Chris DeAngelis Dedicated Project Visit

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A basic crank shaft. Some recent work in Catia

A basic Virtual Instrument created using LabVIEW. Demonstrates ability to use both charts and graphs using randomly generated data.

A SketchUp model of the first computer I built.

Another SketchUp model. This is a scale model of our basement office which was used to redesign its layout

Name, age, gender, location, contact info (phone, email, Skype).

Chris DeAngelis, 25, Male, Mamaroneck, New York, (914) 262-7578 CDeAngel@nyit.edu.

Please list schools you have attended, degrees and/or major areas of study or training, and independent studies that you have done.

2013 B.S. Mechanical Engineering New York Institute of Technology
2010 A.S. Engineering Science Westchester Community College
2009 Competed 2 week course on Earth Building at Cal Earth

How did you hear about the program? Why are you applying for a Dedicated Project Visit? Why are you interested in our work?

I heard about this program through TedTalks like many others. I am applying for a Dedicated Project Visit because I want to see this Open Source Ecology succeed. I am interested in Factor E farm because it is actually testing these theories.

Which of your skills are particularly relevant towards creating the GVCS? Please view the TED Talk and recent update for the latest on our approach and on-the-ground work.

Practical skills I have for this project would include familiarity with basic building and farming tools, such as saws, drills, wrenches etc. Also more advanced tools like table saws, soldering irons, and belt sanders. In addition to my skills with tools, I also have a talent for repairing miscellaneous household devices, such as computers, toasters, washing machines, coffee makers, and plumbing. I have built desktop computers, shelves, desks, and a quarter-pipe ramp for skateboards.

Do you have any organizational skills and experience?

I am familiar with Ghantt charts, and use Google Calendar for most of my scheduling. Also, as far as digital organization goes I am a big fan of “tagging”.

Can you cook? Can you cover your food expenses?

I can cook. Raised in an Italian family, I can make a mean spaghetti bolognese, homemade pizza, and having worked at a wine store I can even recommend a good bottle to go with either.

Do you have resources to support yourself while volunteering with us?

I can support my self financially while volunteering at FactorE farm.

Do you have any medical, physical, or psychological conditions or disabilities which may affect your ability to do physical work?

I have no medical conditions.

Do you have any emotional, psychological, or mental conditions which may affect your ability to act with composure and good judgment?

I have no medical conditions.

Are you easy to get along with and can you get along with other people?

I am very easy to get along with.

Do you have strong ideological views (political, religious, elitist, feminist, etc.)?

I am Roman Catholic.

Are you a team player - or someone who understands that the work we do at Factor e Farm is for a much greater purpose than for our own self-gratification, indulgence, or agenda? This implies a level of maturity in the participant which allows one to remain not only aligned with the vision, but also to remain motivated in this work.

Yes, I am a team-player, in fact, I love teamwork and collaboration very much! Although, when I am really being super productive, I tend to be working alone.

Do you smoke?

I do not smoke.

Do you have any dietary restrictions? Will you eat meat raised at our farm?

I have no dietary restrictions. I would eat meat raised on FactorE.

Do you have transportation? Will you be arriving by car and leaving the car on-site?

I have a car, but I will most likley fly from NY to Missouri and request a ride from the airport. Although, a road trip is not out of the question.

Documentation is key to moving our work forward. Are you familiar with using a Wiki?

I am very familiar with online wiki's. I can even offer introductory training in this area.

Can you work well as a pioneer under rough conditions, by taking the responsibility to create your own environment?

As a pioneer, I think I would work well. I enjoy camping, hiking and backpacking. Also, I have done forest service in Utah and Colorado. If need be I can bring some materials (tarps, sleeping bag, mess kit, etc..) and create my own working environment.

When would you be available for a Dedicated Project Visit?

I would be available from May 19 to Sept 1.

List your goals and deliverables for your Dedicated Project Visit, breaking it up by each of the four weeks. Please write a one-page proposal brief summarizing what you would like to do, how you would accomplish it, and what resources you would need to do so. Include a budget as necessary. We are willing to pay for prototyping materials.

My goal for week 1 would be to: Week 1. Create my environment. Meet and introduce myself to everyone on site. Aquire materials for week 2. Take photographs of the farm and my workspace. Complete my week 1 blog entry. Create a digital representation of my workspace, including a rough topological survey. Dig E-Dome foundation. Week 2:

Are you willing to publish all the results of your work openly, and to make any of your contributions open source, consistent with our goal of creating Distributive Enterprise?

Yes.