====== FreeCAD , An Open-Source Technical Drawing Software ======
 
=====1. Introduction=====

FreeCAD is an Open-Source Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD) software but more focused on mechanical designs and 
geometric constraints.

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The main feature is it parametric geometry engine and it's modifiers pile, overpowered by the OpenCascade library.
For thoses who already know SolidWorks , the GUI is quite designed the same way.It is fully compatible with KiCAD 3D parts, that's why it could be very useful to design cases

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=====2. Installation=====

Find the correct Installer for your operating system Here : 

http://www.freecadweb.org/wiki/index.php?title=Download


=====3. Video tutorials=====

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=====4. Going further =====

Find the getting started Manual here :

http://www.freecadweb.org/wiki/index.php?title=Getting_started

For more detailed informations go there :

http://www.freecadweb.org/wiki/index.php?title=Online_Help_Toc