Introducing PyForge — a platform for sharing PythonSCAD/OpenSCAD designs

[Matthieu Hendriks]

Hi everyone,

I would like to share something I have been working on that may be useful for people who create 3D models with PythonSCAD.

There are already many great platforms for sharing finished 3D models. PyForge is a little different: it focuses on the design process itself — sharing ideas, source code, and knowledge around how a model is created.

PyForge is a free, open platform for sharing PythonSCAD designs. The goal is to make it easy to learn from each other, improve designs together, and build on existing work.

With PyForge you can:

• Upload designs with PythonSCAD source files, 3MF files, images and tags
• Browse and search designs by keyword, tag or designer
• Share designs that are still in development and ask for feedback
• Leave comments, discuss improvements and exchange ideas
• Follow designs and receive notifications about updates or new comments

Browsing is free. A free account is required to upload designs or download source files.

The main idea behind PyForge is that a design is more than just a finished print. The source code, parameters and discussion around a model are what make it valuable. Instead of only sharing a final file, creators can share their approach and others can learn, adjust and improve it.

PythonSCAD makes it possible to create flexible, parametric designs. PyForge is built around that idea: designs are not only something to download, but something to explore and develop further.

Whether you have finished models, experiments, or ideas that are still evolving, PyForge is a place to share your work and get input from others.

The platform is still new (in Beta) and will hopefully grow together with the people who use it. I would really like to invite you to try it out, upload your own designs, join the discussions, and become part of building this community.

👉 PyForge

Looking forward to seeing what you create.

Matthieu Hendriks