[GingisK]

I think it is just the fun of it. I've toyed with the notion of making vacuum tubes, just for the fun of it. I have amassed tube making books and have studied them at some depth. Tubes are not by any means simple, making great mind toys. Tube based audio and radio circuits are kind of neat as well.

Since I have retired I find that I enjoy working in my manual machine shop. I have started making an Enigma Machine, for no reason in particular. (A lot of parts)

Do you have any hobbies? You are obviously a deep techie, so your self entertainment is likely to be interesting. (I'm just curious.)

As for the young man featured in the article, it seems he should be able to land a great job with any of the chip makers.

[TexasGator]

“Do you have any hobbies? You are obviously a deep techie, so your self entertainment is likely to be interesting. (I’m just curious.)”

Made my first crystal radio 68 years ago. Had to learn everything about radio and TV.

Same with computers in the 80’s.

Now mostly enjoying the good life.