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:'''[[VCarve Tips]]''' — for makers designing for CNC (Computer Numerical Control) | :'''[[VCarve Tips]]''' — for makers designing for CNC (Computer Numerical Control) | ||
| − | + | === Free and open-source software (FOSS) used at PPM === | |
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:'''[[MediaWiki Tips|Blender Tips]]''' — create 3D models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, AR and VR models | :'''[[MediaWiki Tips|Blender Tips]]''' — create 3D models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, AR and VR models | ||
:'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' — multi-platform vector graphics software application | :'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' — multi-platform vector graphics software application | ||
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:'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' — multi-platform editor used by programmers of all levels | :'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' — multi-platform editor used by programmers of all levels | ||
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:'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]''' — parametric CAD, electrical drawings, simulation, rendering and CAM | :'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]''' — parametric CAD, electrical drawings, simulation, rendering and CAM | ||
:'''[[Cutting Master 3 Tips]]''' — send files to a vinyl cutter | :'''[[Cutting Master 3 Tips]]''' — send files to a vinyl cutter | ||
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:'''[[Mach4 Tips]]''' — send G-code to a CNC router table | :'''[[Mach4 Tips]]''' — send G-code to a CNC router table | ||
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:'''''Consistency benefits both users and developers:''''' | :'''''Consistency benefits both users and developers:''''' | ||
::'''[[wikipedia:Human_interface_guidelines|Human interface guidelines]]''' — on Wikipedia | ::'''[[wikipedia:Human_interface_guidelines|Human interface guidelines]]''' — on Wikipedia | ||
Revision as of 21:05, 26 January 2025
Learn about the software that we have installed for all Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members.
Use of software installed on PPM computers does not require any additional required training (Level 1).
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Commercial (licensed) software used at PPM
- Adobe Creative Cloud desktop applications (alphabetical order):
- Adobe After Effects Tips — animate both still images and illustrations
- Adobe Bridge Tips — view and manage files
- Adobe Dreamweaver Tips — build sites for any browser or device
- Adobe Illustrator Tips — draw vector graphics
- Adobe InDesign Tips — create page layouts
- Adobe Lightroom Tips — edit graphics and photos
- Adobe Photoshop Tips — edit raster graphics and photos
- Adobe Premiere Tips — create videos
- Canva Tips — online graphic design software
- CorelDRAW X6 Tips — create and print vector graphics
- LightBurn Tips — create artwork then control your laser cutter settings
- VCarve Tips — for makers designing for CNC (Computer Numerical Control)
Free and open-source software (FOSS) used at PPM
- Blender Tips — create 3D models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, AR and VR models
- Inkscape Tips — multi-platform vector graphics software application
- MediaWiki Tips — edit and publish wiki pages
- PrusaSlicer Tips — prepare ("slice") 3D models for FDM (filament) printers
- Sonic Pi Tips — code-based music creation and live performance tool
- Visual Studio Code Tips — multi-platform editor used by programmers of all levels
Other software used at PPM
- Autodesk Fusion Tips — parametric CAD, electrical drawings, simulation, rendering and CAM
- Cutting Master 3 Tips — send files to a vinyl cutter
- Lychee Slicer Tips — prepare ("slice") 3D models for SLA (resin) printers
- Mach4 Tips — send G-code to a CNC router table
Hand-Curated Links=====Interface Guidelines=
- Consistency benefits both users and developers:
- Human interface guidelines — on Wikipedia
- Jakob's Law of User Experience — Jakob Nielson on Wikipedia
- Adobe
- Spectrum, Adobe's design system — Principles / Resources / Implementations
- Android
- Develop for Android — code samples, guides, and API reference
- Apple
- Apple Human Interface Guidelines — all 6 platforms
- Designing for visionOS — Apple.com
- Microsoft
- Surface devices documentation — Get started
- Microsoft Fluent Design System — on Wikipedia
Additional Help
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
- Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
- List of all PPM Slack channels
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.