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Eric Spooner
5558945ace Update wiki submodule with desiccant link 2026-01-05 22:06:52 -06:00
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75a7972cf8 Update wiki submodule with Supporting Our Community page 2026-01-05 21:49:11 -06:00
Eric Spooner
191841f6d3 Remove emojis from Readme and update wiki submodule 2025-12-12 15:23:18 -06:00
Eric Spooner
43a50c246a Remove December meetup date warning from Readme and update wiki submodule 2025-12-12 15:22:41 -06:00
Eric Spooner
16abc74c6e Update challenges for December 2025 and add January 2026 placeholder 2025-12-11 07:50:16 -06:00
Eric Spooner
ee22c7b22a Update wiki submodule with latest challenge details 2025-12-11 07:47:07 -06:00
Eric Spooner
f1e70bac8f Update December 2025 announcement 2025-12-08 12:59:33 -06:00
Eric Spooner
288eff90ef Add December announcement and update challenge status 2025-12-08 12:54:54 -06:00
Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
1ea714a763 Add Challenge Lifecycle instructions 2025-12-02 17:04:54 -06:00
Eric Spooner
88ab3f0410 Update challenges.md and wiki submodule for December Challenge 2025-12-02 16:59:15 -06:00
Eric Spooner
c391e5853e Add content synchronization instructions 2025-12-02 14:10:47 -06:00
Eric Spooner
a12dd06e89 Add git retry instruction to copilot instructions 2025-12-02 06:51:53 -06:00
Eric Spooner
f481124217 Remove wiki-gitea submodule and disconnect ercomputersolutions remote 2025-12-02 06:50:03 -06:00
Eric Spooner
0a3a9fe8fb Merge branch 'master' of https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup 2025-12-02 06:23:26 -06:00
Eric Spooner
58b62c8644 Update copilot instructions and wiki-fargo3d submodule 2025-12-02 06:22:41 -06:00
Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
c300bd0ad8 Update copilot instructions with wiki tagging standards 2025-12-01 20:42:36 -06:00
Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
854b2ffe47 Update wiki submodules - add challenge tagging system 2025-11-18 19:14:32 -06:00
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
f4ed4f0746 Add Discord invite link to Table of Contents 2025-11-13 08:31:16 -06:00
Eric Spooner
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Eric Spooner
88d0fa0805 Update wiki submodules - November active, December upcoming 2025-11-13 06:40:29 -06:00
Eric Spooner
b75b3b1a2e Update for November: Remove date callout, update current challenge, add December template 2025-11-13 06:40:13 -06:00
Eric Spooner
f7cf807037 Update wiki submodules with print time tiebreaker 2025-10-31 08:13:32 -05:00
Eric Spooner
2fe6a13280 Add print time as tiebreaker for November challenge 2025-10-31 08:13:21 -05:00
Eric Spooner
dcf0c3d358 Update email subject to emphasize 3D Printing Meetup 2025-10-28 16:07:35 -05:00
Eric Spooner
aebbddec22 Add November 2025 meetup announcement with HueForge presentation and new challenge 2025-10-28 16:01:53 -05:00
Eric Spooner
5140126867 Move to .github/copilot-instructions.md with minimal prompt 2025-10-28 15:51:06 -05:00
Eric Spooner
d79cba562c Add AI instructions file and update wiki submodules with unicode fixes 2025-10-28 15:45:05 -05:00
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````instructions
# GitHub Copilot Instructions
**Never use the unicode multiplication symbol (×, U+00D7) in any documentation, code, or markdown.**
Always use a plain lowercase 'x' for dimensions and multiplication.
- WRONG: `25mm × 25mm × 25mm`
- CORRECT: `25mm x 25mm x 25mm`
# Git Instructions
- If a git command fails due to authentication reasons, retry the command exactly once.
# Wiki Tagging Standards
All wiki pages should use YAML frontmatter for tagging.
## Challenge Tags
All challenge pages must include the following tags:
- `challenge`: Identifies the page as a challenge.
- `challenge-NNN`: A unique sequential identifier.
- `challenge-001`: October 2025
- `challenge-002`: November 2025
- `challenge-003`: December 2025
- Increment for subsequent months.
- `archive`: (Optional) Use this tag when the challenge is no longer active.
## Visibility Tags
- `hidden`: Use this tag to prevent the page from being published to the fargo3d.com website.
# Challenge Lifecycle
Challenges follow a specific monthly cycle:
1. **Announcement**: A challenge is announced at the meetup in Month X.
2. **Execution**: Participants work on the challenge between Month X and Month X+1.
3. **Judging**: Results are brought to and judged at the meetup in Month X+1.
**Example:**
- **November Challenge**: Announced in November, Judged in December.
- **December Challenge**: Announced in December, Judged in January.
**Wiki Page Roles:**
- **Current-Challenge.md**: Displays the challenge currently in the "Execution" phase (announced last month, to be judged at the upcoming meetup).
- **Upcoming-Challenge.md**: Displays the challenge to be announced at the upcoming meetup.
# Content Synchronization
The `wiki-fargo3d` submodule contains the official documentation. Some content is mirrored in the main repository root.
- **Readme.md vs wiki-fargo3d/Home.md**: Keep announcements and general descriptions in sync.
- **challenges.md vs wiki-fargo3d/Current-Challenge.md**: `challenges.md` should reflect the active challenge found in the wiki.
- **itinerary.md vs wiki-fargo3d/Itinerary.md**: Keep meeting schedules in sync.
## Git Workflow for Wiki Updates
1. Make changes in `wiki-fargo3d/`.
2. Commit and push changes in `wiki-fargo3d`.
3. Go to root `P:\3dPrintMeetup`.
4. Commit the submodule update.
5. Push root changes.
## Example Front Matter
```yaml
---
tags:
- challenge
- challenge-002
---
```
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# **⚠️ IMPORTANT: MEETUP DATE CHANGES**
## **Next Two Meetups Will NOT be on the 3rd Wednesday**
- **November Meetup: November 12th, 2025**
- **December Meetup: December 10th, 2025**
**We will resume normal 3rd Wednesday schedule after the New Year.**
---
# 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
## 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)
- [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)
### [<EFBFBD> Itinerary](./itinerary.md)
### [Itinerary](./itinerary.md)
Complete meeting format and timeline for our monthly gatherings. Includes:
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- Featured presentations and workshops
- Meeting guidelines and etiquette
## 🏆 Monthly Challenges
## Monthly Challenges
### [Current Challenges](./challenges.md)
Monthly design challenges and competitions. Currently featuring:
- **October 2025**: "Is it Glass or Clearly Natural?" transparency challenge
- **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
## HueForge Integration
### [3D Fuel Filament Library](./HueForge/)
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Download the library and follow the installation guide to add professional-grade 3D Fuel filament data to your HueForge workflow.
## 💡 Community Planning
## Community Planning
### [Ideas & Planning](./ideas.md)
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- Event structure improvements
- Monthly challenge selection processes
## 🎯 About Our Meetup
## About Our Meetup
### What We Do
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- **Community Judging**: Group evaluation during show & tell sessions
- **Recognition**: Prizes and social media features for winners
## 🤝 Community Engagement
## Community Engagement
### Participation
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- **Discord Integration**: Online community voting and discussions
- **Social Media**: Documentation and sharing of member achievements
## 📞 Getting Involved
## Getting Involved
### How to Participate

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# 3D Fuel December Meetup - Meeting Announcement
## Email Subject Line
Join Us December 10th: 3D Printing Meetup + SVG Lettering + FormNext Recap + Challenge Winners
---
## Email Body / Reddit Post
Hey everyone!
Join us for the **December 3D Printing Meetup**.
For more information about the meetup and community events, visit [www.fargo3d.com](https://www.fargo3d.com)
### Meeting Agenda
**Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM**
1. **Social Time & Networking** - Welcome and catching up
2. **Industry News Update** - **Formnext Coverage** with John - A look at the latest tech from the world's largest additive manufacturing expo.
3. **Show & Tell & Challenge Judging** - **November Challenge Judging**: "Wait, This Was Printed?" (Smooth Cube Challenge). Bring your cubes!
4. **New December Challenge Announcement** - "Bring Your Test Models" - Share your favorite calibration and testing prints.
5. **Featured Presentation: SVGs and Lettering on Prints** - Presented by **Eric Spooner**
6. **Closing Discussion** - Wrap-up and informal conversation
### Special Presentation: SVGs and Lettering on Prints
Join us for a deep dive into adding custom graphics and text to your 3D prints! This presentation will cover:
- **Working with SVGs**: How to prepare vector graphics for 3D printing.
- **Lettering Techniques**: Best practices for embedding or embossing text onto your models.
- **Workflow Tips**: From design software to slicer implementation.
### Location & Details
**When:** Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
**Where:** 3D-Fuel 2222 7th Ave N Fargo, ND 58102

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# 3D Fuel November Meetup - Meeting Announcement
## Email Subject Line
Join Us November 12th: 3D Printing Meetup + HueForge Presentation + New Challenge
---
## Email Body / Reddit Post
Hey everyone!
Join us for the **November 3D Printing Meetup**. Please note: **This month's meeting is on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00 PM** (not our usual 3rd Wednesday).
**Also note:** December's meetup will be on **Wednesday, December 10th** (also adjusted for the holidays).
### Meeting Agenda
**Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM**
1. **Social Time & Networking** - Welcome and catching up
2. **Industry News Update** - Latest 3D printing trends with John
3. **Show & Tell & Challenge Judging** - October transparency challenge winners and community showcases
4. **New November Challenge Announcement** - "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" - Can you achieve the smoothest surface finish possible?
5. **Featured Presentation: Getting Started with HueForge** *(30 minutes)* - Presented by **Eric Spooner**
6. **Closing Discussion** - Wrap-up and informal conversation
### Special Presentation: Getting Started with HueForge
Join us for a brief introduction to HueForge color mapping software! This presentation will cover:
- **Installing the 3D Fuel Filament Library** - Add our complete 127+ filament database to HueForge
- **Photo-to-Print Workflow** - Working with a simple Black and White photo
- **Slicer Setup & Integration**:
- Configuring HueForge with **Bambu Studio** using modifiers vs Painting
Perfect for anyone looking to take their color and multi-material printing to the next level!
### What to Expect
- Network with local 3D printing enthusiasts
- Showcase your latest prints
- Learn about our new November challenge: achieving the smoothest layer-line-free prints
- Learn color mapping techniques with HueForge
- Ask questions from experienced makers
### Location & Details
**When:** Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
**Where:** 3D-Fuel 2222 7th Ave N Fargo, ND 58102
### Don't Miss Out
Whether you're a 3D printing beginner or experienced maker, we have something for everyone. Bring your questions, your latest prints, and your enthusiasm!
**See you there!**
---
## Social Media Quick Version (Twitter/X)
November meetup is THIS WEDNESDAY (Nov 12th) at 6 PM! New challenge: "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" Plus Eric Spooner presents HueForge basics - photo-to-print workflows, 3D Fuel filament library & slicer setup. Show & tell too! #3DPrinting #3DFuel
---
## Meeting Details Reference
| Detail | Information |
|--------|-------------|
| **Date** | Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 |
| **Time** | 6:00 - 8:00 PM |
| **Presentation Topic** | Getting Started with HueForge |
| **Presenter** | Eric Spooner |
| **Duration** | 30 minutes |
| **Key Topics** | 3D Fuel Library Installation, B&W Photo Mapping, Bambu Studio/Orca Slicer Setup |
| **Note** | Special date - not 3rd Wednesday |

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## Active Challenge
### October 2025: "Is it Glass or Clearly Natural?"
### December 2025: "Bring Your Test Models"
**Theme**: Transparency and clarity testing with 3D Fuel "Clearly Natural" filaments
**Theme**: Sharing and comparing printer calibration and test models.
**Key Details**:
- **Model**: 25mm diameter x 50mm height cylinder in vase mode
- **Materials**: 3D Fuel "Clearly Natural" PCTG or PLA
- **Focus**: Maximum transparency and print quality
- **Submission Deadline**: October 28, 2025
- **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](./challenges/October-2025/readme.md)**
**[View Full Challenge Details](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/wiki/Current-Challenge)**
## Upcoming Challenge
### November 2025: "[Challenge Name TBD]"
### January 2026: "[Challenge Name TBD]"
**Status**: Planning in progress
**Expected Timeline**:
- **Announcement**: November meeting (November 12th, 2025)
- **Submission Period**: TBD
- **Judging**: TBD
- **Announcement**: January meeting (January 2026)
- **Submission Period**: February 2026
- **Judging**: February 2026
**[📋 View Challenge Placeholder](./challenges/November-2025/readme.md)**
**[View Challenge Placeholder](./challenges/November-2025/readme.md)**
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# December 2025 Challenge: "Bring Your Test Models"
This month's challenge is all about the models we use to test, tune, and calibrate our printers. Everyone has a favorite "go-to" print—whether it's a Benchy, a calibration cube, a torture test, or something unique you've found.
**Bring your favorite test models to the meetup!**
## Challenge Details
### The Goal
Share what test models you use and why. Do you use them for:
- Calibrating dimensional accuracy?
- Testing overhangs and bridging?
- Tuning retraction settings?
- Checking first layer adhesion?
- Just for fun?
### Submission Requirements
- **Physical Model**: Bring your printed test model(s) to the January meetup.
- **Explanation**: Be prepared to share *why* this is your favorite test model and what it helps you achieve.
### Voting & Awards
- **Group Vote**: The group will vote on what they think is the **Best Test Model**.
- **Criteria**: Usefulness, uniqueness, or just plain coolness!
## Timeline
- **Challenge Announcement**: December 10, 2025 (at December meetup)
- **Show & Tell / Voting**: January 2026 (during January meetup)
- **Winner Announcement**: January 2026 (end of January meetup)

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# January 2026 Challenge: [Title TBD]
**Status**: Planning in Progress
## Challenge Overview
Details for the January 2026 challenge will be announced at the January meetup.
## Timeline
- **Announcement**: January 2026
- **Submission**: February 2026
- **Judging**: February 2026

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1. **Layer Line Visibility** (100%): The appearance and visibility of layer lines - less visible is better
- All cubes must meet basic challenge requirements (25mm cube dimensions, exactly 2 walls, no post-processing)
- Winner is determined solely by smoothness of surface and minimal layer line appearance
- **Tiebreaker**: If two prints are too close to differentiate, the fastest print time wins
### Submission Requirements
- **Physical Model**: Bring your printed 25mm cube to the December meetup for judging
- **Dimension Verification**: Must be exactly 25mm × 25mm × 25mm
- **Dimension Verification**: Must be exactly 25mm x 25mm x 25mm
- **Wall Count Verification**: Must show exactly 2 walls when inspected
- **Print Time**: Record and report your total print time (used as tiebreaker if needed)
- **Documentation**: Include photos showing:
- Close-up surface details
- Overall cube appearance

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#### Materials & Constraints
- **Filament**: [Specify required filament type/brand]
- **Maximum Filament Usage**: [Weight limit if applicable]
- **Model Specification**: [Dimensions, complexity, or provided model details]
- **Print Mode**: [Any specific printing requirements]
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#### Awards
- **[Award 1]**: [Description]
- **[Award 2]**: [Description]
- **[Award 3]**: [Description]
- **People's Choice Award**: Community favorite
- **Innovation Award**: [Description]
- Determined at each competition.
#### Documentation
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### Timeline
- **Challenge Announcement**: [Date]
- **[Key Milestone]**: [Date]
- **Submission Deadline**: [Date]
- **Judging Period**: [Date Range]
- **Winner Announcement**: [Date]
- **Submission Deadline**: [Date](Next Meetup)
- **Judging Period**: During Next Meetup
- **Winner Announcement**: At Following Meetup
### [Model Creation/Setup Instructions]

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# Ideas and Planning
## Future Event Concepts

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