Move over, Pinterest. For real inspiration and motivation, you need to head to the AU Online Gallery. Autodesk users around the world showcase both professional and personal projects in the gallery, like this beautiful parametric sculpture by Architect Karam Baki. Check out this cool vertical farm design—it may look like something from The Jetsons but it was actually dreamed up by Wallison Caetano in São Paulo. (Will we see you at AU Brazil this week, Sr. Caetano?) We love Areli Salvador’s stunning Museo Del Agua design. And we totally want to live (or at least bathe) in Architect Jagdip Singh... READ MORE >

Are you attending AU this year? (You’ve already registered, right?) We know you’re not the bragging type. That’s why we’ve made it easy for you to boast about attending AU without actually boasting. Just add an AU 2015 Twibbon to your profile image on your favorite social media network. Look smart, and let the world know you’ll be learning, connecting, and exploring The Future of Making Things—while still being subtle. (Also, green is totally your color.) Spread the word: AU 2015 is coming. Tell the world you're going to AU READ MORE >

That’s right, folks. The wait is over. Registration for AU 2015 is now live—woo-to-the-hoo! Head to the AU registration website right now to secure your place in all the sessions you’re excited to attend. You can also sign up for evening networking events and special preconference events like DevDays, the Computational BIM Workshop, the Education Summit, and more. READ MORE >

Have you heard? The AU 2015 Las Vegas class catalog is now available for sneak peeks. Stop what you're doing and go check it out. (Seriously, put that muffin down and click on the link.) This year we’ve made it even easier to find AU classes that interest you. You can search or filter sessions by Autodesk product, industry, topic, or type (hands-on lab, industry talk, etc.). You can even filter classes by the date, explore curated tracks, check out pre-conference events, and much more. With nearly 700 classes to choose from, we definitely have something for you. We’re covering lots of hot and ... READ MORE >

In the last 5 years, 3D printing has come a long way. In fact, the FDA just approved the first 3D-printed drug signaling that we could be on the brink of a major change in the way we make, and take, medications. No longer the sole domain of rapid prototyping, 3D printing is now being used to make everything from a beautiful bridge in Amsterdam to custom-fit earphones and more. Check out how a student saved his school more than $10,000 by 3D printing an outdated, unavailable part for an old heater—preventing them from having to replace the entire system. READ MORE >