3D Printing: How to Get Started
by Cameron MacDonald | at Minnebar 19
Are you interested in 3D printing but don't know how to get started?
This session is to give newcomers to 3D printing a rundown of what it is, what it isn't, and how to start trying it out if you're interested.
We'll be exploring:
- Types of 3D printers
- Types of filaments / resin
- Software for creating objects
- Slicing software for prepping files for printing
- Caveats, considerations, and drawbacks
- Safety
There will be time for a Q&A at the end for anyone who has specific questions. 3D printing is an exciting, fun, sometimes frustrating, and extremely vast and deep hobby. I hope you'll join and find out more about one of my favorite hobbies!
Cameron MacDonald
Cameron is a front-end developer who works on design systems. He finds joy in bridging the gap between visual design and software engineering; artistic creativity and practical problem solving.
He is also a Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) through the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). He hopes to earn WAS and CPWA certifications in the future.
When he's not ripping his hair out trying to fix bugs he definitely didn't create, you can find him doing one of his many hobbies that he can't seem to stop picking up. These include skiing, cycling, illustration, animation, 3D printing, smart home automation, playing guitar and piano, and more.
You can find all of his socials at cdmacdonald.com
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