TL;DR
The article discusses an alternative approach to achieving smooth surfaces on 3D printed parts without relying on the traditional "ironing" technique. Instead of having the print head drag across the top layer and apply additional material, [Make Wonderful Things] uses statistical analysis to find optimal settings that can ensure a smooth finish from the start.
Why This Was Curated
The article provides practical insights into optimizing 3D printing settings, which can be useful for software developers venturing into hardware. However, while it discusses a method to improve print quality, it lacks a step-by-step tutorial or project that developers can directly apply, making it less actionable.