The learning curve is steep, but it's over in a flash. Our panelists bring word from the other side: Physical computing works. And sells. Participants in this session will build and keep their own devices from simple chips and inexpensive parts.
Questions Answered:
What is physical computing?
Why is it important to me?
How do I set up my Wiring or Processing environment?
Can artists, architects, designers, etc., benefit from physical computing?
Will my clients be interested in physical computing?
How can I build my own computer-controlled device?
How can I progress from simple devices to really cool gadgets?
What are some good resources on the web?
What are some good resources that are not on the web?
What are some larger applications for this knowledge?