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        Here are a few websites, videos, and other resources you may find helpful in preparation for your visit to, and use of, the FabLab.

        3D Design Programs:

        Tinkercad

        • website:  www.Tinkercad.com
        • Tinkercad boat video tutorial (one of many tutorials on YouTube).
        • Tinkercad basics printable tutorial

        Cura

        • website:  https://ultimaker.com/en/products/cura-software   
        • overview video tutorial

         

         2D Design Programs (Laser Cutter/Vinyl Cutter/CNC)

        CorelDRAW*

        • website:  www.CorelDRAW.com
        • CorelDRAW general overview video
          • WCCUSD FabLab How-to Guides:
            • How to import an image
            • How to rotate an object
            • How to save to Google Drive
            • How to search for an image
            • How to set up Vinyl Cutter
            • How to trace an image
            • How to create shapes

        *All computers at the WCCUSD FabLab are outfitted with the CorelDRAW software.  However, you may also use other programs such as Adobe Illustrator, or Inkscape (a free web download shown below).

        Inkscape (free web download)

        • website:  www.Inkscape.org
        • tutorial video modules 

         

        Adobe Illustrator (Licensed through District)

        • website : https://www.adobe.com
        • tutorial : basic & advanced

         

        Additional Resources:

        Epilog Laser Cutter

        • website:  www.epiloglaser.com
        • overview video tutorial

         

        Thingiverse.com - An online repository of 3D objects that can be downloaded and built by 3d printers.

        Instructables.com - A DYI site where you can learn how to make anything. Easy to follow step-by-step instructions, online classes, and a vibrant maker community.

        Grabcad.com - One of the largest online repositories of CAD files. A robust community of professional designers, engineers, manufacturers, and student contributors.

         

         

        Are you a teacher or district staff and need something fabricated?? Please contact Alex Fleming to get your project started 

         

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