Retro Hack Shack started as a place for vintage technology repairs, restorations, and a mix of other hands-on projects. I introduced the channel by laying out the basic idea: I wanted a home for sharing the process of fixing old gear, building things, and generally hacking on retro hardware in a practical way.
Why Retro Hack Shack? “Retro” and “hacking” were the two ideas that best matched what he wanted to do, so Retro Hack Shack was the result. That fit the channel pretty well, since the focus is on both older machines and the process of figuring things out.
Many viewers might know me from TWiT, where I have been a co-host for more than a decade, mostly on FLOSS Weekly. I also wrote a book, Linux for Makers, which introduced Linux concepts for people using the Raspberry Pi and getting started with that side of things.
Back in 2014, I founded Benicia Makerspace to give people access to tools and equipment they might not otherwise have room or budget for, including things like laser cutters, 3D printers, woodworking tools, and metalworking equipment. That space will show up from time to time in future projects.
On the professional side, I have worked in the technology industry in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 20 years for a mix of larger and smaller companies, including Hewlett Packard, Sun Microsystems, Oracle, Cisco, New Relic, AppDynamics, and Sysdig.
The channel won’t be about presenting myself as an electronics engineer or some kind of flawless expert. I am a hobbyist who has been taking things apart for as long as I can remember, and I make plenty of mistakes. The point is the learning process, along with the fun of getting an old monitor working again or seeing a project come to life for the first time.
I need your help to make this worth while by sharing videos, liking them, and subscribing so more people can find the channel. Patreon support is a great way to help fund equipment and project materials, with perks like ad-free content, Q&A sessions, giveaways, and other extras. Be sure to leave comments and share your own experiences so everyone can learn together.
— Aaron
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