CadQuery is an open-source Python library for building 3D CAD models
https://cadquery.github.io/Article
- Python-based parametric 3D CAD library, alternative to OpenSCAD
- Uses fluent/chained API to describe solid geometry programmatically
- Open-source, scriptable, good for precise engineering parts
Discussion
- Compared to OpenSCAD: main differentiator is Python syntax vs. OpenSCAD DSL
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