In addition to my earlier comments, here is a link to a discussion that goes through some of the considerations associated with becoming an amateur, and, yes u/vk6flab is also me.
As for how to start, much depends on which country you’re in. So let’s start there.
From an overview perspective, essentially you can start playing with (free online) receivers immediately, lots of online resources. To transmit you’ll need to do some studies and pass a test to get an amateur radio licence because all radio spectrum is regulated, since radio waves don’t stop at borders. No Morse Code required in most countries, and in many cases there’s an introductory licence class which you can often do in a weekend.
You talk nicely to their boss, get appointed, then tell your old boss your thoughts on the matter.
Fuck off!
(I’m kidding, also how do you get into amateur radio? Is there like a 101 guide you could link me? Thanks!)
Inspired by your question about how to start in the hobby of amateur radio, I’ve started a new project to answer your question.
Brickbats and Bouquets welcome.
https://github.com/vk6flab/getting-started-in-amateur-radio/blob/main/README.md
Wow, that’s comprehensive. And the license is cheaper than I expected. Thanks!
You’re most welcome. Have fun!
In addition to my earlier comments, here is a link to a discussion that goes through some of the considerations associated with becoming an amateur, and, yes u/vk6flab is also me.
https://old.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/noydho/tips_for_starting_out/
Perhaps it’s time for me to collate some of this information.
Good luck and feel free to ask questions, I’ll answer if I can.
Welcome to the community :)
As for how to start, much depends on which country you’re in. So let’s start there.
From an overview perspective, essentially you can start playing with (free online) receivers immediately, lots of online resources. To transmit you’ll need to do some studies and pass a test to get an amateur radio licence because all radio spectrum is regulated, since radio waves don’t stop at borders. No Morse Code required in most countries, and in many cases there’s an introductory licence class which you can often do in a weekend.