroller, LED strip, USB power supplies, and extension cord together, and power the system up to ensure they work.
* Pin the led strip to the box with the sewing pins, through either:
** only the plastic shield on the LED strip.
** through the plastic shield and GROUND pad on the LED strip.
Consider the layout of your LEDS around the entire box, you want your cloud to have even coverage on the areas that you will be able to see from where it is going to hang. (maybe the top doesn't need so many LEDs?)
Be sure to place the microcontroller end of the LED system near the center/top of the box.
* Cut off one or many (maybe up to three?) pieces of the sheet-style batting to initially wrap your cloud, pinning the batting to the box.
Careful not to poke your LED strip!
* Spray a face of your box with the spray adhesive, then adhere tufts of the fluff-style batting to the sheet-style batting.
consider hot-glue for the bottom of your cloud, where the fluff will have the hardest time hanging on.
* Repeat the spraying/adhering process until all of the faces of your cloud have been covered with the fluff-style batting.

== Additional notes ==

The LED strip and Nano microcontroller were prepped before the class by soldering together the Nano microcontroller, the connector from the FRONT end of the LED strip, and the 2 usb cables. the electrical connections are as follows:

* Ground cable (white) from LED strip to Ground pin (GND) on Nano
* Data cable (green) from LED strip to Digital pin 2 (2) on Nano
* First USB cable into the USB jack on the Nano
* Ground cable from 2nd USB jack (black) to Ground pin (GND) on Nano
* VCC/5v from 2nd USB cable (red) to VCC/5v cable (red) on LED strip

The Adafruit Example script that is meant to test Neopixel LEDs called "strandtest" was modified and uploaded to your Nano before the workshops also. The Adafruit library that includes strandtest, as well as instructions on how to download it to your own Arduino IDE are available here:

https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide/arduino-library-installation

The strandtest example script has many patterns built-in to run on your LEDs. the function called "rainbow" is the only one I left uncommented on the script I uploaded to your Nano. This is copy of the modified version that you began with:

#include <Adafruit_NeoPixel.h>
#ifdef __AVR__
#include <avr/power.h>
#endif

#define PIN 2

// Parameter 1 = number of pixels in strip
// Parameter 2 = Arduino pin number (most are valid)
// Parameter 3 = pixel type flags, add together as needed:
// NEO_KHZ800 800 KHz bitstream (most NeoPixel products w/WS2812 LEDs)
// NEO_KHZ400 400 KHz (classic 'v1' (not v2) FLORA pixels, WS2811 drivers)
// NEO_GRB Pixels are wired for GRB bitstream (most NeoPixel products)
// NEO_RGB Pixels are wired for RGB bitstream (v1 FLORA pixels, not v2)
// NEO_RGBW Pixels are wired for RGBW bitstream (NeoPixel RGBW products)
Adafruit_NeoPixel strip = Adafruit_NeoPixel(150, PIN, NEO_GRB + NEO_KHZ800);

// IMPORTANT: To reduce NeoPixel burnout risk, add 1000 uF capacitor across
// pixel power leads, add 300 - 500 Ohm resistor on first pixel's data input
// and minimize distance between Arduino and first pixel. Avoid connecting
// on a live circuit...if you must, connect GND first.

void setup() {
// This is for Trinket 5V 16MHz, you can remove these three lines if you are not using a Trinket
#if defined (__AVR_ATtiny85__)
if (F_CPU == 16000000) clock_prescale_set(clock_div_1);
#endif
// End of trinket special code

strip.begin();
strip.show(); // Initialize all pixels to 'off'
}

void loop() {
// Some example procedures showing how to display to the pixels:
//colorWipe(strip.Color(255, 0, 0), 50); // Red
//colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 255, 0), 50); // Green
//colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 255), 50); // Blue
//colorWipe(strip.Color(0, 0, 0, 255), 50); // White RGBW
// Send a theater pixel chase in...
//theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 127, 127), 50); // White
//theaterChase(strip.Color(127, 0, 0), 50); // Red
//theaterChase(strip.Color(0, 0, 127), 50); // Blue

rainbow(20);
//rainbowCycle(20);
//theaterChaseRainbow(50);
}

// Fill the dots one after the other with a color
void colorWipe(uint32_t c, uint8_t wait) {
for(uint16_t i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, c);
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

void rainbow(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<256; j++) {
for(i=0; i<strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel((i+j) & 255));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

// Slightly different, this makes the rainbow equally distributed throughout
void rainbowCycle(uint8_t wait) {
uint16_t i, j;

for(j=0; j<256*5; j++) { // 5 cycles of all colors on wheel
for(i=0; i< strip.numPixels(); i++) {
strip.setPixelColor(i, Wheel(((i * 256 / strip.numPixels()) + j) & 255));
}
strip.show();
delay(wait);
}
}

//Theatre-style crawling lights.
void theaterChase(uint32_t c, uint8_t wait) {
for (int j=0; j<10; j++) { //do 10 cycles of chasing
for (int q=0; q < 3; q++) {
for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, c); //turn every third pixel on
}
strip.show();

delay(wait);

for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, 0); //turn every third pixel off
}
}
}
}

//Theatre-style crawling lights with rainbow effect
void theaterChaseRainbow(uint8_t wait) {
for (int j=0; j < 256; j++) { // cycle all 256 colors in the wheel
for (int q=0; q < 3; q++) {
for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, Wheel( (i+j) % 255)); //turn every third pixel on
}
strip.show();

delay(wait);

for (uint16_t i=0; i < strip.numPixels(); i=i+3) {
strip.setPixelColor(i+q, 0); //turn every third pixel off
}
}
}
}

// Input a value 0 to 255 to get a color value.
// The colours are a transition r - g - b - back to r.
uint32_t Wheel(byte WheelPos) {
WheelPos = 255 - WheelPos;
if(WheelPos < 85) {
return strip.Color(255 - WheelPos * 3, 0, WheelPos * 3);
}
if(WheelPos < 170) {
WheelPos -= 85;
return strip.Color(0, WheelPos * 3, 255 - WheelPos * 3);
}
WheelPos -= 170;
return strip.Color(WheelPos * 3, 255 - WheelPos * 3, 0);

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