People all over the world are realizing they can use technology for more than what is being advertised to them if they build it for themselves. These people are known as “Makers” and are members of the most dedicated DIY community you’ll find today. Their mission is simple: Develop new products and services the way they want them to be.

The Maker Movement is here to stay, and you can join them on Pi Day by making one of these projects yourself:

Design the Ultimate Arcade

Arcades may be a thing of the past but that doesn't mean you can't relive the glory days of gaming. You can still play your favorite games just like you used to without worrying about having enough quarters. And if you really want to have some fun, you can throw in some new games into the mix too.

Arcade Cocktail Cabinet > Bar Top Arcade Machine > PiStation Emulator >

Simplify Your Life

Why are you still doing things the old fashioned way when home automation can do it all for you? Almost every menial task you can think of can now be done with a computer and you'll never have to worry about it again. This also lets you do what's really important – like playing video games at the arcade you built.

Robot Butler > Smart Desk > Surveillance Cameras >

Become An Artist

Take your artistic endeavors to the next level and create something that actually helps you create art. You'll not only save time and money; but your artwork will also be more unique than ever. And who knows, maybe “making stuff” will become your new favorite medium?

Time-Lapse Dolly > 3D Scanner > Time-Lapse Camera >

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Whatever You Can Imagine

These are only a handful of the things you can make on Pi day. With a little ingenuity and a little computer you can literally make anything you want. It's up to you (and your imagination) to decide!

Netbook > Wearable Computer > Quadcopter Drone >