Eric Gradman
I am the co-founder of Two Bit Circus, a Micro-Amusement Park in Downtown Los Angeles. We're revolutionizing out-of-home entertainment. We were named one of the 10 Most Innovative Game Companies of 2020 by Fast Company.
Throughout my 20+ years as a professional inventor, my passion has been to develop products at the intersection of the physical world and the web. I build prototypes and turn ideas into businesses. As a long-time entrepreneur, I take a practical approach to finding, adapting, or building solutions to problems fast.
I've applied my skills as a roboticist, software developer, and fabricator to such diverse projects as launching the traveling STEAM Carnival, building one of the first self-driving cars, developing immersive Story Rooms, and building home inventions for families in need as a designer on Extreme Makeover Home Edition.
Some of my Favorite Tools
Programming Languages
python, node.js, C, C++, C#
Toolkit
numpy, pandas, tensorflow, Unity3d, Vue.js, React, PostgreSQL, redis, OpenCV, OpenFrameworks, Grafana
Dev Ops
docker, kubernetes, AWS, Google Cloud, Firebase, Puppet, ansible, Gitlab, TravisCI, Prometheus
CAD Tools
Rhino3D, RhinoCAM, VisualCAM, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, EAGLE PCB
Electronics
Arduino & related ecosystem, digital microelectronics, PLC & panel design, ModBus
Fabrication
Cabinetry, woodturning, machining (mill & lathe), CNC routing, waterjet, laser-cutting, 3d printing, packaging design, origami, pop-up design, moldmaking, casting
Production
QLab, lighting design and automation, web streaming studio production, OBS, WebRTC, Twitch & Youtube APIs
Creative
After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, product design, sketching, writing (technical, marketing, comedy)