G-code files are normally created when slicing software processes a 3D model, but there are some interesting tricks to be done when G-code is created directly.

The diamond operator <> lets the while loop iterate over the input file (our G-code) line-by-line. In this example, we just print back the unchanged content of the G-code line.

G-code and M-code are the foundational languages that drive CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machinery and 3D printers.

AM.CO.ZA has launched a CorelDRAW plugin called RouterCAM for its EasyRoute CNC routers and the generic 3-axis CNC routers that will allow users to generate their own cutting solutions.