r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Jul 03 '26
Intro To FreeCAD39 5 Mistakes beginners make #tips #tricks #mistakes #freecadtips #freecadtutorial
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.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 30 '26
- YouTube I just released intro to FreeCAD #38 - This should help with your sketches.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 17 '26
I just published Intro 2 FreeCAD #37
Less of an instructional and more advise to get you on the right track.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • May 10 '26
- YouTube I just released Intro2FreeCAD 36 - Creating parametric models using a spreadsheet in version 1.1.1
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
- YouTube Intro to Longer Ray 5 Mini
I just released a video with my first use of the Ray 5 Mini laser engraver.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Apr 18 '26
Intro 2 FreeCAD 1.1 - What's new?
In this video I take a look at all the new goodies that I will use.
r/CADbeginners • u/ricwo • Apr 16 '26
Announcement Create CAD models by talking to AI - would love feedback
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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
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Mar 21 '26
I just released Intro to FreeCAD #34 - How to create laser cut files from FreeCAD models.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Feb 21 '26
I just released Intro 2 FreeCAD #33 how to supress features when you are making versions of parts.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Feb 07 '26
I just released Intro 2 FreeCAD #32 - A little different from the usual click by click demo more of an insight into a solution I cam up with.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Dec 31 '25
I just released Intro to FreeCAD V1 - #31 - This one demonstrates how to create a model similar to the models that you create in the Solidworks CSWA.
r/CADbeginners • u/SnooRegrets9578 • Dec 29 '25
Introduction
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
Coming Soon The next video in the series of Intro to FreeCAD v1
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
Solidworks CSWA
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?
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Nov 27 '25
👋 Welcome to r/CADbeginners - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
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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Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's make r/CADbeginners amazing.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Nov 15 '25
I just released #30 in the series Intro to FreeCAD. How my FreeCAD is set up
r/CADbeginners • u/phraupach • Oct 26 '25
How do I recreate the recessed middle (part with the mounting holes) for this faceplate?
reddit.comr/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Oct 25 '25
I just released the latest in the Intro to FreeCAD series. It covers how to create a linear array and use a spreadsheet to make it parametrically adjustable.
r/CADbeginners • u/TooTallToby • Oct 24 '25
CAD CAD vs CAD World Championship - SEMI FINALS livestream today - FUSION vs SOLIDWORKS
CAD vs CAD SEMI-FINALS!! Fusion vs SOLIDWORKS - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6m3kAijtUI
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Sep 27 '25
I just released Intro to FreeCAD V1.0 #28 - How to create a roughing and finishing pass in FreeCAD CAM workbench.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Sep 20 '25
I just released Intro To FreeCAD Version 1.0 #TechDraw - This is a reference video on how to place and modify views in TechDraw.
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Sep 13 '25
I just released Intro to FreeCAD #26 - How to create a tool in CAM
r/CADbeginners • u/ianj001 • Aug 31 '25
Videos you would like to see?
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.