diff --git a/Readme.md b/Readme.md index c121c24..a39c218 100644 --- a/Readme.md +++ b/Readme.md @@ -1,140 +1,140 @@ ---- -gitea: none -include_toc: true ---- - -# 3D Fuel 3D Printing Monthly Meetup - -Welcome to the official repository for our monthly 3D printing meetup! This community-driven event brings together 3D printing enthusiasts, makers, and innovators to share knowledge, showcase projects, and explore the latest in additive manufacturing technology. - -## Table of Contents - -- [Itinerary](#itinerary) -- [Monthly Challenges](#monthly-challenges) -- [HueForge Integration](#hueforge-integration) -- [Community Planning](#community-planning) -- [About Our Meetup](#about-our-meetup) -- [Community Engagement](#community-engagement) -- [Getting Involved](#getting-involved) -- [Join the Discord](https://discord.gg/BSJbsj6m) -- [Feedback](mailto:feedback@fargo3d.com) - -### [Itinerary](./itinerary.md) - -Complete meeting format and timeline for our monthly gatherings. Includes: - -- **6:00-8:00 PM meeting structure** -- Industry news updates with John -- Show & tell sessions with challenge judging -- Featured presentations and workshops -- Meeting guidelines and etiquette - -## Monthly Challenges - -### [Current Challenges](./challenges.md) - -Monthly design challenges and competitions. Currently featuring: - -- **Active (Dec)**: "Bring Your Test Models" - Calibration print showcase (Judging Jan 2026) -- **Upcoming (Jan)**: [TBD] -- Challenge rules, judging criteria, and submission guidelines -- Prize structures and recognition programs -- Tips for achieving the best results - -## HueForge Integration - -### [3D Fuel Filament Library](./HueForge/) - -Enhance your HueForge projects with our comprehensive 3D Fuel filament library! This community resource includes: - -- **127+ filament specifications** with accurate color and transmissivity data -- **Complete material range** including PLA+, PCTG, transparents, and metallics -- **Easy installation** with step-by-step instructions -- **Community-tested** filament profiles for optimal results -- **Perfect for lithophanes**, multi-color prints, and transparency projects - -Download the library and follow the installation guide to add professional-grade 3D Fuel filament data to your HueForge workflow. - -## Community Planning - -### [Ideas & Planning](./ideas.md) - -Creative concepts and future planning for meetup activities: - -- Competition format development ("Sliced" design challenge concept) -- Community outreach and school partnerships -- Event structure improvements -- Monthly challenge selection processes - -## About Our Meetup - -### What We Do - -- **Industry Updates**: Stay current with the latest 3D printing technology and trends -- **Community Showcases**: Share your latest prints, techniques, and innovations -- **Monthly Challenges**: Participate in themed design competitions -- **Educational Content**: Learn from featured presentations and workshops -- **Networking**: Connect with local makers and 3D printing enthusiasts - -### Meeting Format - -Our meetings follow a structured 2-hour format designed to maximize learning and community engagement: - -1. **Social Time**: Welcome and networking -2. **Industry News**: Updates from John on 3D Fuel and industry trends -3. **Show & Tell**: Project presentations and challenge judging -4. **Featured Presentation**: In-depth technical content -5. **Closing Discussion**: Wrap-up and informal conversation - -### Monthly Challenges - -We host themed design challenges that encourage creativity and skill development: - -- **Transparent Printing**: Testing clarity with 3D Fuel "Clearly Natural" filaments -- **Technical Challenges**: Exploring specific printing techniques or materials -- **Community Judging**: Group evaluation during show & tell sessions -- **Recognition**: Prizes and social media features for winners - -## Community Engagement - -### Participation - -- **Open to All**: Beginners and experts welcome -- **Bring Your Prints**: Share your latest creations during show & tell -- **Ask Questions**: Interactive Q&A sessions throughout the meeting -- **Submit Challenges**: Contribute ideas for future monthly challenges - -### Partnerships - -- **Local Schools**: Outreach to robotics teams and STEM programs -- **Discord Integration**: Online community voting and discussions -- **Social Media**: Documentation and sharing of member achievements - -## Getting Involved - -### How to Participate - -1. **Attend Meetings**: Join us monthly from 6:00-8:00 PM -2. **Bring Projects**: Share your prints during show & tell -3. **Enter Challenges**: Submit entries for monthly competitions -4. **Contribute Ideas**: Help shape future meetup activities - -### Stay Connected - -- Check this repository for updates and new challenges -- Follow challenge submission deadlines -- Participate in community discussions and voting - -## 📚 Document Navigation - -| Document | Purpose | Key Information | -|----------|---------|-----------------| -| [itinerary.md](./itinerary.md) | Meeting structure and timing | 6PM-8PM format, segment details | -| [challenges.md](./challenges.md) | Monthly competitions | Rules, prizes, submission guidelines | -| [ideas.md](./ideas.md) | Future planning and concepts | Community outreach, format improvements | - ---- - -**Next Meeting**: Check the schedule for upcoming meeting details and featured presentations. - -**Current Challenge**: Visit [challenges.md](./challenges.md) for the latest monthly challenge information and submission requirements. +--- +gitea: none +include_toc: true +--- + +# 3D Fuel 3D Printing Monthly Meetup + +Welcome to the official repository for our monthly 3D printing meetup! This community-driven event brings together 3D printing enthusiasts, makers, and innovators to share knowledge, showcase projects, and explore the latest in additive manufacturing technology. + +## Table of Contents + +- [Itinerary](#itinerary) +- [Monthly Challenges](#monthly-challenges) +- [HueForge Integration](#hueforge-integration) +- [Community Planning](#community-planning) +- [About Our Meetup](#about-our-meetup) +- [Community Engagement](#community-engagement) +- [Getting Involved](#getting-involved) +- [Join the Discord](https://discord.gg/BSJbsj6m) +- [Feedback](mailto:feedback@fargo3d.com) + +### [Itinerary](./itinerary.md) + +Complete meeting format and timeline for our monthly gatherings. Includes: + +- **6:00-8:00 PM meeting structure** +- Industry news updates with John +- Show & tell sessions with challenge judging +- Featured presentations and workshops +- Meeting guidelines and etiquette + +## Monthly Challenges + +### [Current Challenges](./challenges.md) + +Monthly design challenges and competitions. Currently featuring: + +- **Active (Feb)**: "Bring Your Best" - Favorite or proudest print showcase (Judging Mar 2026) +- **Upcoming (Mar)**: "Bring an Experiment" - Try something new/crazy/wild (Judging Apr 2026) +- Challenge rules, judging criteria, and submission guidelines +- Prize structures and recognition programs +- Tips for achieving the best results + +## HueForge Integration + +### [3D Fuel Filament Library](./HueForge/) + +Enhance your HueForge projects with our comprehensive 3D Fuel filament library! This community resource includes: + +- **127+ filament specifications** with accurate color and transmissivity data +- **Complete material range** including PLA+, PCTG, transparents, and metallics +- **Easy installation** with step-by-step instructions +- **Community-tested** filament profiles for optimal results +- **Perfect for lithophanes**, multi-color prints, and transparency projects + +Download the library and follow the installation guide to add professional-grade 3D Fuel filament data to your HueForge workflow. + +## Community Planning + +### [Ideas & Planning](./ideas.md) + +Creative concepts and future planning for meetup activities: + +- Competition format development ("Sliced" design challenge concept) +- Community outreach and school partnerships +- Event structure improvements +- Monthly challenge selection processes + +## About Our Meetup + +### What We Do + +- **Industry Updates**: Stay current with the latest 3D printing technology and trends +- **Community Showcases**: Share your latest prints, techniques, and innovations +- **Monthly Challenges**: Participate in themed design competitions +- **Educational Content**: Learn from featured presentations and workshops +- **Networking**: Connect with local makers and 3D printing enthusiasts + +### Meeting Format + +Our meetings follow a structured 2-hour format designed to maximize learning and community engagement: + +1. **Social Time**: Welcome and networking +2. **Industry News**: Updates from John on 3D Fuel and industry trends +3. **Show & Tell**: Project presentations and challenge judging +4. **Featured Presentation**: In-depth technical content +5. **Closing Discussion**: Wrap-up and informal conversation + +### Monthly Challenges + +We host themed design challenges that encourage creativity and skill development: + +- **Transparent Printing**: Testing clarity with 3D Fuel "Clearly Natural" filaments +- **Technical Challenges**: Exploring specific printing techniques or materials +- **Community Judging**: Group evaluation during show & tell sessions +- **Recognition**: Prizes and social media features for winners + +## Community Engagement + +### Participation + +- **Open to All**: Beginners and experts welcome +- **Bring Your Prints**: Share your latest creations during show & tell +- **Ask Questions**: Interactive Q&A sessions throughout the meeting +- **Submit Challenges**: Contribute ideas for future monthly challenges + +### Partnerships + +- **Local Schools**: Outreach to robotics teams and STEM programs +- **Discord Integration**: Online community voting and discussions +- **Social Media**: Documentation and sharing of member achievements + +## Getting Involved + +### How to Participate + +1. **Attend Meetings**: Join us monthly from 6:00-8:00 PM +2. **Bring Projects**: Share your prints during show & tell +3. **Enter Challenges**: Submit entries for monthly competitions +4. **Contribute Ideas**: Help shape future meetup activities + +### Stay Connected + +- Check this repository for updates and new challenges +- Follow challenge submission deadlines +- Participate in community discussions and voting + +## 📚 Document Navigation + +| Document | Purpose | Key Information | +|----------|---------|-----------------| +| [itinerary.md](./itinerary.md) | Meeting structure and timing | 6PM-8PM format, segment details | +| [challenges.md](./challenges.md) | Monthly competitions | Rules, prizes, submission guidelines | +| [ideas.md](./ideas.md) | Future planning and concepts | Community outreach, format improvements | + +--- + +**Next Meeting**: Check the schedule for upcoming meeting details and featured presentations. + +**Current Challenge**: Visit [challenges.md](./challenges.md) for the latest monthly challenge information and submission requirements. diff --git a/challenges.md b/challenges.md index 08e1b6a..133c8b5 100644 --- a/challenges.md +++ b/challenges.md @@ -1,96 +1,96 @@ ---- -gitea: none -include_toc: true ---- - -# 3D Print Meetup Challenges - -Welcome to our monthly 3D printing challenges! Each month features a unique theme designed to test different aspects of 3D printing skills, from material handling to design innovation. - -## Active Challenge - -### December 2025: "Bring Your Test Models" - -**Theme**: Sharing and comparing printer calibration and test models. - -**Key Details**: - -- **Model**: Your favorite test/calibration print (Benchy, Cube, Torture Test, etc.) -- **Goal**: Share why you use it and what it helps you tune -- **Voting**: Group vote for "Best Test Model" (Usefulness, Uniqueness, Coolness) - -**[View Full Challenge Details](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/wiki/Current-Challenge)** - -## Upcoming Challenge - -### January 2026: "[Challenge Name TBD]" - -**Status**: Planning in progress - -**Expected Timeline**: - -- **Announcement**: January meeting (January 2026) -- **Submission Period**: February 2026 -- **Judging**: February 2026 - -**[View Challenge Placeholder](./challenges/November-2025/readme.md)** - -## Challenge Archive - -### 2025 Challenges - -| Month | Challenge Name | Theme | Status | -|-------|---------------|-------|--------| -| October | "Is it Glass or Clearly Natural?" | Transparency & Clarity | **Active** | -| November | [TBD] | [TBD] | Planning | -| December | [TBD] | [TBD] | Future | - -## How Challenges Work - -### Challenge Structure - -Each monthly challenge includes: - -- **Specific theme** focusing on different 3D printing aspects -- **Clear requirements** for models, materials, and techniques -- **Multiple award categories** for different achievements -- **Community judging** during show & tell sessions -- **Documentation sharing** for learning and improvement - -### Participation - -- **Open to all skill levels** - beginners to experts welcome -- **Bring your submission** to the monthly meetup -- **Share your process** - settings, techniques, and lessons learned -- **Vote on favorites** during community judging -- **Learn from others** through shared experiences - -### Awards & Recognition - -Each challenge features multiple ways to win: - -- **Technical excellence** awards for best execution -- **Innovation** awards for creative approaches -- **People's choice** awards from community voting -- **Category-specific** awards based on challenge theme -- **Social media features** for all participants - -## Challenge Development - -### Suggesting Challenges - -Community members can suggest future challenge themes: - -- **Submit ideas** during meetup discussions -- **Discord voting** on proposed themes -- **School partnership** input for educational value -- **Skill development** focus areas - -### Challenge Template - -For organizers developing new challenges, see our **[Challenge Template](./challenges/readme.md)** which provides the standard structure and guidelines for creating engaging monthly competitions. - ---- - -**Current Focus**: Join us for the October transparency challenge and help shape November's theme! - +--- +gitea: none +include_toc: true +--- + +# 3D Print Meetup Challenges + +Welcome to our monthly 3D printing challenges! Each month features a unique theme designed to test different aspects of 3D printing skills, from material handling to design innovation. + +## Active Challenge + +### February 2026: "Bring Your Best" + +**Theme**: What you can do! Bring your best work, favorite model, or proudest print. + +**Key Details**: + +- **Model**: Your absolute favorite model or project +- **Goal**: Share the "Why" behind the print, the challenges overcome, and what makes it special. +- **Voting**: Group vote for favorite entry + +**[View Full Challenge Details](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/wiki/Current-Challenge)** + +## Upcoming Challenge + +### March 2026: "Bring an Experiment" + +**Status**: Announced in March 2026 + +**Expected Timeline**: + +- **Announcement**: March meeting (March 2026) +- **Submission Period**: April 2026 +- **Judging**: April 2026 + +**[View Challenge Placeholder](./challenges/March-2026/readme.md)** + +## Challenge Archive + +### 2025 Challenges + +| Month | Challenge Name | Theme | Status | +|-------|---------------|-------|--------| +| October | "Is it Glass or Clearly Natural?" | Transparency & Clarity | **Active** | +| November | [TBD] | [TBD] | Planning | +| December | [TBD] | [TBD] | Future | + +## How Challenges Work + +### Challenge Structure + +Each monthly challenge includes: + +- **Specific theme** focusing on different 3D printing aspects +- **Clear requirements** for models, materials, and techniques +- **Multiple award categories** for different achievements +- **Community judging** during show & tell sessions +- **Documentation sharing** for learning and improvement + +### Participation + +- **Open to all skill levels** - beginners to experts welcome +- **Bring your submission** to the monthly meetup +- **Share your process** - settings, techniques, and lessons learned +- **Vote on favorites** during community judging +- **Learn from others** through shared experiences + +### Awards & Recognition + +Each challenge features multiple ways to win: + +- **Technical excellence** awards for best execution +- **Innovation** awards for creative approaches +- **People's choice** awards from community voting +- **Category-specific** awards based on challenge theme +- **Social media features** for all participants + +## Challenge Development + +### Suggesting Challenges + +Community members can suggest future challenge themes: + +- **Submit ideas** during meetup discussions +- **Discord voting** on proposed themes +- **School partnership** input for educational value +- **Skill development** focus areas + +### Challenge Template + +For organizers developing new challenges, see our **[Challenge Template](./challenges/readme.md)** which provides the standard structure and guidelines for creating engaging monthly competitions. + +--- + +**Current Focus**: Join us for the October transparency challenge and help shape November's theme! + diff --git a/challenges/March-2026/readme.md b/challenges/March-2026/readme.md index 0dcc0e5..3290e50 100644 --- a/challenges/March-2026/readme.md +++ b/challenges/March-2026/readme.md @@ -1,20 +1,41 @@ -# Challenge: March 2026 - Bring Your Best +--- +gitea: none +tags: + - challenge + - challenge-006 +--- +[← Back to Home Page](Home) -## Challenge Description +# Upcoming Challenge: Bring an Experiment -**"Bring your Best, Favorite or print you are most proud of"** +## Challenge: Bring an Experiment -We want to encourage the **story** behind the print. It's not just about print quality, but what the print means to you, the hurdles you overcame, or why it's your favorite. +For this month, we challenge you to try something new, crazy, or wild! Bring in an experiment. It can be anything from simple cubes to complex prints. The goal is simply to push boundaries and try something you haven't done before. -## Prize +### The Focus: The Process -Verified Winner gets a **free spool of filament**! +We want to hear about what you tried. Be prepared to share: -## Judging +* What was your experiment? +* Why did you try it? +* Did it work, or did it fail? (Failing is completely fine, it's about trying something new!) -Voting will be done by the group attendees at the March meetup. +### Submission Requirements -## Timeline +* **Physical Model**: Bring your experimental print to the **April** meetup. +* **The Story**: Be ready to tell the group about your process and what you were testing. -* **Announced**: February Meetup -* **Due**: March Meetup +### Judging & Prize + +* **Voting**: The group will vote on their favorite experimental attempt. +* **Prize**: The winner will receive a **free spool of filament**! + +### Timeline + +* **Challenge Announcement**: March 2026 (at March meetup) +* **Show & Tell / Voting**: April 2026 (during April meetup) +* **Winner Announcement**: April 2026 (end of April meetup) + +--- + +**This challenge will become active in March 2026** diff --git a/wiki-fargo3d b/wiki-fargo3d index b516bec..8f924b3 160000 --- a/wiki-fargo3d +++ b/wiki-fargo3d @@ -1 +1 @@ -Subproject commit b516beca2b23b963561058b866ab7dd3408012a5 +Subproject commit 8f924b30826685ff8972c9531e5e5c16228ed12d