Make (Makezine.com) :: Dedicated to the Global Maker Movement

Make: (Makezine.com) is a premier American media company and online platform dedicated to the global Maker Movement. Launched in 2005 by O’Reilly Media, it serves as the leading publication and community hub for DIY enthusiasts, hobbyists, engineers, educators, and tinkerers. Make: inspires millions of people worldwide to build, invent, and create through hands-on projects, in-depth articles, tutorials, videos, and events. It is widely regarded as the definitive voice of modern maker culture.

While Make: does not manufacture or sell its own commercial robot products, it is a major promoter and enabler of DIY robotics. The platform regularly features robotics projects, kits, tutorials, and reviews that help makers of all ages build their own robots. It plays a crucial educational and inspirational role in the robotics community.

Focus on Robotics Content and Resources:

• DIY Robot Projects: Make: publishes hundreds of detailed robotics projects, ranging from beginner-level builds (such as simple line-following robots) to advanced creations like robotic arms, walking hexapods, AI-powered rovers, and humanoid robots.
• Educational Robotics: Strong emphasis on STEM education, with guides on using platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, LEGO, and micro:bit to build robots.
• Featured Robot Kits: Through its associated Maker Shed store, Make: promotes and sells popular educational robot kits, including solar robots, robotic cats (such as Petoi Nybble), and programmable robot arms.
• Maker Faire Coverage: Make: organizes and heavily covers Maker Faire events worldwide, where thousands of homemade robots, drones, and interactive machines are displayed and demonstrated.
• Community & Inspiration: The site features articles on open-source robotics, cosplay robots (e.g., Star Wars droids), advanced automation, and emerging technologies like soft robotics and swarm intelligence.

Make: continues to publish a quarterly print magazine (Make: Magazine) and maintains an active online presence with daily content. It bridges the gap between hobbyist makers and professional engineers, fostering innovation in personal fabrication, electronics, and robotics. The platform has been instrumental in popularizing accessible robotics and encouraging the next generation of builders and inventors.