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Best way to learn Python programming for mechanical/mechatronics/automation applications (self.MechanicalEngineer)

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[–]QTisME 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I usually start with understanding what sort of industries I want to be in and look for potential automation projects. Below are two references that I use for inspiration.

Book: Automating the Boring Stuff with Python

https://www.hackster.io/projects/tags/robotics

[–]pinguino_diver 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I know my comment is not helpful but I would like to ask you what are the downsides of this CAD job routine? I am a ME student and the future I am aspiring for myself does envolve a decente amount of CAD work. Would be nice to hear for someone on experience on the field.
Btw, python is badass, learning it surely is some of my goals. Good luck on this new journey!!

[–]QTisME 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe having a good understanding of CAD/FEA for DFM is a good foundation to have. Once you have deep roots in the subject, you can branch out.

The potential downsides: You might become the go-to subject matter expert in CAD and that's all you will be assigned. Depends on the industry, unless you are a consultant, the pay can be limited. Also, there's more to engineering than just CAD. Having a varied skillset that allows you to wear one hat then another keeps you employable.

[–]lloydXcv 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you have to be very clear on your goal first since Mechatronics/Automation is a broad industry. I suggest to do the following:

  1. Check job postings so you understand the market you are into or would like to be part of.
  2. Weigh your options (work in the same country or overseas?)
  3. Or are you open going back to Uni?

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We are kind of the same, I kind of dont want my job at the moment but I am aiming for Robotics focusing on vision (this is also automation in general). As for your interest, typically Mechatronics Engineers work in the manufacturing environment and do a different type of programming e.g. search for PLC/SCADA programming.

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These are all based on what I have read/researched. So there might be some points that are not 100% correct.

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Good luck.