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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an Apple iMac computer,''' (High Sierra operating system), three Windows Design Workstations, as well as other Windows computers dedicated to equipment throughout our space.


'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an Apple iMac computer,''' three Windows Design Workstations, as well as other computers (dedicated to equipment) throughout our space.
Members can use our Design Workstations and our dedicated computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1).


Members can use our computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1).
No reservations are required for our iMac or Design Workstations at this time, using the computers is "first‑come, first‑served".


No reservations are required for our iMac or Design Workstations at this time, they are "first-come, first‑served".
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Members can use our computers, and installed software, without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level&nbsp;1).
 
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Members are also welcome to bring in their own computers and use our high-speed Internet connection.
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===[[New Member Orientation]]===
== Training==
:* Do not expect files on the computers to be saved, you are responsible for your own backups.
:* Computers are for professional use only.
 
==Tips ==


==Classes==
:* <code>cmd-spacebar</code> is the default shortcut for Spotlight Search
:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
:To help out with any of the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on our&nbsp;Slack #computing channel.


==Training==
:*<code>esc</code> to dismiss Spotlight Search (and other modes, too.)
:* Do not expect files on the computers to be saved, use your own thumb drive or cloud backup.
:*Computers are for professional use only.


==Tips==
:*cmd-spacebar is the shortcut for Spotlight Search
:*esc to dismiss Spotlight Search
:*'''To find out which shell you're using, run the command''' <code>echo $SHELL</code> or <code>ps $$</code>
:*'''To find out which shell you're using, run the command''' <code>echo $SHELL</code> or <code>ps $$</code>


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:[https://support.apple.com/en-us/102323 '''Mac tips for Windows switchers''']
:[https://support.apple.com/en-us/102323 '''Mac tips for Windows switchers''']
:[https://support.apple.com/ '''Apple Support''']
:[https://support.apple.com/ '''Apple Support''']
:[https://developer.apple.com/design/human-interface-guidelines/platforms '''Apple Human Interface Guidelines''']
:[https://developer.apple.com/design/human-interface-guidelines/platforms '''Apple Human Interface Guidelines''']


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== Equipment Lists ==
'''Links to other external sites:'''
===[https://www.youtube.com/applesupport '''Apple Support on YouTube''']===
===[https://www.airbeam.tv/knowledge-base/macos/ '''The Ultimate macOS Guide in 2024''']===
 
==Equipment Lists==


===Macintosh Computers===
==='''Macintosh Computers'''===
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'''27-inch iMac'''
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Homebrew


VSCode&nbsp;1.83.1, BBEdit 12.6.7
VS&nbsp;Code&nbsp;1.83.1, BBEdit 12.6.7


LycheeSlicer, PrusaSlicer
LycheeSlicer, PrusaSlicer
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[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]


[[Wish List#Computers|'''Wish List''']]
== Benefits ==
:'''USB to SATA adapter or docking station'''
:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
 
==Benefits==
{{Member Benefits}}
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{{Red Tags}}
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==Related Pages==
==Hand-Curated Links==
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
'''Links to member-recommended external sites:'''


:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Windows'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[https://brew.sh/ '''Homebrew'''] — The Missing Package Manager for macOS (or Linux)
:[[Computers — Ubuntu|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Ubuntu'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Large Format Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers — Large Format'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Printers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Infrastructure at PPM'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Raspberry Pi'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Arduino'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]


:'''[[Software Tips]]'''
:[https://everymac.com/ '''Lookup Specs for Mac and Apple Devices'''] — EveryMac.com
:'''[[QR Codes]]'''


==Hand-Curated Links==
:[https://www.backmarket.com/en-us '''Back Market'''] — the refurbished (super) market
Links to member-recommended external sites:
 
:'''[https://isapplesiliconready.com/ Is Apple Silicon Ready]''' — Apps Optimized for M1 or M2 Processors
==Additional Help ==
:'''[[wikipedia:List_of_Apple_operating_systems|List of Apple operating systems]]''' — on Wikipedia
Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
:'''[https://everymac.com/ Lookup Specs for Mac and Apple Devices]''' — EveryMac.com
 
:[https://www.backmarket.com/en-us '''BackMarket'''] — the refurbished (super) market.
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
:'''[https://brew.sh/ Homebrew]''' — The Missing Package Manager for macOS (or Linux)
:[[wikipedia:The_Mother_of_All_Demos|'''The Mother of All Demos''']] — on Wikipedia
::A landmark (1968) demonstration of windows, hypertext, graphics, efficient navigation and command input, video conferencing, the computer mouse, word processing, dynamic file linking, revision control, and a collaborative real-time editor by computer pioneer [[wikipedia:Douglas_Engelbart|'''Doug Engelbart''']].


==For Additional Help==
:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
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Latest revision as of 10:04, 8 August 2026

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an Apple iMac computer, (High Sierra operating system), three Windows Design Workstations, as well as other Windows computers dedicated to equipment throughout our space.

Members can use our Design Workstations and our dedicated computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1).

No reservations are required for our iMac or Design Workstations at this time, using the computers is "first‑come, first‑served".

Always leave the space better than you found it.

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM MEMBER USE

Members can use our computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1).





Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.


Training

  • Do not expect files on the computers to be saved, you are responsible for your own backups.
  • Computers are for professional use only.

Tips

  • cmd-spacebar is the default shortcut for Spotlight Search
  • esc to dismiss Spotlight Search (and other modes, too.)
  • To find out which shell you're using, run the command echo $SHELL or ps $$

Links to Apple.com:

Mac tips for Windows switchers
Apple Support
Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Equipment Lists

Macintosh Computers

Picture Item Manufacturer /
Model 		Application
Software 		Apple
Software 		CPU /
Graphics 		Memory Storage
Apple iMac computer
 Macintosh

27-inch iMac

Level 1 badge
 Apple

A1312

Inkscape 1.3.2

Arduino 1.8.19

Chrome, Firefox

Homebrew

VS Code 1.83.1, BBEdit 12.6.7

LycheeSlicer, PrusaSlicer

macOS

High Sierra - Version 10.13.6

Keynote 9.1, Numbers 6.1, Pages 8.1

GarageBand, iMovie

Preview, Safari

Terminal

2.93 GHz Intel Core i7

ATI Radeon HD 5750 1024 MB

24 GB 1 TB SATA SSD

1 TB SATA HDD

(internal DVD drive)

Bluetooth keyboard Apple

A1255

wired mouse Apple

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of PPM membership)
Website Benefit Address
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens 10% discount 1830 W Uintah Street

Policies

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

Homebrew — The Missing Package Manager for macOS (or Linux)
Lookup Specs for Mac and Apple Devices — EveryMac.com
Back Market — the refurbished (super) market

Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #computing

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.


Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.

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