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AutoCAD  

AU Keynote : Believe It. Sharks Real Enough to Bite; Made in AutoCAD - AutoCAD for producing special effects, Eddie Paul, Autodesk University 2008

The Express Tools: AutoCAD Software's Built-in Productivity Tools - express tools history, locating, loading express tools, file & setup tools, block, annotation, file tools, Mark Roach, Autodesk University 2008

The Productivity Power of AutoCAD Tool Palettes - Revealed! - methods for manipulating existing tool palettes, creating palette tools, locking, protecting enterprise palettes, Matt Murphy, Autodesk University 2008

Creating and Editing 3D Solid Models in AutoCAD 2009 - dynamic user coordinate system, using surfaces for 3D solid creation, solids editing to create composite solids using surface modeling commands, J Malitzke, Autodesk University 2008

Annotation Objects In-Depth - managing annotative objects as part of consistent strategy, creating, manipulating annotation objects, solving scaling problems when plotting, Daniel Abbott, Autodesk University 2008

Up and Down the Scales in AutoCAD - text, dimension scales in model space, paper space, trans-spatial dimensions, annotative objects in AutoCAD 2008, Bill Fane, Autodesk University 2008

Attributes from A to X: Automation to eXtractions - creating blocks with attributed data, using attributes for automation data entry, creating data extractions for tables, spread sheets, Brian Ruf, Autodesk University 2008

Tune Into the Design Discovery Channel - technologies Autodesk Labs is currently exploring, advantage of collaborative web services for shared client meetings, understanding cross-platform solutions, Douglas Look, Autodesk University 2008

Automate Your Plotting: 'One Touch Plotting' - creating useful page setups, use of PC3, PMP files, CTB or STB dilemma, useful, 'smart' title blocks with or without sheet sets, Jeanne Aarhus, Autodesk University 2008

AUGI Tips & Tricks: The Final Tour - using shortcuts in AutoCAD, unique ways of using commands, customization, Donnia Tabor-Hanson, Autodesk University 2008

AutoCAD 2009 Tips and Techniques - pin drawings so they stay on list, adding commands to Quick Access Toolbar, more, Lynn Allen, Autodesk University 2008

3D AutoCAD for All of Us! - 3D primitive creation using 3D creation tools, improved 3D viewing, manipulating tools in AutoCAD 2009, creating visual styles, J Malitzke, Autodesk University 2008

CAD Enough? Understanding the Differences Between AutoCAD and MicroStation - using AutoCAD from MicroStation perspective, leverage your MicroStation skills in AutoCAD environment, think like AutoCAD to ease your transition, Jeanne Aarhus, Autodesk University 2008

Secrets to Passing the AutoCAD Certification Exams - Revealed - certification exam structure, advantages of certification, key exam performance objectives, top strategies for preparing to take on-line certification exam, Matt Murphy, Autodesk University 2008

Rendering Techniques in 3D AutoCAD, Pt I - rendering basics, working with AutoCAD lights, creating photometric lights, luminary objects, David Cohn, Autodesk University 2008

Rendering Techniques in 3D AutoCAD, Pt II - preparing model for rendering, placing cameras, creating views, saving, redisplaying rendered images, David Cohn, Autodesk University 2008

The Dos and Don'ts of Dynamic Blocks - Revealed - improving productivity with grip, action features of dynamic blocks, managing, storing, retrieving dynamic blocks from tool palettes, Matt Murphy, Autodesk University 2008

Using Google Earth with AutoCAD - publishing AutoCAD data to Google Earth, importing Google Earth image, terrain data to AutoCAD, creating 4D presentations, Thomas Inzinga, Autodesk University 2008

Autodesk Facility Manager: Beyond the Basics - understanding alias table in Facility Manager, modifying to create custom buttons, exporting data to Microsoft Excel, Stephen Komisarek, Autodesk University 2008


Getting Certified: Get the Recognition and Rewards You Deserve - defining path to earn Autodesk Professional certification, identifying learning tools used to prepare for certification, Barbara Bowen, Autodesk University 2008

What We Should Really Be Teaching in the 2D AutoCAD 2009 Classroom, Pt I - strategies for teaching new commands, features in AutoCAD 2009, superseded AutoCAD 2D commands, importance of 3D in 2D classroom, J Malitzke, Autodesk University 2008

What We Should Really Be Teaching in the 3D AutoCAD 2009 Classroom, Pt II - AutoCAD 2009 viewing tools, superseded AutoCAD 3D commands, interface with AutoCAD Inventor, J Malitzke, Autodesk University 2008

How to Get the Most Out of the Action Recorder - pausing playback, providing new input, object selection, relative coordinates, macro management, Tom Stoeckel, Autodesk University 2008

The Power of ObjectARX - introduction to ObjectARX, AutoCAD database concepts, ObjectARX/DBX applications overview, basic custom entity features, Fernando Malard, Autodesk University 2008

Adding Settings to the AutoCAD Options Dialog with VB.NET - accessing AutoCAD's option dialog box, adding tab to options, storing program settings, Mike Tuersley, Autodesk University 2008

Selected for Speed: Using Selection Sets for Faster Operation - knowing when to implement selection sets for speed improvements, interface elegance, Mary West, Autodesk University 2008

Developing Custom Websites and Applications with DWF, Autodesk Design Review, and Autodesk Freewheel - building custom enterprise applications leveraging Autodesk Design Review, Freewheel, DWF, Diane Li, Autodesk University 2008

C# .NET Command School - .NET prompting API in AutoCAD 2009, application structure, LISP functions, arguments in .NET, demandload .NET assemblies, Douglas Goforth, Autodesk University 2008

CUIs Demystified - defining CUI components, macro, popdown, toolbar basics, working with multiple CUIs, enterprise CUIs, Robert Green, Autodesk University 2008

The ABC's of CUI in AutoCAD - modifying pull-down menus and toolbars, creating ribbon panel, adding to ribbon tab, assigning shortcut keys, temporary overrides, R Robert Bell, Autodesk University 2008

VB.NET Command School - .NET prompting API in AutoCAD 2009, application structure, looping and dialogs, LISP functions and arguments in .NET, Douglas Goforth, Autodesk University 2008

AutoLISP Level Two: Beyond the Crash Course - working with, filtering selection sets, entity modification methods, authoring error handling functions, system variable handling, Robert Green, Autodesk University 2008

Save Our Source! Converting VBA to VB.NET - setting up new VB.NET project using Microsoft Visual Basic 2005 Express Edition, exporting source code from VBA, running, debugging VB.NET application, Mary West, Autodesk University 2008

Tapping Into the Power of the AutoCAD API - defining terms, undocumented, unsupported, unimplemented, locations and resources for finding information, Autodesk resources, Jerry Winters, Autodesk University 2008

The AutoLISP Crash Course - working with variables, functions, command line, understanding data types, user inputs, writing custom user command functions, Robert Green, Autodesk University 2008

DWG File Manipulation with VB.NET - DWG file database, do's and don'ts of working with DWG files, effects of multi-threading, best practices for reducing development time, maximizing code reuse, Jerry Winters, Autodesk University 2008

WAN Solutions Shootout - sharing AutoCAD files in multi-office environment, Ray Sirois, Autodesk University 2008

AutoCAD Emergency Room - identifying most significant issues reported by AutoCAD users, troubleshooting frequent AutoCAD problems, implementing best practices for AutoCAD maintenance, Leonardo Casado, Autodesk University 2008

Learn to Hack AutoCAD Installations for Custom Deployments - calling software install/uninstalls from VBScript, batch files; automating service pack, hotfix, update installations, modifying MSI packages to deploy TrueView with paths, printers, Darren Young, Autodesk University 2008

How to Standardize Everything in Your Corporate Environment - customizing standard software deployment installation setup, using standard user profiles and shortcuts, CAD standards checker, placing block libraries on tool palettes, Eric Bogenschutz, Autodesk University 2008

AutoCAD Tool Palettes A to Z - creating, managing tool palates, deploying standards, sharing content, Phil Russo, Autodesk University 2008

2D or Not 2D - 2D elements, in-place families, working with CAD, using AutoCAD, Todd Williams, Autodesk University 2008

Managing the AutoCAD CUI and Empowering the Users - differentiating main, enterprise, and partial CUI files, customizing elements of CUI, constructing workspaces, Robert Bell, Autodesk University 2008

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Inventor top of page 

Autodesk Inventor in Education: More Than 3D Modeling - learning about 2D assemblies, design accelerators, AutoCAD Electrical integration, high quality 2D drawings, Thomas Tremblay, Autodesk University 2008

Customizing Autodesk Inventor - customizing Inventor UI to speed model and drawing creation, writing macros to automate common/complex tasks, comparing add-ins to macro, Neil Munro, Autodesk University 2008

Making It Real with Revit and Inventor - relating Inventor, Revit to architectural design, workflows, Lee Miller, Autodesk University 2008

Autodesk Inventor: The Best Tool for Difficult Architectural Details - methods for developing difficult architectural details, shorten design to fabrication process, Steve Widom, Autodesk University 2008

more Autodesk Inventor articles from CADdigest.com

Revit top of page 
 

Demonstrating the Integration of Revit MEP with External Analysis Software Tools - creating BIM in Revit MEP, export to gbXML file, importing gbXML into HVAC load calculation extension, Stephen Roth, Autodesk University 2008

Working in a Multiple Workflow Environment: AutoCAD Series, Revit Series, and NavisWorks - data exchange solutions, exchanging backgrounds, working with interference detection, reconciling model from updates, Gregg Stanley, Autodesk University 2008

An Efficient Way to Deal with Large-Sized Revit MEP Projects - understanding, managing large-sized projects, managing worksets, managing linked architectural, structural models properly, Mark Slavin, Autodesk University 2008

Power Tips and Tricks for Revit MEP 2009 - learning quick methods for creating custom families, tips for improving routing solutions, working with consultants, David Butts, Autodesk University 2008

Revit MEP: A Place to Make Decisions, Not Just Document Them - leveraging architectural model to understand building energy, lighting needs, using building requirements to drive design of systems, using tools in Revit MEP to represent design information in deliverables, Kyle Bernhardt, Autodesk University 2008

Enlightening Workflow Options for Lighting Design with AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite - use AutoCAD MEP spaces as defining geometric elements for lighting design in Dialux, import calculation results from Dialux for circuiting design in AutoCAD MEP, export Revit model for lighting analysis, Martin Schmid, Autodesk University 2008

A Better Understanding of Revit MEP Families: Advanced - creating new supply air register, creating specific tags with different parameters identifying your own criteria, nest components to provide greater flexibility, reuse of standard components, Bruce Gow, Autodesk University 2008

Extreme Revit Families: Manufacturers Get Ready to Publish - main stages of creating, publishing content, best practices for maintenance, upkeep of content, Jose Fandos, Autodesk University 2008

Modeling Yourself Out of a Paper Bag - key modeling concepts in 3D environment, modeling tools available in Revit MEP, Kyle Bernhardt, Autodesk University 2008 

3D Printing from Autodesk Revit - describing data requirements for 3D printing, selecting correct 3D printing technology for various models, projects, preparing Revit files for 3D printing, Charles Overy, Autodesk University 2008

Enhancing Your Revit Add-In - making Revit application look more professional, effective use of modal, modeless Windows forms, profile, benchmark, optimize performance, element filtering, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008

Revit Structure API: From Bi-Directional Link to Rebar Detailing - implementing Revit Structure add-in to export/import between RST analytical model and external analysis program, Mikako Harada, Autodesk University 2008

The Ins and Outs of Revit MEP Programming - using MEP-specific Revit 2009 API features, analyzing, modifying HVAC & electrical Revit MEP models, calculating, assigning flow, size to air terminals based on room requirements, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008

The Revit SDK Sample Smorgasbord - categorizing entire set of Revit SDK programming samples into appropriate topics, distinguishing between different programming tasks addressed by various samples, selecting appropriate samples for any given Revit programming task, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008

A Closer Look at the Revit Database with the Revit API - describing internal structure of Revit database, element list, utilizing RvtMgdDbg debugging tool for learning, programming, tips, tricks to dig into targeted information more quickly, Mikako Harada, Autodesk University 2008

An Old Dog with New Tricks: Introducing NavisWorks, Revit, and 3ds Max into Westfield's Construction Planning Division - Revit model preparation for construction staging, understanding construction project through visualization, Navisworks for leasing, tenancy coordination teams, Matt Rumbel, Autodesk University 2008

Expanding BIM with the Revit API - introduction to Revit core technology, accessing BIM model for analysis, creating Revit model through API, Anthony Hauck, Autodesk University 2008

The Basics of the Autodesk Revit API - developing application using Revit API, connecting to Revit database, getting information about model, writing parameter values to Revit database from external sources, Danny Polkinhorn, Autodesk University 2008

Getting Down to BIM: Advanced Revit API - understanding Revit objects, their capabilities by snooping, improving application performance through new 2009 searching mechanisms, : Matt Mason, Autodesk University 2008

VSTA : The Powerful Programming Environment of Revit Architecture - VSTA introduction, how VSTA interacts with Revit, writing VSTA programs, glimpse at power of VSTA inside Revit, Jerry Winters, Autodesk University 2008

The National CAD Standard - Revitized - creating US National CAD Standard (NCS) compliant family libraries and project templates, configuring Revit to include NCS formats, identifying relationship between BIM, NCS, Ed Lowe, Autodesk University 2008

Making the Move from AutoCAD to Revit Architecture - identifying types of CAD user, levels of CAD ability, examining process flow for continuously improving CAD productivity, BIM definition, top tips for implementing Revit, Rory Vance, Autodesk University 2008

Model to Marvelous Goes Mental: Realistic Approaches to Photo Realistic Design Visualization with Revit 2009 - basics of mental ray rendering, comparison with 3ds Max, creating new materials, organizational ideas, Jeffrey McGrew, Autodesk University 2008

Promoting a Green Process: Reducing Your Design's Carbon Footprint - using Revit for reducing waste in design process, David Haynes,  Autodesk University 2008

Revit Families: the Step by Step Intro - basics of Family Editor, building, applying constraints, parameters, Paul Aubin, Autodesk University 2008

Inside the Factory: How Revit is Designed - process for making decisions about requirements, feature requests to transformed into actual designs, Matt Jezyk, Autodesk University 2008

All in the Family: Creating Parametric Parts in Revit Architecture - exploring background in critical tools, rules of parametric part design, Matt Dillon, Autodesk University 2008

Intro to Rendering In Revit Architecture 2009 - new rendering interface, material settings, adjusting rendered images, Reid Addis, Autodesk University 2008

A Quick Spin on Revit Architecture - Revit's user interface, key concepts, glimpse at various design phases, Cyril Verley, Autodesk University 2008

Managing Large Projects in Revit Architecture - what not to do when dropping in multi-use project into Revit, Lonnie Cumpton, Autodesk University 2008

Revit Architecture: LEEDing the Way - programs, processes for verifying multitude of LEED-based information that Revit can provide, David Haynes, Autodesk University 2008 

Revit Architecture/MEP/Structure: Collaborating Across Disciplines - sharing coordinate systems, positioning information, linking project files, David Cohn, Autodesk University 2008

Revit Architecture for AutoCAD Architecture Geeks - smooth transition to Revit Architecture, modeling strategies, best practices, Matt Dillon, Autodesk University 2008

The Robots are Coming! Using BIM, CNC Tools, and Rapid Manufacturing Techniques in the AEC Industry - techniques, examples of using CNC automated tools along with Revit, 3ds Max, Jeffrey McGrew, Autodesk University 2008

Sustainablilty Tools for Revit Architecture: The IES Sustainability Toolkit Plug-in - prepare Revit model for export, analysis to IES Sustainability Toolkit, Jason Dougherty, Autodesk University 2008

This is SO Not in the Book About Revit Architecture -  browser, view organization, custom family creation, do's and don'ts, BIM management, Donnia Tabor-Hanson, Autodesk University 2008

more Autodesk Revit tutorials from CADdigest.com

AutoCAD Architecture top of page 
 

AutoCAD Architecture .NET API In-Depth - ACA .NET API class hierarchy, ACA objects such as walls, doors, windows, ACA object creation, editing rules, tips & tricks for programming ACA through .NET, Kevin Vandecar, Autodesk University 2008

Schedule Anything in AutoCAD Architecture or AutoCAD MEP - creating custom schedules, table styles, tools, editing, formula, project properties, Matt Dillon, Autodesk University 2008

Project Collaboration: Do You Speak DWG - types of collaboration, developing project CAD standards, Implementation, communication, enforcement, Cord Struckmann, Autodesk University 2008

AutoCAD Architecture: Advanced Modeling Techniques - mass elements, groups, curtain walls, structural members, Charlie Busa, Autodesk University 2008

Advanced Curtain Wall Design in AutoCAD Architecture - analyzing design sketch, break down into elements, identifying, utilizing each element, creating curtain walls using offsets, index locations, James Upton, Autodesk University 2008

Easing the Transition from AutoCAD to AutoCAD Architecture - using basic architectural features for drawing, product benefits, pitfalls, Thomas Tobin, Autodesk University 2008

AutoCAD Architecture Secrets Exposed - interface capabilities of latest release, hidden commands, features, Jeanne Aarhus, Autodesk University 2008

Breaking Free of the Plan: AutoCAD Architecture Sections and Elevations - explore ins, outs of 2D section/elevation objects, create section lines, callouts, Paul Aubin, Autodesk University 2008 

Materialize in AutoCAD Architecture 2009 - implement material definitions throughout display system to automate various project drawings, Phil Russo, Autodesk University 2008

What's New: AutoCAD Architecture 2009 - enhancements, new features, Jeff Hanson, Autodesk University 2008

more AutoCAD Architecture articles from CADdigest.com

Autodesk Design Review top of page 
Hug a Tree, Go Digital! Why Autodesk Design Review is on the Rise - implementing time saving collaboration techniques using DWF, practical DWF tools, viewing, navigating, measuring, walking through published models and sheets, keeping track of designs using DWF, Cliff Medling, Autodesk University 2008

Extreme DWF: Top 10 Ways You Can Upgrade Your Workflow Using DWF and Autodesk Design Review - publish DWF models and sheets, view, navigate, measure and mark up published designs, track markups, Cliff Medling, Autodesk University 2008  

more Autodesk Design Review articles from CADdigest.com

Autodesk Vault top of page 

The Basics of Autodesk Vault - implementation, daily usage, checking files, editing properties, Brian Schanen, Autodesk University 2008

more Autodesk Vault articles from CADdigest.com
 
CAD managemant top of page 

Getting New Employees Up To Speed - building program to effectively ramp up employees, creating effective training, using mentors, conveying importance of standards, Ryan Wunderlich, Autodesk University 2008

Efficient CAD Management Through Customization - utilizing programming in CAD background, customizing menus and commands, working with CAD components' properties, Matthew Hill, Autodesk University 2008

The Thankless Job of a CAD Manager - best practices for day-to-day CAD management, understanding importance of teamwork, learning to change your game, R Yoshi Honda, Autodesk University 2008

CAD Standards: How to Get Started - understanding layers, blocks (in DWG vs. tool palette), text styles, dimension styles, creating default template, Beth Powell, Autodesk University 2008

Common Sense AutoCAD - discussing standard settings, misapplied rules, common mistakes, undiscovered shortcuts, Mark Kiker, Autodesk University 2008

CAD Manager's Training, Standards, and Productivity Guide - identifying right training topics, getting your training plan and budget approved, tips for becoming better classroom instructor, Robert Green, Autodesk University 2008

Creating and Maintaining a CAD Manual - determining proper method for creating standards and manual, creating user-friendly manual, deriving means for implementing and maintaining new standards, Gene Gladden, Autodesk University 2008

Introduction to VBScript for CAD Administrators - creating automated processes for updating custom CAD files, verifying system, hardware, user resources, uninstalling, installing software, even multiple packages with single click, Darren Young, Autodesk University 2008

Delivering Expert CAD Support - ways to keep up on all CAD news, tips, tricks without spending hours surfing web, when Autodesk support isn't supporting you, keep tabs on software bugs, finding, using best resources, Darren Young, Autodesk University 2008

Supporting CAD Systems and Users - computer hardware - good hardware system, utilizing network vs. standalone licenses, justifying training, backing up data, Tom Conti, Autodesk University 2008

CAD Manager's Notebook 2009, Part II - building CAD management strategy for success, tools model for CAD management technology, emphasizing results, hiring right people, Robert Green, Autodesk University 2008

The Five Best Practices for Implementing Document Management: Everything You Need to Know to Achieve Success and Avoid the Pitfalls - developing pre-implementation consultation, importing legacy data, network/Internet database and file storage locations, integrating data with other information systems, training, Todd Cummings, Autodesk University 2008

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