20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
The user, a long-time Apple customer, faced significant issues with their iPhone trade-in. After upgrading to the 17 Pro Max and returning the 16 Pro Max, Apple claimed it was damaged and worth $0. After extensive phone support, Apple admitted fault and sent a replacement, but the process was frustrating and time-consuming.
CAD standards must remain current to ensure consistency and efficiency. Outdated standards lead to disengagement and inconsistency in design practices. Regular reviews, user involvement, clear documentation, effective communication, and ease of use are essential for maintaining effective standards. Continuously evolving standards align teams and promote smooth project execution.
Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville marked my first attendance as a customer after 32 events. Highlights included a leadership forum on AI, lively receptions, and a memorable closing party featuring Train. Reconnecting with colleagues and friends, especially celebrating CADMama's retirement, made it a week of significant learning and networking.
After 22 years on Typepad, the Between the Lines blog has successfully migrated to a new host following a difficult transition due to Typepad's abrupt shutdown notice. The author expresses gratitude for the support received during the move and is eager to resume sharing insights on design, engineering, and technology.
Everything should be back to normal within a week Typepad decided to only provide customers only 30 day an email notice they were shutting down. Not much time to migrate 22 years of blog posts especially with Typepads broken export…
If you’ve ever had an Autodesk product crash, you’ve likely seen the Customer Error Report (CER) dialog pop up. In that moment, it can be tempting to just close it and move on with your day. But clicking “Send Report” is one of the simplest and most powerful ways you can help improve the software you use every day.
Here’s why it matters.
I want to take a moment to share something deeply personal and heartbreaking. My daughter Katie and her husband Dylan are preparing to welcome their baby girl, Magnolia, knowing her time here will be tragically short. They’re facing not only…
August 21 has always been a meaningful day for me. In 2003, it was the launch of this blog, Between the Lines. And today, in 2025, it’s also the 4th birthday of my best furry friend, Coho the Silver Labrador.…
AU 2025: Your Thrive Guide By Shaan Hurley
Welcome to my annual Autodesk University Thrive Guide, compiled and written to help you thrive, not just survive the Autodesk Design & Make event of the year. Whether it’s your first AU or your 30th, showing up prepared makes all the difference.
AU 2025 lands in Nashville this September, bringing together thousands of professionals across AEC, D&M, M&E, and beyond. With AI front and center and 500+ sessions on the schedule, there’s a lot to take in, but also a lot of opportunity.
This guide will help you cut through the noise, prioritize what matters, and make the most of your time in Music City.
Design and construction software isn’t cheap. And it shouldn’t be—when it works, it pays for itself.
But measuring value isn’t always straightforward. You’re not just buying features. You’re investing in time saved, risk avoided, and work that flows smoother between teams.
Here’s how to figure out if your software is actually pulling its weight.