The New Autodesk CER v7 Format: Changes and How to Read It
If you’ve been managing or using Autodesk products for a few years, you’ve probably cracked open a CER file at some point. Customer Error…
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The Man Who Built It First – Early Autodesk History
Mike Riddle wrote a CAD program in his spare time and became one of the most important — and most contested — figures in…
Read More The Accidental Empire – Early Autodesk History
The Accidental Empire How a band of UNIVAC hackers, a borrowed plotter, and five long-shot bets became one of the most influential software companies…
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Maximize AI Literacy with Free Claude Courses
AI tools are increasingly prevalent across various fields, yet many users lack proficiency. Anthropic has launched a valuable free training portal for its Claude…
Read MoreAutodesk Privacy, Your Data, and What You Can Actually Control
Autodesk privacy settings are often misunderstood, but knowing where to look can simplify them. Start with your Autodesk Profile to manage desktop product privacy…
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Why CAD Can’t Just Use More Cores aka Multithreaded
Civil 3D and AutoCAD's performance issues primarily stem from predictable sequential math requirements that multithreading disrupts. Unlike parallel tasks like rendering, CAD calculations must…
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The Browser That Ran Revit (And Why Autodesk Killed It)
In November 2013, Autodesk successfully ran full versions of its applications like Inventor and Revit in web browsers through a partnership with Mozilla, OTOY,…
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Essential Tips for Accurate LiDAR Registration
Effective registration is crucial for successful data modeling. It requires careful planning, use of accuracy-enhancing targets, and starting with easy alignments to build momentum.…
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Shifting DOTs Toward Open Standards
The recent CITE User Group meeting highlighted the shift towards open standards in digital delivery, especially regarding DOTs and the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).…
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Tech Is Moving Fast but the Work Still Depends on Us
The constant pressure to adopt new AI tools and tech updates can enhance efficiency but cannot replace human expertise. While tools streamline tasks and…
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