Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Checklist for Starting a HackLab


1.    Examples of who your Hackerspace might be for
Computer hackers
Hardware hackers
Food hackers
Metalwork hackers
Chem hackers
Textile hackers
Multimedia hackers
UAV hackers
2.    Here’s an example of physical needs you may have on your list:
220 power
Running water
Ventilation
Concrete floor
Natural light
Darkroom and darkroom supplies (have your photo hacker make a list)
Air conditioned room for servers
Area for physical hack projects
Sound proof room for audio/video recording/editing
24/7 Access
Spray paint booth
Place to put a car lift
3.    Examples of where your Hackerspace can be:
A mixed use commercial space
A garage
An art studio
A rental space you can (legally!) customize
An industrial warehouse
A storefront location downtown
4.    Get this stuff organized so you can get hacking:
Making a floor plan
Painting the walls
Making cleanup rules
Internet/wifi
Moving in desks
Implementing a safety program
Setting up an alarm system
Setting up the website and social media (Twitter/FB/Flickr/YouTube/UStream)
Installing proper wiring, ventilation
Fixing stuff in the space (bathroom, windows, etc.)


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