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  1. xlib
    Can't recall a single program that implement such a scheme. Usually they are saving 1 (one) file back, plus some save recovery information for unsaved files (office software). There's no point of implementing version control in such weird way.
  2. xlib
    If you want working example of 3D editing for non-professional audience done good, look at TinkerCAD. This (web-based!) editor solves match harder problem, where building blocks may be resized, not only moved or rotated.
  3. xlib
    I think if would be nice if editing interface would work as in real CAD program too. In AutoCAD in isometric view you can't move object in all 3 axis: only in selected 2. That's correct way of doing things: both screen and mouse work in 2D. In contrast, LDD tries to move object in 3D space by using 2D input. Sometimes it work, sometime it does not.
  4. xlib
    Majority of generated instructions for technic models will be woefully incorrect. That's because, generating "correct" instructions (that can be actually built) is hard algorithmic problem.
  5. xlib
    I have LDD working on OSX El Capitan (10.11); startup however is painfully slow.
  6. xlib
    Of cause, nobody argue about it. Keep it closed or open, for reason or "just because". But please don't misguide anyone by quoting "possible IP infringement" as a reason - it doesn't work that way.
  7. xlib
    That's fine; I was thinking about implementing my own autodetection logic, by detecting 3D geometry and was interested to know how it would compare to existing methods.
  8. xlib
    You may of cause keep results of your effort for yourself as any closed-source software do. Just mind that: Your explanation is wrong all over. You did not signed NDA with Lego Group. So, it does not matter whether you distribute your code as source, as compiled binary or printed on t-shirt. On the other hand, if you reverse-engineered file format: it is completely legal thing to do, and many open source projects do just that. Lego "tolerates" it because they can't do anything. The only way to protect file format is to patent it, and I can't recall any such program.
  9. xlib
    It always baffles me that people create closed-source software for their hobby. Why do it? Why throw such effort away? Closed source software make sense if it is being sold, or when money is made somehow, but freeware used for hobby? I just don't get it.
  10. xlib
    I see. This is the thing I fail to understand. I thought that your original idea was "use autodetect for majority of cases, and use metadata for exceptions". At least that was my impression after reading discussion about it on LDraw forum. What I'm missing here?
  11. xlib
    Is it "parts that are known to be OK" or "exceptions from autodetection rules, everything else is OK too"?
  12. xlib
    This is only useful if you're an author of the model. If you've got LXF from web, it's a bit late to add groups.
  13. xlib
    Indeed, LDD have a feature for generating instructions. Resulting instructions, however may be of varying quality depending on model you have. Sometimes it will generate instructions that you simply can't follow (like inserting part in the middle of the structure, parts hanging in the air, etc.). If I understand correctly, Blueprint generate instructions using manual guidance, so - results may be better; didn't tried it myself.
  14. xlib
    Is blueprint an open-source software?
  15. xlib
    Oh, I forgot to include link to iTunes in original post (fixed). Anyway, I released first version and will be working more features I think are useful. And of cause I would like to hear complains or suggestions
  16. xlib
    Hi all I'd like to present a viewer for LDR/MPD files on Apple devices. The idea is to open files which are already present on device in Dropbox, Google Drive, email and so on. App allows to view model from different angles, zoom, rotate or "disassemble" it to view internals. Line to iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/studless/id1039486304?ls=1&mt=8 Opinions and/or complains are welcomed
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