Well folks, AU 2015 is officially out of the gate—hold on to your hats. In addition to welcoming y’all to fabulous Las Vegas today and (hopefully) getting you checked in and registered so you’re ready to rock and roll tomorrow, we held a whole bunch of bonus preconference events.  READ MORE >

It’s almost time to start packing your bags—AU is right around the corner. We can’t wait to see you in Las Vegas! To help you get ready, here’s a checklist of things you should know before you hit the road:  READ MORE >

Autodesk is committed to using the power of design to make a positive impact on the world we live in. This year, the Autodesk Foundation is bringing 75 designers and engineers from nonprofits, clean tech startups and social enterprises around the world to take part in the 1st-ever AU Las Vegas Impact Leadership Summit, an invitation-only event that will be held throughout the week of AU.  We’ve invited a few of these organizations to present in a special session called Inspiration to Impact: How Five Nonprofits Are Designing a Better Future. Will you join us? READ MORE >

We’re counting down the minutes to AU 2015 Las Vegas. Here are 21 reasons why: 1. The Makr Shakr cocktail-making robot. (Seriously?)   2. Open Lab 30-minute drop-in mini-sessions. (In, learn, out.) 3. Free breakfast—rise and shine! READ MORE >

Remember when we told you about the Connected Future Innovation Challenge and how AU will be the site of a live pitch-a-palooza, the likes of which have never been seen before? It’s like American Idol, The Voice, and Shark Tank all blended into 1 just for you. The program’s 4 finalists have been chosen and are now hard at work preparing a pitch with Autodesk mentors. The Live Pitch Session will take place at AU on Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m. on the Education Booth stage. Mark your calendar—you won’t want to miss what’s sure to be a lively and enlightening event.  The winner, who wil... READ MORE >