Start Here — Maker Tech Hub

averyjparker.com is a project-first maker lab: AI tools, 3D printing workflows, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32 — with a Classic Tech Archive for legacy computer tips.

Positioning

Practical, hands-on value for hobbyists, educators, and people turning maker skills into side businesses. Not a news dump — finishable builds with materials, steps, code, troubleshooting, and AI notes. Reviews follow a public review standard.

Start in 10 minutes

1. Grab the free ESP32 Starter Kit PDF (5 full projects)
2. Or the Pi first weekend / 3D print first weekend plans
3. Pick an audience track below if you already know your role

Audience tracks

• Educators — classroom ESP32 pack (5 sessions, ×10 BOM)
• Side-hustle makers — pricing, production, first customers
• Beginners (ESP32) — first project + starter kit
• AI for makers — tools directory, use-case stacks, headlines
• Legacy IT / archive — classic tips with 2026 bridge notes

Content pillars

• AI for Makers · directory · headlines
• 3D Printing Workflows & Business
• Raspberry Pi Projects
• ESP32 Projects
• Maker Guides & Tool Reviews · review standard
• Showcase · Submit a project

Flagship projects (deepened)

• ESP32 first project · repo pack
• Pi + ESP32 MQTT lab · repo pack
• OrcaSlicer comparison protocol
• PlatformIO vs Arduino IDE
• Local AI on Pi (honest limits)
• 3D printing side hustle basics
• ESP32 sensors & relays
• ESP32 power budget protocol

Publishing schedule · Newsletter · All free kits · Paid packs