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Description

OpenGL, which stands for Open Graphics Library, serves as a versatile application programming interface that facilitates the rendering of both 2D and 3D vector graphics across multiple programming languages and platforms. This API is primarily utilized to communicate with graphics processing units, enabling efficient hardware-accelerated rendering capabilities. The development of OpenGL was initiated by Silicon Graphics, Inc. (SGI) in 1991, culminating in its official release on June 30, 1992. Its versatility allows it to be employed in a wide range of applications such as computer-aided design (CAD), video gaming, scientific visualization, virtual reality, and flight simulation. Additionally, the OpenGL Registry provides a comprehensive collection of resources, including the core API specifications, shading language guidelines, and a plethora of Khronos- and vendor-sanctioned OpenGL extensions, along with pertinent header files and documentation for GLX, WGL, and GLU APIs. This extensive repository ensures that developers have access to the necessary tools and information to effectively utilize OpenGL in their projects.

Description

I often encountered issues where the STL files I downloaded required minor modifications to be compatible with my 3D printer. Usually, this involved simply centering the model on the build platform or resizing it to fit. A few months ago, I developed OpenGL code to visualize both STL and GCode files for a different extensive project, which proved useful. Additionally, I faced challenges when trying to open ASCII-encoded STL files in my 3D/CAD application, which only supports binary STL files, prompting the need for a straightforward conversion method. To address these challenges, I created Pleasant3D, a compact utility designed to resolve these issues while incorporating my earlier visualization code for STL and GCode files. This latest version enhances the error checking within the Quicklook plugins and ensures that if Quicklook generation fails, the standard document icon is shown, preventing quicklookd from crashing during error occurrences. With these improvements, users can now expect a smoother and more reliable experience when handling their 3D printing files.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Alacritty
Amazon EC2 G4 Instances
Android
Apple iOS
Apple iPadOS
GameplayKit
Ghostty
Miele-LXIV
Openwind
PyBullet
SceneKit
SciChart
Ubuntu
WezTerm
Windows 10

Integrations

Alacritty
Amazon EC2 G4 Instances
Android
Apple iOS
Apple iPadOS
GameplayKit
Ghostty
Miele-LXIV
Openwind
PyBullet
SceneKit
SciChart
Ubuntu
WezTerm
Windows 10

Pricing Details

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Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

OpenGL

Founded

1991

Website

www.opengl.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Pleasant Software

Founded

2007

Country

Germany

Website

pleasantsoftware.com/developer/pleasant3d/

Product Features

Game Development

2D
3D
Analytics
Animation
Asset Management
Drag & Drop
IT Asset Management
Network Management
Physics
Player Management
Prototyping
Virtual Reality
eCommerce

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