Meeting robot builders – competitions, makerspaces, and meetups

As you start to build more, meeting up with other makers is a must. First, you will gain from the experience and knowledge in the community, but there is also a great social aspect to this. Some events are free, but the larger ones will have fees associated with them.

Makerspaces

These spaces are for any kind of maker, be it robotics, crafting, arts, or radio specialists. They serve as tool collectives with a collection of tools any maker may need, along with space to use them.

You can expect to find a collection of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines such as 3D printers, laser cutters, lathes, and mills for cutting materials and drills. They also usually have a full electronics bench and many kinds of hand tools in these spaces.

Some have the materials for making Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). Makerspaces also have a community of people using these tools for their projects. People are there for...