Fun Automating Virtual Factories (SG1)

In this week’s episode of The Automation Show, we take a look at “Automation In Gaming” by learning how to automate a virtual factory in the game Factorio:

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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Shawn Tierney

Shawn Tierney is a lifelong Technology Enthusiast who began programing in the early 80's on the Apple II and VIC-20 personal computers. After earning a degree in Electronics, he worked as a Certified Controls and Information Automation Specialist for 25 years before launching The Automation Blog and School in 2013.

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