3D design - Software

[cchhun]

Welcome to the community.

I’m currently using and learning about Fusion 360.
I found it pretty easy to learn for all the basic functionality.

Here are a few links to get you started.

Community Glowforge Tutorials: Table of Contents

The Design Team Tutorial Project (aka “The Matrix”) This post and all related links are created and maintained by generous and helpful Glowforge customers. They have not been vetted or approved by Glowforge staff. List of Official Learning Tutorials from Glowforge: Safe Operations: Safety (Don’t be sorry later, read this now.) Operating Environment ( Don’t let your machine be uncomfortable.) Stop using your Glowforge unit if… Repairs to a Modified Glowforge Regulatory Information Des…

Tutorials that we newbies should see before glowforging

Hi, I’m a new arrival in the forum. I come from Britanny in france and I am a lucky future glowforger. I m also a complete beginner in laser cutting, CNC, and other 3D technology. I must prepare myself to use 3D software to start learning to create things to cut. So this topic’s idea is to take an inventory of useful softwares and tutorials to help newbies like me to be prepared. I start with my firsts researches: softwares: 123CATCH: http://www.123dapp.com/catch : generate 3D models from…

Glowforge Image Software Basics Bootcamp?

Okay, I’ve drawn on a little hardwood plaque and had a Glowforge engrave it…but while I’m waiting for my unit, any suggestions on what app(s) I could begin practicing with for use with the Glowforge? I know it’s compatible with Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Autodesk 360, & Sketchup…but I’ve never used ANY of them and don’t know where (and with which one) to begin. Any suggestions on Image Software and Tutorials for the Complete Neophyte?

What software to learn first

hey guys, so excited, just pulled the trigger on a pro model for our shop. Im excited by the ease of use showcased on the website and in forums. I have no experience with lasers and was wondering if people could chime in on what software I should start learning on? Im proficient in photoshop but never got around to illustrator… Sounds like sketch up is pretty easy to navigate as well? any input would be appreciated!

A quick search for 3d software will give you lots more to go over.

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