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The discussion focuses on building a work portfolio for freelance opportunities, particularly for individuals with a Physics background seeking projects in engineering, programming, and technical writing. Key tools mentioned include MATLAB, AutoCAD, Ansys, and UML. Participants suggest searching for "hobby engineering projects" online and exploring robotics books for project ideas. Additionally, the importance of creating user manuals and reviews for technical writing portfolios is highlighted.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with MATLAB for engineering simulations
  • Understanding of AutoCAD for technical drawings
  • Knowledge of Ansys for finite element analysis
  • Basic skills in UML for software design documentation
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "hobby engineering projects" for practical ideas
  • Explore robotics project books for hands-on experience
  • Learn how to create user manuals and technical reviews
  • Investigate online platforms for freelance project opportunities
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This discussion is beneficial for aspiring freelancers, engineers, programmers, and technical writers looking to enhance their portfolios and gain practical experience in their respective fields.

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I would like to build a work porfolio for applying for freelance jobs, but I don't really have much relevant work experience that I can draw from. I have a Physics background and I'm looking for projects that are related to engineering, programming, most of the sciences, and technical writing. I'd like to know if anyone can suggest websites or textbooks or something that will give me ideas for projects I can work on that will allow me to showcase intermediate to advanced skills, especially with tools such as MATLAB, AUTOCad, Ansys, UML, etc. For the technical writing portfolio, I'm going to try out software and write reviews and user's manuals, so suggestions for finding templates for that sort of thing, or even for other types of technical writing, would be appreciated.

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So you're basically asking for hobby engineering projects? There are a lot of such ideas around. Doing a google search for 'hobby engineering projects' would reveal many, you can also buy any book on 'robotics', they usually have many projects with instructions on building them.
 

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