# Summary of IRC Conversation (Jan 27, 2011)

* Jeff Gough's wax printer was shared and discussed, with a video demonstration showing the printer in action (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN9Btu7DHhw), generating interest among channel participants.

* Open manufacturing was highlighted as a growing movement, with a successful local meetup reported by user strages, who strongly recommended others organize similar events in their communities.

* A discussion about neuroengineering career paths explored challenges of pursuing open research in the field, including questions about debt, employment opportunities, and whether research would be publicly available.

* Drew Endy's talk on DNA programming was added to a repository (http://diyhpl.us:9000/s/24c3-programming-dna-2329), representing ongoing interest in synthetic biology.

* DIYbio was mentioned as being featured on Syfy's Eureka blog, showing mainstream recognition of the biohacking movement.

* A user reported receiving a new extruder for their ShapercubeRepRap 3D printer that would "change the game" by solving previous jamming and clogging issues.

* Various open-source music players were discussed as alternatives to resource-intensive audio software, with "moc" (console-based) and "mpd" being recommended for lower CPU usage.