Ten years ago, I wrote about the thrill and frustration of being a 3D printing early adopter. I was cutting my teeth on machines like the XYZprinting da Vinci—a bulky beast with proprietary everything ...

3D printing is a big deal. It enables the average person to quickly whip up a fix for something around the house, a cool toy, some functional equipment for hobbies, or even rapidly prototype a new ...

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. The 3D printing industry is valued at more than $17 billion ...

For a long time, 3D printing has been predominantly male. That's changing, though, and it's for the better. James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s.

And it’s not just technical. 3D printing has spilled into my friendships, my work, and even how I spend my quiet hours. I’ve helped friends solve problems with prints, taught others how to get started ...