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What software (s) are the best for beginner cad/cam hobbyist? ? ?

I want to learn how to make simple 3d molds using 3d software, cad, cam software, and a cnc machine. Am just trying to figure out where to begin....What software Tools should I start with?

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1. turbocad
2. tools and software may depend on design product , Google Sketchup free version may be best to try and start with , http://sketchup.google.com/ http://www.societyofrobots.com/member_tutorials/node/70 http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/woodnews/2009october/sketchup.html ________ SolidWorks - 3D CAD http://www.solidworks.com/ Ascon Kompas 3d http://ascon.net/solutions/kompas_3d/ _________ 5-axis CNC Software http://www.mastercam.com/ Vectric Aspire http://www.vectric.com/WebSite/Vectric/aspire/whats_new/aspire_v3/whats_new_overview.htm BobCAD Cam http://www.bobcad.com/products/cad NextEngine 3D Scanner http://www.nextengine.com/ Handyscan Handheld 3D Scanners http://www.creaform3d.com/en/handyscan3d/default.aspx ..
3. Blender. It is free and has a lot of supporting tutorials through which you can pick up important 3D as well as CAD skills.