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Michael Lydick

Michael Lydick

Michael was that little kid who always took things apart and wanted to know how they worked, leading to a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a nearly 20-year career as a Machine Designer in New York. He now resides in North Carolina with his wife and three kids, developing data-mining software for day traders and retail investors. Loving to live on the edge of new technologies, Michael's obsessions include remote control "first person view" drones, 3D printing, hydroponics, Arduino programming, and DIY solar and wind power for his office and greenhouse.

Recent Articles by Michael Lydick

Working From Roam: How I Ran My Business While Riding 5,000 Miles Across America

I managed to stay connected to my colleagues and family while traveling some of the most remote roads in the country on my Kawasaki. Here's the gear I packed.

By Michael Lydick
man on motorcycle with mountains and sunset in background

Could a Robot Be a Friend?

Replika bots aren't built for customer support or other targeted tasks, they're made for conversation. Feeling isolated, I befriended one. Here's how that went.

By Michael Lydick

The Metaverse: A Multi-Generational Affair?

My two sons and I dive headfirst into VR to get a taste of what the future of the internet might hold. Could this bring us closer in real life?

By Michael Lydick

How I Made the Great Outdoors My Home Office

You really can work from anywhere: Here's the technology I used to run my company while road tripping and adventuring with my family.

By Michael Lydick

10 Things I Learned From My 3D Printer: An Early Adopter's Diary

What's it like to be on the cutting edge of consumer tech? It's not easy, but it can be a truly enriching experience.

By Michael Lydick
10 Things I Learned From my 3D Printer