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“One of the criticisms we get is, Does the world need more plastic crap? But you have to look beyond the plastic crap, to the design, to the experience, to the empowering nature of the MakerBot and the community.”

Quote by Bre Pettis

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Bre Pettis

Bre Pettis is an influential figure in the fields of technology and entrepreneurship. His career spans multiple domains, including 3D printing and startups. Pettis is known for his contributions to the open-source community and entrepreneurial spirit. more

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