alt Hacker NewsNeat example of the strengths and weaknesses of vibe coding… But if anyone here is looking for a solid browser-based parametric CAD solution, [onshape](https://www.onshape.com) is the best there is. It’s missing a few tools that more complex alternatives have but if all you need is something easy to learn so you can make things to 3d print it’s a good choice
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ecto • yesterday at 11:23 PM
this is free and open source :) also runs directly in your browser / offline. onshore requires an account and internet connection because it streams to your browser
Onshape is indeed fantastic for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Their licensing model is reminiscent of early Github days in that you can use all available modeling features free of charge, but must pay for a private repo. Otherwise, all user generated content is publicly available.