This intergenerational rivalry stuff never used to exist.
We didn't have names for generations (outside of sociology).
But I guess that's the fault of the younger generation.
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The "nobody does X anymore" / "everybody and their brother does X" is somewhat perception.
Obviously, on these forums there are a ton of electronic hobbyists.
Big cities have their Maker Faires and attract tons of people.
On the other hand, if you wore a blinky LED pendant to the supermarket many would be amazed that you built it yourself.
I find the same thing with musicians (although I would guess that here they are disproportionately represented).
When I go camping I'm always looking for musicians but seldom find any.
Still, the statistics show that amateur music is still thriving.