Update branding

Author: danic85

_config.yml

@@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ timezone: Europe/London
 
 title: Maker Forge # the main title
 
-tagline: We forge makers # it will display as the sub-title
+tagline: Forging makers since 2020 # it will display as the sub-title
 
 description: >- # used by seo meta and the atom feed
   Guides and news relating to Maker Forge projects and videos.
@@ -34,12 +34,12 @@ github:
 social:
   # Change to your full name.
   # It will be displayed as the default author of the posts and the copyright owner in the Footer
-  name: Dan Makes Things
+  name: MakerForge.tech
   links:
     # The first element serves as the copyright owner's link
-    - https://instagram.com/dan.makes.things
     - https://youtube.com/DanMakesThings
-    - https://github.com/dmt-labs/modular-biped
+    - https://instagram.com/dan.makes.things
+    - https://github.com/makerforgetech/modular-biped
 
 google_site_verification: # fill in to your verification string
 

_data/contact.yml

@@ -19,6 +19,10 @@
   icon: 'fab fa-mastodon'
   url:  'https://cr8r.gg/@DanMakesThings'
 
+- type: discord
+  icon: "fab fa-discord"
+  url: https://bit.ly/makerforge-community
+
 - type: rss
   icon: "fas fa-rss"
   noblank: true

_includes/intro.html

@@ -1,4 +1,5 @@
 <article class="px-1">
+  <h1>Welcome to Maker Forge!</h1>
   <p>
     The mission of Maker Forge is to inspire and empower makers, hobbyists, and
     enthusiasts to explore the world of open-source robotics, electronics & 3D

_tabs/about.md

@@ -14,13 +14,46 @@ I hope you enjoy the content and find it useful. If you have any questions or su
 
 ## Useful Links
 
-[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dan.makes.things/)
+- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dan.makes.things/) / [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@dan.makes.things)
+- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/DanMakesThings)
+- [GitHub - Modular Biped Software](https://bit.ly/modular-biped) & [Discussion](https://bit.ly/maker-forge-community)
+- [Discord (Discussion Group)](https://bit.ly/makerforge-community)
+- [Buy me a coffee :)](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/makerforgetech)
 
-[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/DanMakesThings)
+## About Dan
+
+Dan is a Software Engineering Manager with over 20 years of experience as a software engineer and architect. 
+
+Having always been interested in robotics and electronics, Dan began experimenting with Arduino microcontrollers and later Raspberry Pis, which led to a passion for building and programming robots.
+
+During COVID lockdown he began a 'small' project which evolved into a [Modular Biped Robotics Framework](/modular-biped/). After making the project open-source and 3D printable, Dan built a vibrant community around it, with over 25k followers. The project also won the [Thingiverse Innovate and Automate Challenge in 2024](https://www.thingiverse.com/challenges/pcbway), and was a finalist in the [RealVNC Raspberry Pi Prize](https://www.realvnc.com/en/blog/realvnc-raspberry-pi-prize-finalist-dan-nicholson-companion-robot/).
+
+Through the MakerForge.tech website, Dan shares learnings, guides, and project details while collaborating with partners and fellow makers to continue evolving the modular biped, as well as other projects which can be found on the site.
+
+## Branding
+
+Links below to branding relating to Dan Makes Things, MakerForge.tech and associated projects.
+
+**MakerForge.tech Logos**
+
+- [Transparent](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_horizontal_transparent.svg) (preferred)
+- [White Background](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_horizontal_white_bg.svg)
+- [Black Background](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_horizontal_black_bg.svg)
+- [Square Transparent](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_square_transparent.svg)
+- [Square White Background](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_square_white_bg.svg)
+- [Square Black Background](/assets/branding/makerforge_logo_square_black_bg.svg)
 
-[GitHub](https://bit.ly/modular-biped)
+**Dan Makes Things Logos**
 
-[Discussion Group](https://bit.ly/makerforge-community)
+- [Black](/assets/branding/dmt_logo_black.png) (preferred)
+- [All 'Dan Makes Things' Logos (Zip)](/assets/branding/dmt_logos.zip)
+
+
+**Other Images**
+
+- [Dan Profile (with Modular Biped)](/assets/branding/dan_with_biped.jpg)
+- [Dan Profile](/assets/branding/dan_profile.jpg)
+- [Modular Biped (Transparent Background)](/assets/branding/robot_transp.png)
 
 ## Music and Sounds
 
@@ -44,14 +77,4 @@ The following tracks are used in the videos:
 - Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell
 - American Idle by RKVC
 
-Other music and sounds provided directly by social media account and credited automatically on the relevant post (if required).
-
-## About Dan
-
-Dan is a seasoned Software Engineering Manager with over 20 years of experience as a software engineer and architect. 
-
-Four years ago, he began exploring robotics as a hobby, which quickly evolved into a large-scale bipedal robotics project that has inspired a wide audience. 
-
-After making the project open-source and 3D printable, Dan built a vibrant community around it, with over 25k followers. 
-
-Through his platform, MakerForge.tech, Dan shares insights and project details while collaborating with partners and fellow makers to continue expanding the project’s impact.
+Other music and sounds provided directly by social media account and credited automatically on the relevant post (if required).

_tabs/mentions.md

@@ -10,6 +10,8 @@ Find something missing? Let me know!
 
 ## 2025
 
+[Raspberry Pi Magazine - Biped companion robot (Page 36)](https://magazine.raspberrypi.com/issues/152) - Free PDF available.
+
 [Makers Central 2025](https://www.makerscentral.co.uk/the-makers/dan-makes-things/)
 
 [Robot Talk Podcast - Interview](https://www.robottalk.org/2025/02/14/episode-109-dan-nicholson/)

_tabs/support-the-project.md

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ icon: fas fa-coffee
 order: 5
 ---
 
-Thanks for supporting the project! 
+Thanks for supporting MakerForge.tech! 
 
 There are a number of ways you can help out, from contributing to the code, to sharing the project with your friends and colleagues. Check out the links below the menu.
 
@@ -16,3 +16,8 @@ If you'd like to buy me a coffee, you can do so using the link below:
 
 Anything contributed will go towards projects, new features, guides and content.
 
+## Partnerships
+
+If you're interested in partnering with MakerForge.tech, please get in touch via the contact form.
+
+[Partners - Get In Touch](https://forms.gle/FxubN9wnHuafRNgu5)