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The OttoDIY Story - From Hobby to HP

Offered By: Kevin McAleer via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

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Explore the journey of OttoDIY from its inception as a hobby project to its partnership with HP in this comprehensive video. Delve into the early beginnings, challenges faced, and ultimate success of the open-source robotics project. Learn about the struggles with Kickstarter campaigns, e-commerce transitions, quality control issues, and supply chain management. Discover how community engagement, marketing efforts, and financial hurdles shaped the project's evolution. Gain insights into the transition to HP Robotics, including a detailed look at the HP Robot Auto and its features. Understand the intricacies of PCB design and customization through the PCBWay sponsorship segment. Witness the unboxing of the HP Robot Auto Starter Kit, learn about programming the robot, and explore additional modules. Conclude with a discussion on community support and final reflections on the OttoDIY journey.

Syllabus

Introduction and Overview
Meet Camillo and AutoDIY
The Rise and Challenges of AutoDIY
Open Source Journey and Community Impact
Kickstarter Setbacks and Transition to E-commerce
Managing Open Source and Quality Control
Supply Chain and Logistics Challenges
Mini Startups and Documentation Issues
Battery Limitations and Consumer Product Challenges
Community Engagement and Marketing Struggles
Financial Struggles and Scaling the Business
Transition and New Beginnings
PCBWay Sponsorship and PCB Design
PCB Customization Options
Ordering and Pricing with PCBWay
Introduction to HP Robotics
HP Robot Auto vs. AutoDIY
HP Robot Auto Features and Benefits
Unboxing the HP Robot Auto Starter Kit
Programming the HP Robot Auto
Exploring Additional Modules
Community and Support
Final Thoughts and Thank You


Taught by

Kevin McAleer

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