Introduction

Welcome to Beginning Google SketchUp for 3D Printing. I'm pleased that you chose this book as a companion to guide you in your 3D printing and SketchUp modeling adventures. Whether you're an experienced pro or a seasoned 3D designer, hobbyist, craftsperson, or artist who is new to Google SketchUp and Shapeways, you will find valuable information and step-by-step instructions to help you develop your SketchUp expertise for 3D printing.

The book is divided into three sections. If you are a Google SketchUp and Shapeways beginner, I recommend you start with a close reading of Part I, because it lays out some of the basics of modeling in SketchUp and 3D printing in Shapeways. Those of you who are intermediate to advanced users can skim ...

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