OpenSCAD isn't meant to be a general-purpose programming language. It's a declarative language, like HTML. That said, there's OpenJSCAD if you like variables.

OpenSCAD isn't meant to be a general-purpose programming language. It's a declarative language, like HTML. That said, there's OpenJSCAD if you like variables. And also, speaking of the devil, there is a programming language CAD in Haskell! It's call ImplicitCAD. Would you ever have a need for visual source control for your 3D models? If so, I'd be interested in hearing from you. iamwil@gmail.com