Implementing new technologies in a business can prove to be difficult, specially if we don't have a clear idea of the benefits it can provide. This session will cover the why, where, and how to start empowering almost any AEC or product development with the latest real-time 3D visualization technologies. Today, game engines are faster and more powerful than ever, allowing architects, engineers and scientists to visualize, interact and review their projects like they were finished; featuring rich graphics, custom functionalities and real-world scale naturally perceived by using a VR headset. While all that may sound difficult, continuous advancements in 3D tools are making it possible for you to create real-time, VR-ready projects in less time - and in a cost-effective way.

Do you want to add game engines like Unreal Engine or Stingray to your toolkit, but you're not sure what you're getting yourself into? Then this class is for you. In this session, you'll hear from a 20-plus-year 3D expert about his transition from the rendered world to the real-time world. You'll hear about how to make sure your data is relevant to the context of a real-time environment, how to create proper geometry, and what transfers and what doesn't. This class will reveal the realities of the on-ramp to using real-time engines. And you'll gain direction as to where you should and shouldn't be spending your time to make your projects successful and visually appealing.

Are you a MicroStation user moving to AutoCAD software? Is your company using both CAD packages? One of the first steps to success is to understand the differences between these CAD packages and learn to think like AutoCAD software. This session is designed to familiarize the experienced MicroStation user with AutoCAD software and its functionality. Learn what makes AutoCAD software such a successful CAD package and how you can be more productive in this environment. Learn how to capitalize on your MicroStation knowledge so this transition can be less stressful. Attending this session is guaranteed to improve your understanding of AutoCAD software, an essential skill if you are transitioning from another CAD package or working in a multiCAD environment.

This class will introduce users to the Slate Material Editor in 3ds Max software. Some longtime users are still using the CME (Compact Material Editor), and many new users may find it confusing or overwhelming. This class will break down the parts and functionality of the node-based editor window, and offer many timesaving tips and tricks for creating stunning materials for 3D.

This intermediate-to-advanced hands-on lab offers AutoCAD 3D software veterans and 2D users a chance to explore 2D model documentation of 3D models from AutoCAD 2015 software and Inventor 2015 software. Create base views and projected views from 3D models. Learn to edit the 3D models, update the derived drawing views, add dimensions to the drawing views, and modify the 3D model to update the dimensions. Are commands such as Flatshot, Solview, Soldraw, and Solproj superseded? Come find out. In this class we also explore the EXPORTLAYOUT command for exporting a layout that contains drawing views to model space. If you've used AutoCAD 3D software in the past or you are new to 3D but have a good 2D background, attend this lab and get ready to be surprised.

This will be the first opportunity to see the all new Autodesk Stingray technology. Learn why this technology will change the way content is created and consumed across all industries Autodesk serves, from media & entertainment to architecture, engineering, construction and manufacturing. See how Stingray integrates tightly with other Autodesk tools to offer an incredibly efficient, data-driven, iterative process to create next generation content. See first-hand how Project Expo leverages Stingray technology to deliver a powerful new tool to visualise your creative vision. Learn why Autodesk Stingray technology will be a key technology in the future of making content.

Cybercrime and espionage have increased dramatically since 2012, and the types of cyber threats are profoundly more dangerous and effective. Learn how you can protect yourself and your business from this relentless assault. This session features AutoCAD. AIA Approved

The Summit will focus on customer-driven discussions, from the evolution of project-delivery best practices to customer-driven technology presentations. The discussion will focus on emerging technology and workflow/process change that is empowering connected Building Information Modeling (BIM) in transportation. We'll be focusing on transportation and having in-depth conversations on addressing key issues in transportation and direction that technology should go to support complex, cross-disciplinary projects. New this year we'll focus on the construction needs of the transportation segment. Networking opportunities during hosted break and pre-reception.

This class will showcase examples of combining emergent technology with Autodesk, Inc.’s, suite of products to create innovative workflows within the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. Learn how we’re moving away from just design and document, and moving toward a series of workflows that empower ideas, enable optimization, and create stakeholder engagement through digital and tactile experiences. See examples, such as how to go from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) data capture through to an analytical model for simulations using ReCap software, ReMake software, SimTools software, and Autodesk CFD software (formerly known as Simulation CFD software). Learn about developing virtual reality / augmented reality simulations using 3ds Max software and Stingray game engine. And discover using Fusion 360 software and 3D printing as mediums for crossing technical knowledge barriers. All this and more without writing a single line of code—thanks to the seamless workflows across the Autodesk products! This session features Autodesk ReMake and SimStudio. AIA Approved

In the multiple cultures of the business world of today it has become more important for both published applications and in house applications to be easily used by anyone. Over the past year one of my main tasks has been to localize our projects for multiple cultures. Globalization is designing and developing applications for users in multiple cultures and Localization is the process of customizing data and resources for specific cultures for applications. In this class, we talk about and demonstrate building an AutoCAD® plugin that is localized for multiple cultures. We will create resource files adding strings that are displayed in the application, have commands that are culture aware and setup the user interface including dialogs that handle different cultures. Although this class will be targeted for AutoCAD® applications most of what will be covered applies to any .NET development.

This class will focus on basic workflows in Stingray game engine to get your project into Stingray game engine for visualization. We will focus on what you need to do to prep your data and convert your design data to a Stingray project. You will discover the pitfalls to avoid, and you’ll get to an interactive model quickly. And we will cover basic interaction. The class will assume you have familiarity with 3ds Max software and either InfraWorks 360 software or AutoCAD Civil 3D software. Both are preferred. This session features Autodesk Stingray, 3ds Max, and InfraWorks 360. AIA Approved

The class will go through the different steps of developments of a virtual-reality (VR) experience applied to the field of architecture and real estate. The class will discuss planning, scripting, storyboarding, prototyping, shooting for VR content, shooting aerial content for VR, producing 3D computer-generated content, and tracking live-action spherical content for VR. We’ll also discuss visual effects, compositing, and post-production for VR content. We’ll cover the planning and implementation of the experience—the distribution of the experience. This session features 3ds Max and Autodesk Stingray. AIA Approved

Building on concepts originally introduced in AutoCAD 2013 SP 1.1, AutoCAD 2014 software implemented a much more stringent security model in place for applications. This has been introduced to combat the rise of malware that targets AutoCAD. This class teaches you everything you need to know about the new security features inside of AutoCAD and how to create apps that observe these new security features.

CAD managers need to know several key success factors. They may not be what you expect. Key factors include software, hardware, your firm, your industry, and yourself. We will review each of these with a focus on uncovering critical perspectives and knowledge that you need to add to your talent mix. Find out how to move beyond the basics and build on your technical skills with management and leadership prowess. This session features AutoCAD. AIA Approved

Its not just AutoCAD anymore - the Design Automation API now includes Revit and Inventor. This class presents an introduction to newly expanded Forge Design Automation API. Members of the Revit, AutoCAD and Inventor Design Automation teams will discuss the general API architecture, specific implementation details and examples for automating the three products separately and in concert. (Joint AU/Forge DevCon class).

This session will cover collaboration between architects and design visualization specialists within the Live Design network. Once a Revit software user generates an Autodesk LIVE project, any design visualization specialist can jump in and take that project to another level. Using knowledge from 3ds Max software and Stingray game engine, let’s see how we can easily add dynamic content to create an immersive presentation. Game engine technologies can really enhance the design visualization process—it’s all about real-time storytelling! This hands-on lab will give an overview of the power of each software system when they’re combined. During the lab, we will go from Revit software, to Autodesk LIVE software, to Stingray game engine, then finally close the loop and send the project back into Autodesk LIVE. This session features Autodesk Stingray, Autodesk LIVE, and 3ds Max. AIA Approved

In this course, we'll cover the rules and techniques for generating experiences for virtual reality (VR). We'll go through the lessons learned in VR at Gensler, along with the different kinds of VR that are available to designers today. From 360º rendering to room-scale VR, there are plenty of options to dive into.

AutoCAD software provides advanced 3D modeling and design visualization tools that enable you to get a better understanding of how a project will work before you build it. This course will cover tips and tricks of 3D modeling using real-world examples of 3D modeling concepts and processes. After this presentation you will be able to impress your boss and co-workers with your newfound knowledge

This class will be an in-depth look at one firm's road into virtual reality (VR) and how we use it as a design tool. The road was unpaved and littered with skeptics and the unknown. Pushing forward led us somewhere unexpected. We'll run through a case study involving upwards of 10 active projects that benefited from and pushed our knowledge of VR. Using a live Vive demonstration, we'll go inside these projects and show how they benefited from this new technology. There will be time at the end for questions, and the opportunity for attendees to get hands-on with our builds. This discussion will include a basic understanding of our workflow, translating models from Revit software into 3ds Max software then into the Stingray gaming engine and also Unity.

Dirty laundry is no fun! Many have tried it; many have given up on it. This class will show you how to clean those sheets! Sheet Set Manager (SSM), in my opinion, is one of the most underutilized tools available to all AutoCAD software users across the AutoCAD platform. It's designed to save time and money. Understanding SSM can help improve your efficiency and productivity. Impress your colleagues and managers as you modify entire project sheet sets in minutes versus hours. Change common sheet elements, such as page numbering, sheet titles, dates, revision data, and custom fields. In this class, you will learn the ease of how to set up a title block/cover sheet template with fields built into it. We will show you best practices for taking advantage of SSM. You will learn all about fields and the ways to use them in a sheet set to improve your productivity. Finally, you will learn how to set up plotting for a sheet set so that SSM will plot your drawings for you, including e-transmitting those drawings.