Categories Autodesk History

Autodesk Turns 42 – January 30, 1982

Autodesk was founded on January 30th, 1982 by John Walker and a group of co-founders. The company became public in 1985. Early on, Autodesk focused on developing AutoCAD, which quickly became its flagship product. AutoCAD's introduction of AutoLISP in 1986 allowed for third-party developers to extend its functionality,…

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Categories Bend Oregon

Thawing Out

The past two weeks have been filled with unseasonably cold weather with a bunch of snow followed by freezing rain and ice. Here are a few photos of the growing snow at our home and playing in it. Now it’s time for us to escape to warm up.

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Categories AEC

AUGI CON 2024 – Unleash Your CAD & BIM Superpowers!

The AUGICON24 Call For Speakers has begun, and there are two ways for you to speak. I know several have a class proposal in their back pocket that they haven't submitted to other events or had declined by other events. This is an opportunity to shine to the…

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Categories CAD

Throwback Thursday – SolidWorks 95

SolidWorks 1995 marked the debut of SolidWorks as a computer-aided design (CAD) software. Being the first release, it laid the foundation for what would become a widely used tool in the engineering and design industries.

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Categories AI

Decoding AI Training

In the ever-evolving world of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a beacon of innovation and intelligence. Yet, despite its widespread application and growing significance, the intricacies of how AI is trained remain shrouded in complexity.

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Categories Beta Info

Beta Testing in the Agile Development Cycle

Beta testing is a critical phase in the Agile development cycle, often misunderstood or undervalued. Agile methodologies prioritize flexibility, efficiency, and above all, delivering value to the customer. In this context, beta testing emerges as a vital bridge between development and real-world application.

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Categories AI

Discover the World of Custom GPTs: A Guide to Unique AI Experiences

In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, custom GPT models have emerged as a fascinating frontier. These models, tailored for specific tasks, interests, or styles, offer a more personalized AI experience. Today, I'm excited to share with you a selection of my own custom GPT creations, each designed…

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