Bits, Bytes & Pieces
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The 3D modeling tool OpenSCAD was introduced in a previous article. OpenSCAD allows the modeling of complex 3D objects being built up from simple primitive shapes. The modeling is done with a simple programming language. Using this language the modeler can create simple to very complex objects.
We will be covering how to install OpenSCAD on a Windows and Mac OS, how to create our first simple object and finally how to export the complex object as an SLT file. An SLT file can be further processed by a slicer, such as Ultimaker's Cura, for printing on a 3D printer.
Python, with its clean syntax and powerful libraries, has achieved a towering stature in the software development realm. From data science juggernauts to nimble startups, Python's ubiquity is undeniable. Yet, as with every mighty tool, managing it efficiently is crucial. Enter 'pyenv' and 'venv' - two tools that empower developers to control the Python chaos.
