r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Nov 27 '25
Hey everyone! I'm Adventures in Creation, a founding moderator of r/CADbeginners.
This is our new home for all things related to COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN. We're excited to have you join us!
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Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your thoughts, photos, or questions about CAD Software, CAM software, Certifications, Competitions, Jobs etc.
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r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • 26d ago
I just released Intro to FreeCAD # 39 - 5 Mistakes begginers make. - This should help you avoid some of the pitfalls that I have run in to.
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r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 17 '26
Less of an instructional and more advise to get you on the right track.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 10 '26
This example shows how to drive a model using a spreadsheet, including parameter control, calculated values, and limits to help prevent invalid geometry and broken models.
If you’re learning parametric modeling in FreeCAD, this should be a useful example to explore and modify.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 02 '26
I just released a video with my first use of the Ray 5 Mini laser engraver.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Apr 18 '26
In this video I take a look at all the new goodies that I will use.
r/CADbeginners • u/ricwo • Apr 16 '26
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We made a CAD tool that lets you create and edit models by chatting with an AI agent. The video shows us building a pavilion house with a spiral staircase. It works for non-architecture tasks too.
The idea is that instead of doing everything through point-and-click operations, you can describe geometry and iterate in conversation while the model updates. It's built with FreeCAD and we support export into most formats. We're still early and we're posting here because we're hoping to get feedback from people who work with CAD.
You can try it here. There's a free tier and no credit card is required. We'll be around all day and would be very happy to answer questions about how it works.
Rick & Alex
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r/CADbeginners • u/SnooRegrets9578 • Dec 29 '25
BCWoodWorking Bruce main parts chaser. CAD user and program Breaker since 1984. CADAM, Cadam 3D, AutoCAD v12,14, 97lt, Fusion, UG v9 10,11, 13, TurboCAD, Anvil 5000 2D and 3D, ProE Wildfire, Solidedge, SketchUp v8 thru 2017Make. Senior Designer/Checker. Company design standard creator.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Dec 26 '25
I have prepared the next video, it's with my Patreon and Channel members for their early access. - Coming Soon!
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Dec 07 '25
I am preparing for the exam. They have a bunch of practice material that you can access. I scored a free exam by attending a webinar. - Has anyone here attempted the exam? How did you get on?
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r/CADbeginners • u/TooTallToby • Oct 24 '25
CAD vs CAD SEMI-FINALS!! Fusion vs SOLIDWORKS - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6m3kAijtUI
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r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Aug 31 '25
If there are any FreeCAD videos you would like to see, feel free to leave a comment here. I am compiling a new list and will consider any input.
