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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NOTE: Special thanks to the folks at Factorio.com for sending us a review key so we could review their game on our blog and show.

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Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator

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Shawn Tierney

I'm 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, I worked as a Certified Controls and Information Automation Specialist for 25 years before leaving to become a full time Industrial Automation instructor and mentor at TheAutomationSchool, as well as publishing industry interviews, news, and product how-to’s at TheAutomationBlog.com. If you're interested in my training, mentoring, or becoming a sponsor, please schedule a teams meeting with me via https://calendly.com/shawntierney/business-meeting

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