Ok, I've been saying it for a bit now... But I really am working on this thing still.. Just to give an update on where my efforts are being directed right now... I'm trying to fill in some gaps on my side.. Mostly in the ability to make the PCBs.. I've always hand soldered and breadboarded 99% of my stuff since I never had a need to show it to anyone, or worry about reproduceability... So, I've been spending some time and money to give myself that ability.. and it's actually coming along nicely so far...I think..

I got myself a shapeoko, which is currently on its way... and those of you who might have glanced at my profile on here in the past day might have noticed that I am posting a couple new projects... One for making metal stencils, one for a UV exposure 'oven', and a couple more when I get the time.. I'll document every step of the process I am using, from designing the boards to having a finished board with solder mask and silkscreening...all done at home with easy to find parts of course.. Some things will be unique and designed by me, some will be pretty common probably but maybe with a twist to make it easier from my perspective.. :)

At any rate, a number of you have contacted me and are starting to build your own ramanPis, so I'd like to continue making it as easy as possible... and yes...I hope to be offering kits and parts as soon as possible too!

Here's to a great new year and thanks everyone!!