Hey you! How would you like some top-secret information on increasing SolidWorks performance? I knew you would, and I’m going to point you towards the people that know. AMD and ConnectPress bring to you Allen Bourgoyne, a graphics industry veteran, who will present tips and tricks on getting more out of SolidWorks. Where is this …
Category Archive: Software Review
Jun
30
In the mood for a challenge?
Well, are ya? If so, I’ve got just the thing for you! Desktop Engineering is looking for designers, inventors, products or companies who are creating products that will impact our lives now and in the future. You can go to DE’s site here, or check out the press release: DESKTOP ENGINEERING® CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR …
May
26
CADFind…ing what you can’t
CADFind, created by Applied Search Technology Ltd, is a recent addition to the SolidWorks’ Solution Partner family and a winner of Desktop Engineering’s 2009 Reader’s Choice Award. What makes CADFind so cool is that it not only will search through your 3D data, but your 2D data as well. Let’s say you need model of …
Apr
20
A round of applause (and drinks) to Fisher/Unitech
I’ve mentioned Fisher/Unitech’s “No Engineer Left Behind” program a couple of times in posts about the SolidWorks Stimulus Plan. However, these guys need to be recongnized as what I think is the most customer-centric SolidWorks VAR. As mentioned in Desktop Engineering online, Fisher/Unitech is extending their program in conjuction with the SolidWorks Stimulus Program. I …
Mar
23
Quick ‘Heads Up’ to Shapeways users
Shapeways, the first online consumer co-creation community is proud to announce a great opportunity for all its community members as well as to anyone that is interested in doing 3D printing. One of the most important promises that Shapeways made when they first launched last year was to make 3D printing affordable to everyone. They’ve …
Mar
17
Like talking to yourself? Try Xpresso
Do you enjoy talking to yourself? Are you like me and find that it’s the only way to have an intelligent conversation? On top of all of that, do you use SolidWorks? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, Xpresso may just be your cup of tea. Xpresso…cup of tea. Ok, c’mon, that was a …
Mar
03
Stop The Presses! SolidProfessor inside of SolidWorks?
Once again, I’ve stumbled across something that caused me to come to a screeching halt and write a quick post. Check this out. This, in my opinion, is friggin’ cool: Do you see that? SolidProfessor right there in your Task Pane. Don’t know how to create an extruded cut? Type it into the search field …
Feb
28
SolidProfessor 2009 – So Easy a 15 year old gets it
As I mentioned a couple of weeks ago (see this post) the fine folks at SolidProfessor hooked me up with their 2009 suite.
Feb
23
Looking for some CAM software Training?
Surfware has just opened up a demo and training facility
Feb
21
Let’s talk about Vuuch
Vuuch (pronounced vooch), is a great new tool out there to make collaboration easier. I first heard of Vuuch through Chris Williams via Twitter (you do know what Twitter is, right?). I finally got to meet Chris, and the rest of the Vuuch team, at SolidWorks World 2009 and was immediately impressed with the passion …
About Jeff’s Tool Shed
While most of what I write about will be about SolidWorks, or its partner products, from time to time I have been know to go off on random rants.
Legal B.S.:
The thoughts, opinions and commentary posted herein are mine and mine only. I speak only for myself and no other persons or entities, real or imagined.
To satisfy FTC disclosure rules:
I am provided with non-commercially licensed software and hardware for review by companies, including Dassault Systemes. While reviewing said software and hardware, I am in contact with employees of the companies involved and, occasionally, asked for feedback. I am not compensated for any of this.
DS SolidWorks Corporation has paid for my travel, accommodations, and some meals, for various user group events including SolidWorks World.
Questions, comments or complaints can be posted in the 'comments' section of each post or you can email me directly.
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