A few more things from eTech Conference

So, I've been meaning to share just a few more things from the eTech Conference in San Diego a couple of months ago.

• Steve Cousins from Willow Garage talked about open source platforms for robots and shared some examples. What if we started programs for kids in open source/hacking?
• Kathy Sierra (a really cool passionate user designer) talked about the nature of being an expert. She noted that the difference between world class and average in anything is not about natural talent, but in the ability to put time, focus, concentration, and practice into a particular area. And the notion that our brains are in battle with our minds, which hinders us from succeeding.
• Peter Semmelhack from Buglabs presented their open source hardware that lets you build just about anything with interlocking/legolike parts. THIS IS SOMETHING TO PAY ATTENTION TO!