Designing with Inkscape for laser cutters and CNC machines

This is a course on how to use Inkscape for laser cutters and CNC machines

Instructor: Andrew Deelstra

Inkscape is a PC program that is often used for laser cutter projects and would also be useful for CNC projects. Here are topics that will likely be covered:

• Objects, paths, and text
• Node editing
• Fill and stroke settings
• Grouping, alignment, layout
• Boolean operations
• Miscellaneous setup/preferences
• LightBurn integration/workflow (assuming most people will also use Inkscape for laser cutting. I have yet to use the CNC software so I’m not sure how that will work)

The class is free. In lieu of a class fee, participants are encouraged to treat the instructor with a snack, beer, or drink.

What to bring:

• computer with a mouse. There are 2 windows PCs in the classroom that could be used, but they are located in the corners which are not ideal situated for viewing the TV.
• warm clothes, including a toque.  Makerspace is unheated.