Programming with OpenSCAD

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OpenSCAD is a free, open-source software that allows non-designers to create 3D designs using a text-based programming language. Its instant 3D visualization provides immediate feedback, making it an excellent choice for beginners. This book leverages OpenSCAD's visual appeal and user-friendliness to offer a STEAM-focused, project-based tutorial. It teaches the fundamentals of coding, 3D printing, and computational thinking while enhancing spatial reasoning through 3D design creation. Assuming no prior experience in programming or design, each chapter builds a foundational understanding of key concepts. You’ll begin by defining and displaying geometric primitives with text-based code, then advance to transformation operations such as rotating, reflecting, and scaling shapes. As projects grow in complexity, so will your programming skills, incorporating loops for object replication, if statements for design differentiation, and parameterized modules to organize scripts. Additionally, you’ll receive 3D printing tips to create tangible artifacts of your work, providing real-time feedback for corrections. The book also includes hands-on design exercises at the end of each chapter, allowing you to practice new concepts immediately after learning them.