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
more
AutoCAD articles from CADdigest.com
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
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 .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
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
The
Basics of Autodesk Vault - implementation, daily usage,
checking files, editing properties, Brian Schanen, Autodesk
University 2008
more Autodesk Vault
articles from CADdigest.com
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
more
CAD management articles