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In lugnet.cad, Spencer Alves wrote:
> Hi,
> I made a simple Python script, which you can download here:
> http://impiaaa.googlepages.com/ldraw2bricklink.zip
> that takes an LDraw model file as input and outputs BrickLink XML, which can be
> pasted into a search here:
> http://www.bricklink.com/storeFilter.asp
> It might be useful for people who wish to build a mockup/prototype of a model in
> LDraw, then order the parts to build it in real life. An alternative use is
> getting your Lego Factory creations for a much cheaper price. :-)
>
> Instructions for use:
> 1. Download and unzip the script.
> 2. Download and install Python v2.6 (www.python.org) if you haven't already.
> 3. Enter this into the command prompt:
> python <path-to-script> <path-to-model-file>
> (replace <path-to-script> with the full file path and file name of the script,
> and <path-to-model-file> with the full path to the model file that you wish to
> use)
> 4. Press return/enter.
> 5. Copy and paste the resulting XML into the BrickLink store search page. Press
> search.
> Ta-da! A list of stores with the parts you need will appear.
>
> -Spencer
It isn't very well advertised, but you should check out BrickStore
<http://www.brickforge.de/software/brickstore> It is open source and does the
same thing in a GUI.
After spending hours and hours programming StickerGenerator, I was told that
there was already a Bitmap2LDraw. I now use both; as each has unique features.
I had a lot of fun and learned a lot creating it. I might have even done it
again knowing Bitmap2LDraw already existed.
Scott W.
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| (...) I've heard of BrickStore, but I didn't know it could import LDraw files and export XML for searching. I'll look into it. The script really wasn't much work gone to waste. I might still use it. Also, I made a Blender LDraw importer even though (...) (15 years ago, 23-Aug-09, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.market.brickshops)
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