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elektronista

Elektronista is a term used in several languages to describe a person who works with or has a strong interest in electronics. In everyday use, an elektronista may design, build, repair, or troubleshoot electronic circuits, devices, or systems, and is often associated with the DIY electronics culture or the maker movement. In some contexts, the term is also used for artists or performers who create work using electronic instruments or digital media.

Etymology: The word combines elektron, from Greek elektron meaning electricity, with the -ista suffix found in

Scope and usage: Elektronista is not an official professional designation. It overlaps with electrical engineers, electronics

Related topics include electronics and electrical engineering, as well as the maker movement and electronic music.

Romance
and
other
languages
to
indicate
a
practitioner
or
devotee.
The
form
elektronista
appears
in
languages
that
adapt
this
suffix;
in
English,
usage
is
comparatively
rare
and
informal.
technicians,
and
hobbyists,
depending
on
context.
It
appears
primarily
in
online
communities,
hobbyist
publications,
and
certain
cultural
discussions
rather
than
formal
technical
literature.