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RubyConf 2018 - Wafflebot: Cloud Connected Artificially Intelligent Waffles by Jonan Scheffler Come laugh and cry with me as I detail my audacious quest for the world's perfect waffle. You'll learn valuable life skills like properly assembling a Geiger counter (yes, waffles are radioactive), when and how to use solenoid valves to prevent batterpocalypse, and why you should never, under any circumstances, attempt to modify a self-heating chunk of searing metal in such a way as to make it sentient. Join me for a whirlwind tour of my most ambitious Ruby hardware project yet. Even if the talk is terrible, you might get a questionably food-grade waffle out of the deal.
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In his engaging talk at RubyConf 2018, Jonan Scheffler introduces the concept of the Wafflebot, a cloud-connected waffle-making robot that he has been working on for over a year. He walks the audience through his journey of creating the Wafflebot, which is both a personal and technical endeavor filled with challenges and humorous anecdotes. Key points discussed include: - **Origins of the Wafflebot:** Jonan shares how his initial struggles with making waffles for his children sparked the idea to automate the waffle-making process. He came up with the concept of using motors to replicate the simple actions involved in making waffles. - **Technical Challenges:** Throughout the talk, he highlights various obstacles faced during the project, such as wiring issues, equipment failures during transit, and difficulties in soldering and assembling parts, which provided valuable learning experiences. - **Waffle Maker Details:** Jonan explains the inner workings of a Cuisinart waffle maker, detailing the design modifications he implemented to create the Wafflebot, including attaching servos and using a Geiger counter to measure radioactivity in waffles. This adds a quirky and scientific angle to the project. - **The Prototyping Process:** He shares visual documentation of his project’s evolution, including failures with various prototypes, showcasing both the chaotic and fun aspects of hardware projects. The iterative process leads him to redesign components and reconsider strategies for gravity-fed batter dispensing. - **Final Goals:** The main objective of creating a functional Wafflebot is emphasized, showcasing a live demonstration of the waffle-making process amidst technical hiccups. Jonan discusses the importance of persistence in engineering through humor and familial support. In conclusion, Jonan's presentation is not just about making waffles but also serves as a testament to experimental innovation, creativity, and the joy found in problem-solving. He encourages the audience to embrace the messy process of creation and the lessons learned along the way, demonstrating that engineering challenges come with their own rewards and memorable moments.
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