Also, questions come in series, the first of each series is the msot important one and the follow ups are mild adjustments. Divide your time wisely. The first ones, required more time and the follow ups, less
after seing these cloud solution, should we get worried that eventually they will stop making the standard desktop versions and move everything to the cloud ?
Bro, How many years have you been in this field? Do you have sw certification... Being a mechanical student, will studying solid works be beneficial....
I'd appreciate if you went into a little more detail about maintaining some of the documentation that goes along with the design? I know variables should be self explanatory but there has to be something better then a text file or something similar that is in the same directory.
Certainly! While variables can be helpful for documenting design information within the CAD model itself, there are a few additional tools and practices that can help with maintaining documentation alongside the design. Drawing Sheets: Creating detailed drawings with all of the necessary dimensions, notes, and specifications is a great way to document the design. These can be saved as separate files or stored within the same file as the CAD model. Product Data Management (PDM) Software: PDM software can be used to manage all of the files associated with a project, including CAD files, drawings, and any other related documents. This software can help with version control, collaboration, and organization of files. File Naming Conventions: Establishing a consistent file naming convention can help with quickly identifying files and understanding the content. This convention can include information such as the project name, part name, revision number, and date. Change Management Process: Establishing a clear process for managing changes to the design can help with maintaining documentation. This process can include creating a change request form, documenting the change in detail, and obtaining approval before implementing the change. By combining these tools and practices, it is possible to maintain detailed documentation alongside the CAD design, making it easier to understand and modify the design in the future.
@@with-Aryan Thank you that gets me some keywords to start searching on. This is obviously enterprise level with BOM etc. I'm thinking for school projects and the like at the beginner level. Some of that is to help them see "Where they came from." This helps them build confidence. Which is why I use screenshots and a "online notebook" in my case for my own art projects. The other reason is to show the teacher the iterative design process, help them where they are stuck, and help reduce the number of students who pay other people to do their projects for them.
@@with-Aryan You forgot Onshape - they only ones with a native cloud based design platform that has always had the branch iteration feature. It is native, no need to pay for a separate platform. I've been using SolidWorks for 15 years, but Onshape did this first and better IMO.
