I'm Dr. Vax or Irv Shapiro. I'm just a guy who likes technology; I don't have a doctorate or an MD. I earned the moniker "Dr. Vax" over thirty years ago while working with Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), a pioneer in virtual memory who specialized in VAX (virtual address extended) computers.
My MakeWithTech group aims to empower common people to use PC technology for invention, creation, and construction.
This blog encapsulates my passion for discovering new information and sharing it with others. I had the chance to conduct research on a variety of subjects while developing businesses, first at DEC and later at three startups, I started. These subjects included computer technology, accounting, education, machine learning, motivation, and organizational dynamics.
I'll now delve into subjects that interest me and share my experiences with you.
Retirement is a new chapter, not an end. It is a chance to begin a brand-new pastime or maybe a part-time profession doing something you adore.
I am dedicated to assisting you in learning fresh skills from the fascinating "maker" world as my retirement career. Those who make things are called makers. Items that are made of wood, or plastic, have electronics, or are used in the shop or in the kitchen. Sharing your creations with friends, family, children, and grandkids is a big part of the fun of learning how to "create".
It is even possible to use your new passion as a means of retirement income thanks to the rise of internet stores like eBay and Etsy.