Christian Barrett offers a basic approach to AutoCAD Civil 3D. Here, the author details his Quick Start method.
posted by Christian Barrett November 28th, 2010
Brian Benton continues his look at new and enhanced features in the latest version of AutoCAD. This month: one fun new feature and several enhancements to existing AutoCAD capabilities.
posted by Brian Benton November 28th, 2010
A new AUGI CAD Camp sponsor is helping AUGI to streamline logistics and trim costs. But attendance is critical. If you and your colleagues haven't attended an AUGI CAD Camp, now is the time.
posted by Mark Kiker November 28th, 2010
Even long-time Civil 3D subscription customers might not be aware of all the benefits their Autodesk subscription offers. Here, The Civil Side columnist Christian Barrett details many of the perks.
posted by Christian Barrett November 28th, 2010
It is tough to fix a problem if you don't have a firm grasp on the nature of the problem. In this aricle, Mark Kiker demonstrates how to determine if the problem is technical or adaptive - program or process.
posted by Mark Kiker November 28th, 2010
While you're upgrading to the latest release of your Autodesk product of choice, why not take a hard look at the machines on which your software is running? Check out the results of a series of performance tests conducted by renowned AutoCAD expert David Cohn on behalf of HP, Autodesk, and NVIDIA.
posted by David Cohn November 28th, 2010
Brian Benton concludes his series on new features and enhancements in the latest version of AutoCAD. This month, he investigates the software's 3D features including workspaces, object snaps, solid modeling tools, surface modeling, creation, and editing, among others.
posted by Brian Benton November 28th, 2010
AUGI began 2006 by fine-tuning its growing list of programs including the AUGI Forum, the AUGI Training Program, and AUGI CAD Camp. The organization began the formal roll out of AUGI Country Chapters, greatly expanding AUGI's international presence. And membership continued to climb.
posted by David Harrington November 28th, 2010
Autodesk University returns to Las Vegas with an impressive array of classes, the latest technology on display in the Exhibit Hall, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Then there's the other "fun" stuff. Need a good reason to attend AU 2011? We give you 10.
posted by Mark Kiker November 28th, 2010
The Civil Side columnist Christian Barrett has heard from the "ribbon critics" and has another opinion. He'll show you how to customize the ribbon and, yes, you'll learn to love it!
posted by Christian Barrett November 28th, 2010
Spending on technology is a roll of the dice that may pay off in rewards that can benefit your firm if it can think that far down the road. But when is the right time to do that? Mark Kiker offers some advice.
posted by Mark Kiker November 28th, 2010
A properly configured workstation will allow you to take full advantage of Revit and its formidable capabilities. HP delivers a host of options.
posted by David Harrington November 28th, 2010
Brian Benton offers a closer look at AutoCAD WS, a product recently introduced by Autodesk to facilitate file sharing, editing, and collaboration in the cloud environment.
posted by Brian Benton November 28th, 2010
A BIM conference brings together Autodesk France and members of AUGI France for a preview of Autodesk's BIM strategy.
posted by David Harrington November 28th, 2010
All appears to be well as 2007 begins. The country chapter rollout expands AUGI's international presence in eight countries, AUGI CAD Camps begin an aggressive 55-city schedule, and AUGI membership ticks up. Still, tension behind the scenes continues to grow.
posted by David Harrington November 28th, 2010
AUGI President Mark Kiker, Autodesk Vice President Guri Stark, and Senior Software Development Manager Tal Weiss discuss AutoCAD WS, a cloud-based file sharing, editing, and collaboration tool that facilitates access to DWG and other files via any web browser as well as a variety of mobile devices.
posted by Mark Kiker November 28th, 2010
Brian Benton discusses his favorite AutoCAD features. Perhaps some of them are your favorites, too. Take a look!
posted by David Harrington November 27th, 2010
posted by David Harrington November 27th, 2010
The HP booth at AU 2010 will be a hub of activity. You can test drive HP workstations with your favorite Autodesk products, gets some great tips & tricks, and enter drawings for fabulous prizes.
posted by David Harrington November 27th, 2010
CAD managers make agreements - minor and major - all the time. Here, from Mark Kiker, are nine tips to ensure a smart approach to agreements.
posted by Mark Kiker November 27th, 2010