Hi all,
This is my first post, so I guess it's an introduction of sorts? ;)
Just found the ShopBot forum. It's a really cool forum.
I'm interested in learning about CNC. Perusing the threads I haven't seen a 'Start here' or 'Beginners' forum.
I searched 'program' thinking I might find a place to start learning about programming a computer to run a CNC.
Is there a "beginner's" thread?
Sounds like you all are really experienced, but where did you begin?
The local library has a "Maker" department. It's kind of like a 'learning pod' for patrons to program and run the machines. They're meeting a need in the community. They have 3D printers, laser printer/cutters AND a ShopBot Model DT2418 for use by the general public. They're only cutting wood and plastics (no metal) on the DT2418.
I'd like to program a simple cutout, a square, a circle stuff like that to get the hang of thinking x,y,z. That seems to be the logical thing to start out on.
To use their equipment one has to be 'badged', or approved. They're way behind - almost 2 mos out! I figured I'd get a jump on learning so I can hit the ground running when they 'fit me in'...
What do you recommend?
Thank you,
Ron