Pete Oxenham on Within Tolerance: From Chatter to Toolpath and Beyond

In the latest episode of Within Tolerance, Pete Oxenham returns to the show to catch up on everything that has happened since his last appearance in episode 116. Hosted by Dylan Jackson of Prodium Machining, the conversation dives deep into Pete’s journey from launching Chatter, selling his machine shop, and now working on Toolpath.

Reflecting on the past few years, Pete shares how much has changed since first launching the beta of Chatter. At the time, he was navigating the challenges of building a new product while still running a machine shop. Fast forward to today, and he has shifted gears, now focusing on Toolpath, a project that aims to revolutionize how machinists interact with automation.

The discussion explores the evolution of software in manufacturing, the challenges of scaling a startup, and how the industry is shifting toward more intelligent and accessible automation. Pete and Dylan talk about what it takes to bring new technology into the machining world and the lessons learned along the way.

For those who have followed Pete’s journey or are interested in how AI and automation are shaping the future of manufacturing, this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Listen now: Within Tolerance Episode 249 - Pete Oxenham of Chatter and Toolpath