100-pages is a big ask, sure. But we'll be working hard to ensure the content is rich (i'm sure you'll all keep us honest if we fail to do so). Unlike our major competitor however, the content doesn't just come from our office. We're showcasing projects that the community has developed in a big way, and we're actively seeking submissions of projects to be featured. Yes; we're developing and will release some projects, but it's just as much about what everyone "out there" has built to solve their particular problem too.
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I highlighted what I think the key thing is, content.
You simply can't create all that yourself, nor should you try.
The great thing about the magazines of the past was that it was a way to make a name for yourself in the industry. Something you could be proud to put in your resume, and to any employer with any clue, that speaks volumes.
Sure the Interwebs and the ease of having your own Blog or Youtube channel has changed that somewhat, and putting your blog link on your Resume is great. But the key part about magazines (and you could include reputable industry websites I guess) has not changed, in that a magazine has that credibility factor. Your project was vetted and selected for publication, and that's still a big deal.
As such I think DIYODE should focus on selecting and publishing only the best quality projects and articles, make it
the industry standard reputable place to get your projects published.
Can Aus/NZ support another magazine? There's only one way for us to answer that question!
Whilst I love nostalgia, my advice is to completely drop any and all reference to Australia and New Zealand, and make DIYODE a worldwide publication. Most people will go the digital version anyway, but keep up the print as it adds a tangible credibility.
If you limit content from Australia/NZ, then you miss out on >90% of the world's content producers.