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Week 2

I have used ChatGPT for generating the correct definationsof certain terms and then edited it accordingly. (Credit goes to AI!!)

Softwares used:

Fusion 360

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Here’s a concise set of steps to download and install Autodesk Fusion 360:

  1. Create an Autodesk Account:

  2. Visit the Autodesk website and create an account. Choose a Plan:

  3. Decide whether to use the free trial or subscribe to a paid plan. Download Fusion 360:

  4. Sign in to your Autodesk account and find the download link for Fusion 360. Install Fusion 360:

  5. Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Activate and Sign In:

  6. Launch Fusion 360, sign in with your Autodesk account, and enter your product key if prompted. Explore Tutorials:

  7. Use Fusion 360 tutorials and documentation to get started.

Watch this video to learn basics for fusion 360

GIMP

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Here’s a concise set of steps to download and install GIMP:

  1. Visit the Official Website:

Go to the official GIMP website at https://www.gimp.org/.

  1. Navigate to the Downloads Section:

Look for the “Download” section on the website.

  1. Choose Your Operating System:

Select your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).

  1. Click on the Download Button:

Click on the appropriate download button for your operating system.

  1. Verify the Download Source:

Ensure you are downloading from the official GIMP website to avoid potential security risks.

  1. Follow Installation Instructions:

Once the download is complete, follow the installation instructions provided on the website. Run GIMP:

After installation, run GIMP from your desktop or start menu.

Watch this to learn the basics for GIMP

Inkscape

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Here’s a concise set of steps to download and install Inkscape:

  1. Visit the Official Website:

Go to the official Inkscape website at https://inkscape.org/.

  1. Navigate to the Download Section:

Look for the “Download” section on the website.

  1. Select Your Operating System:

Choose the appropriate version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).

  1. Click on the Download Button:

Click on the download button for the version compatible with your system.

  1. Verify the Download Source:

Ensure you are downloading from the official Inkscape website to avoid potential security risks.

  1. Follow Installation Instructions:

Once the download is complete, follow the installation instructions provided on the website.

  1. Run Inkscape:

After installation, run Inkscape from your desktop or start menu

Ffmpeg

Here are some commands I used and leanrt:

  1. Basic Conversion:

Convert a video file to another format:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 output.avi
  1. Video and Audio Codec Conversion:

Specify video and audio codecs:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -c:v libx264 -c:a aac output.mp4
  1. Changing Video Resolution:

Resize a video:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vf scale=640:480 output.mp4
  1. Cutting and Trimming:

Trim video from 10 seconds to 20 seconds:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -ss 10 -t 10 -c copy output.mp4
  1. Concatenation:

Concatenate multiple video files:

ffmpeg -i input1.mp4 -i input2.mp4 -filter_complex concat=n=2:v=1:a=1 -c:a aac output.mp4
  1. Extracting Audio:

Extract audio from a video file:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vn -c:a copy output.mp3
  1. Creating GIF from Video:

Convert a video to a GIF:

ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vf "fps=10,scale=320:-1:flags=lanczos" -c:v gif output.gif

Vocabulary

Parametric Kit:

A set of tools or components designed for parametric design, where parameters can be adjusted to create variations in the design.

Raster:

A type of image representation where graphics are composed of pixels, each having a specific color. Common raster formats include JPEG, PNG, and GIF.

Vector:

A type of image representation where graphics are defined by mathematical equations, allowing for scalability without loss of quality. Common vector formats include SVG, AI, and EPS.

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