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- by Ryan Ren
Do You Need a Degree to Be a Machinist in 2025?
Do machinists need a college degree in 2025? Not necessarily. Discover the certifications, skills, and hands-on training that actually matter for CNC careers.
- by Roelof Gericke
5 Ways to Make Money with the Makera CNC Machine
The Carvera and Carvera Air aren’t just workshop tools—they’re income-generating machines. Learn how to turn your CNC creativity into real revenue with these 5 smart strategies.
- by Ryan Ren
CNC Machinist Salary Guide 2025: How Much Do They Make?
How much do CNC machinists make in 2025? This guide breaks down U.S. pay data by role, skills, and industry—plus tips on how to boost your income with a desktop CNC.
- by Jason Erdreich
Smith Blade Designed with Makera Carvera is Now on Kickstarter
Hacksmith Industries launched the Smith Blade on Kickstarter—designed with the Carvera CNC. Discover how prototyping with Makera helped bring this multi-tool to life.
- by Ryan Ren
Makera at Open Sauce 2025 | CNC Innovation & Maker Community
From CNC machine demos to hands-on workshops and collaborations with top creators, Makera’s presence at Open Sauce 2025 was a celebration of maker culture and innovation.
- by Ryan Ren
3D Scanning: Discover a Different Method to Streamline Your CNC Workflow
Discover how combining 3D scanning with Makera CNC milling streamlines prototyping, saves time, and enables precision when reproducing parts and designs.
- by Jason Erdreich
Are milling PCBs finally the future of electronic prototyping?
Explore how PCB milling with machines like the Makera Carvera offers precision, speed, and flexibility—ideal for modern electronics prototyping and small-batch production.
- by Jason Erdreich
Top Tips for Prototyping with your CNC Mill
Prototyping is the key to efficient CNC machining. Learn how iterative design, smart material choices, and simulations can help you reduce mistakes and perfect your projects.
- by Ryan Ren
Makera's New Logo: A Fresh Look for a New Era of Makers
Makera introduces a bold new logo and slogan to mark its next chapter. Learn how the updated identity reflects our commitment to empowering makers with smarter CNC tools.