For a while, the old Fully Defined site didn't reflect what we're actually doing here. So I rebuilt it. fully-defined.com now lays out the whole path in one place: • Just starting out? Begin with SolidWorks Fundamentals and CSWA prep. • Working toward certification? The Cert Path is there, and the CSWP waitlist is open. • Already in the industry? From Model to Manufacture is next: DFM, production drawings and supplier handover, built around one real moulded part. There's also an FAQ covering software versions, licences and access, so you don't have to hunt for answers. Two things I'd love from you: 1. Have a look and tell me what's clear and what isn't. 2. If CSWP prep or Model to Manufacture interests you, join the waitlist. It tells me where to focus next. 👉 fully-defined.com Thanks for being part of this from the start.

Video #182 is publishing right now: "How I Setup SolidWorks to Design Faster." Covered shortcuts, gesture toolbar, and the SpaceMouse. I've been running this setup for a while, but it took time to work out what actually saves time versus what just looks like it does. The .sldreg settings file from the video is available here if you want to grab it. (the video explains more) On the community side, the welcome experience is now set up properly. New members land on a visible learning path: LEGO library → Fundamentals → what's next. If you joined recently, go to Start Here and check it out. The SolidWorks Fundamentals Workbook launch is close. Content is drafted. More on that soon. What's something in your SolidWorks setup you've never bothered to configure but probably should?

Officially on holidays today (for a week+) but that’s no excuse not to keep up with updates. Highlight this week was a live stream on SolidWorks Appearances! Thanks to those from here that joined or viewed afterwards. There were a couple of niche situations that I didn’t cover, which I will record and edit together with the original stream. I’ve also scheduled a new DIY Project video this week, which I’ll share here once it’s live. Hope you enjoy Have a great week all

This will remain Pinned, and a simple reminder/tool for anyone to see what content is on the upcoming to-do list. - Real-view graphics options (Coming next) - DFM, understanding manufacturing constraints within SolidWorks - Configurations, variables, and equations for modular parts - Mould tools for injection moulding - A specific video about your settings. A lot of little settings and tweaks that make everything much easier.

When I started Fully Defined, I wasn't sure who'd show up. Turns out, it's exactly the kind of people I wanted to build this for: designers and engineers who actually care about doing SolidWorks properly. 100 members on Skool feels worth marking. To celebrate, I'm giving away a copy of a book I co-authored: the SolidWorks Fundamentals Workbook by CADclass. It covers the core tools and workflows you need to build real competency in SolidWorks, not just get through exercises. (Not publicly available yet) To enter: Leave a comment below answering this question. What's the one SolidWorks skill or topic you most want to level up? One winner, drawn at random from the comments. Winner will receive a digital copy of the book (PDF). Winner announced 1 week from today Seriously. Thank you for being here!