Live from the SoCal MakerCon show floor, author Joe Micallef details how he started in the 3D print industry and began to write his book, "Beginning Design for 3D Printing." Beginners are introduced to 3D model design and creation with easy to follow tutorials for many free CAD software programs. There is a critical need for CAD designers and 3D print experts in the growing 3DP economy. Listen to the podcast here: 3D Printing for Beginners with Author Joe Micallef Hey, we're here at SoCal … [Read more...]
3D Print Puzzle Toys
Very cool and very inspiring 3D print puzzle toys from Locknesters that will keep you, as a learning 3D print user, excited and interested in continuing to learn and use your 3D printer. Far better than the generic CAD test print models your printer may or may not come with, these 3D print puzzle toys provide learning concepts and maker milestones to conquer such as fit, finish, how the filament works, and many other areas to explore in 3D print production. Listen to the podcast here: 3D … [Read more...]
Top 12 Tips for 3D Print Designers
Sharing our recommended criteria for deciding what to design and 3D print, and our top 12 tips for 3D print designers. The tips range from best practices for anyone starting out with 3D printing, to more advanced and technical tips that will be more useful after you have a bit more 3D printing experience. Listen to the podcast here: Top 12 Tips for 3D Print Designers As we have been going through all the software reviews and other things, it just brings up all the questions … [Read more...]