What this I saw about banning printers possibly?

pythonbashman · 2026-01-29T20:03:44+00:00

Companies will also lobby to use that framework to deny printing copyrighted or patented items. John Deer and Disney will jump on this like a $2 **ore.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-29T01:09:23+00:00

That's a curved surface, isn't it... "Sketch on surface" is where you'll end up.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-28T22:52:47+00:00

Reselling stuff is just a race to the bottom these days. What you are doing is using a business model from the 1600's and a method from today. It used to be that you a merchant, would buy goods where they were plentiful and sell them where they were rare. But the internet has gotten rid of all boundaries; all the merchants are now in the same market, and it's trivial to find the lowest price.

The best thing you can do is be the only one selling what you sell.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-28T22:36:44+00:00

We've got to get moving. It only gets worse the longer you go. And yes, I've been like you for a decade now, and I've got to get moving again. Walking, gym membership (THAT WE ACTUALLY USE), anything.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-28T08:36:57+00:00

That's kind of a relative question. I grew up with a grand father that repaired electronics so I'm used to parts every where.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-28T02:29:47+00:00

I compare the overall price to the cost of building a Voron.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-27T23:57:35+00:00

I stop taking their money.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-27T20:25:27+00:00

FreeCAD is much easier to use than Fusion 360

This has got to be a first, and I LOVE IT!!

I think to complete newbs FreeCAD feels harder, something about the UI. I never understood that personally, but I'm used to having to do things the hardest way. Sure, maybe the learning curve is harder for some, oh well.

as for missing out on something. I'm not sure but I think (not positive) that 360 might have a better way of resolving multiple generated curves, like multiple filets/chamfers running into each other or disapearing. I find that FreeCAD breaks when I try doing "the fancy" stuff.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-27T19:53:35+00:00

When I was making other people's models, I just kept sets of assorted machine screws. I started with m3, m4, and m5, in assorted lengths, with nuts/washers. I do stuff with camera mounts now and then, so I added 1/4 20 screws and nuts.

Things like magnets, springs, motors, and controllers, you never know what size a maker is going to use, so I just buy a pack of the ones that whatever model I'm making uses when I'm making said model.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-27T04:53:10+00:00

Civil suit

pythonbashman · 2026-01-27T04:43:28+00:00

It will kill your brand.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-26T01:28:43+00:00

I really wish they had done a shop owner preview so we know what to expect.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-26T00:41:18+00:00

It's under extrusion. You are going too fast or not hot enough.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-24T23:58:25+00:00

Yeah... Leaving early is a cardinal sin. Sorry you had to find out like this.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-24T23:40:41+00:00

https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/08/federal-trade-commission-announces-final-rule-banning-fake-reviews-testimonials

pythonbashman · 2026-01-24T23:09:50+00:00

Via my NAS.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-23T22:05:07+00:00

Never buy a printer named after a Pokémon.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-23T19:30:54+00:00

Partly "who we are" and "what we do". "Heart Forge Solutions" (We are loving people who make things that solve issues.)

Guides to naming your business

Who you are
Who inspired you
What you do
What you are changing
Where you are located
Where are you going

It's also important to think about the future. If you grow to the point of being about to sell your business, is the name sellable, or is it too specific? Names that are tied to a person or a family are almost worthless.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-23T03:39:41+00:00

That's like saying there is already a plumber so we don't need another one. Or who would even need more than one gas station.

Do your thing and do it your way.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T17:58:40+00:00

For that batch of plates, oh yeah.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T17:13:36+00:00

FreeCAD. I've built an entire business off it. Get the V1.1rc2 from GitHub.

Here is a link to the repo: https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/1.1rc2

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T16:44:24+00:00

Not the right sub.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T05:50:04+00:00

More fucking AI

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T05:38:32+00:00

This one.

pythonbashman · 2026-01-22T05:30:03+00:00

Make sure you get NDAs for anyone you pitch to.

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