– Intro – Mike Vasquez1:05 – AMUG – TraceAM software (teaser)1:35 – 3Degrees – making 3D printing work for you – beyond materials research – helping qualify the process5:12 – Developing TraceAM software – materials process database 3D printing workflow in a production environment – real life information 9:40 – Certifications, Qualifications, Standards – documenting the whole story of the part  13:32 – America Makes materials database project using TraceAM software 18:50 – Podcasting through the pandemic – 3Degrees24:32 – Chicago, IL pilot student and mentor program – “Westside Forward” jobs and training – intro to 3D printing careers – importance of networkingMike Vasquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvasquez18/3Degrees: https://www.3degreescompany.com/TraceAM software: https://www.traceam.com/Dr. Mike Vasquez is a 3D Printing expert specializing in pushing the boundaries of advanced 3D printing technology. He is the Founder of 3Degrees, a Chicago-based consulting company focused helping companies implement winning 3D Printing solutions through practical insights and materials expertise.He has worked side-by-side with some of the top machine manufacturers, material producers and end users in the industry, consulting with them to identify novel applications, test new materials, and rethink manufacturing approaches to de-risk supply chains and increase flexibility.He completed his PhD in Additive Manufacturing at Loughborough University and received both his Bachelors and Masters from MIT in Materials Science and Engineering.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/alldigitalam9283/donations