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Forrest Thompson

Founder 

Hello. My name is Forrest Thompson. I am the founder and Organizer of the Techroom Robotics Club.

With the assistance of all the wonderful people listed below, we have continued to make the Techroom as interesting and innovative as possible to the Community at large.

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Brian likes to build - both hardware and software.  He's enjoys teaching and presenting, and works to contantly

improve his presentation skills.  He's trained originally as an economist with business administration, but then

went back to get electronics and programming classes.  These were to pursue his interest in AI, and generally

having fun with electronics and technology.   Brian's latest robotics project is the DonkeyCar, an RC car-based self-driving car to work with Tensorflow, neural networks, and AI.  His career includes time as a software test engineer at Microsoft in the codecs unit within the Digital Media division.

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Brian Weisbrod

Robot Builder & Business Technologist

Brian likes to build - both hardware and software.  He's enjoys teaching and presenting, and works to improve his presentation skills.  He's trained originally as an economist with business administration, but then went back to get electronics and software programming classes.  These were to pursue his interest in AI, and generally having fun with electronics and technology.  

 

Brian's latest robotics project is the DonkeyCar, an RC car-based self-driving car to work with Tensorflow, neural networks, and AI.  His career includes time as a software test engineer at Microsoft in the codecs unit within the Digital Media division.

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Jon G

 member

Charter member of club

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Katherine Orho

Human Resource

My role with the Techroom ranges from project management to research and administrative support. I am currently in the process of developing an internship program. 

Outside of the club, I am a proud Life Insurance Agent and a new member of the National Association of Female Executives.  I am currently studying to pass the aPHR certification exam.

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Personally, I love learning and I love teaching. I am highly inspired to be a mentor to adults who are stepping into the technological world for the first time.  I have mentored my dear friend, Nichelle, who does podcasts and maintains a YouTube channel.

I absolutely love the Techroom Robotics Club! It continues to open the doors of possibilities of development to me. I look forward to supporting the growth of our club and I  have no regrets being a founding member because I know it will become a vital part of the community's development in the long run.

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Phil McCary III

Hobby Roboticist Technologist (Hardware)

Phil considers himself a D.I.Y. Hobby Roboticist because he does not make a living at it! He enjoys creating, building and programing Robots of all kinds but his Favorite Robots are the autonomous ones. For example Phil enjoys autonomous line-following, maze solving, self-driving and movie replica robots. Like Brian, Phil works on his “Donkey” autonomous car to compete in the DIY RoboCars events. He is also a Star Wars fan and he plans on building a Star Wars MSE-6-Series Maintenance droid. One of Phil’s most current projects revolves around bringing an old (2002) iRobot ATRV-mini back to life.

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Thomas M

Member - Riverside

Joined September 4, 2018. Robot Expo Creator President of Riverside Robotics Society.

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David S

Photographer/Videographer

I take all the pictures for the club posted on this site.  I also produce various videos as needed and or requested.

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J. Carlos Acevedo

Member - Perris

IMember since February 19, 2019.  A great support to the team!

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Cedric Swan

Member - San Bernardino

Fellow attendee of ITT, Cedric joined the Techroom February 3, 2019. His unique insights on A.I are most interesting.

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Brian Santacruz

Member -San Bernardino 

I Joined in January 17,2018.  Brian has established his place in the club with his photographic and computer program specialties.

Always helpful, he is a major club asset!

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Robbieaoa

Member- Beaumont

A member since January 28, 2018,  R2D2 builder and Johnny five enthusiast Rob has been a great addition to the team!

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Steve Sigmon

Member - Riverside

Joined January 20, 2018, This robot builder extraordinaire has graced our club with his wonderful insights and expertise!

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Mike Z.

Member

I like to keep the club's timeline and events. Help with producing accurate literature promoting the Techroom and their members. Make special notices concerning important dates( Club origins, birthdays and anniversaries.

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