What AU means to me has definitely evolved over the years. The first couple of years was just taking classes. There was a year there that I worked at a booth i the exhibit hall. Now, to be speaking (just one class this year) or assisting with labs (I was busy assisting in five different labs this year).
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AU 2010 is over… Or is it?
Now that I’m starting my recovery and detoxing from the events of last weeks Autodesk University, I wanted to drop a brief post to let everyone know, it’s not quite over. And it’s the best time to start thinking about next years AU.
LOOK; LEARN; BE WOWED; and PLAN on attending next year’s AU.
Be on the look out.
In the near future, keep your eye on www.Civil3d.com and the rest of the blogging community for all the great information that will be shared based on new approaches to utilizing Civil 3D as well as other new Autodesk technologies. I promise that there will be some really exciting tips and tools that you may already have at your finger tips that you may not realize.
Importantly, AU is NOT over!
In addition to the regular AU’s events that were held in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay last week there are still many affiliated AU events happening around the world and quite possibly in your neighborhood. These events are brought to you by way of Autodesk University Extension.
Starting December 6, 2010 and extending through February 11, 2011, AU Extension events are planned for cities worldwide. Each event, hosted by Autodesk Channel Partners, is unique and tailored to fit the specific needs of the local Autodesk community. Find an event that is close to you.
To Register go to http://au.autodesk.com/?nd=aux2010_event
Get Excited for new Autodesk Technology.
Checkout Project Galileo. Wow, you’re going to like what you see. I guarantee it!
You have to check out this video…
http://labs.autodesk.com/utilities/galileo/
Project Galileo is an easy-to-use planning tool for creating 3D city models from civil, geospatial and building data, and 3D models. Galileo also enables users to sketch conceptual infrastructure ideas within the 3D city model. Using Galileo, planners, GIS analysts, project managers, and architects can help stakeholders better understand infrastructure projects and plans in the context of the built and natural environment.
NOW is the time to plan for next year’s AU.
This is the time of year when all companies are strategizing and finalizing their annual budgets for the following year. By all means, make sure they allow some room in the budget for allowing you to attend next years AU. I know it’s very hard to try to do some convincing to your bosses in October to allow you to attend the yearly AU in November.
Start convincing NOW! There are so many reasons to attend. The first main reason is that you will always learn something. I have attended 5 AU’s and every single time I have learned something, (not just new), but also very valuable to my company and to my clients. The Networking is second to none in the industry. You will meet new and interesting people that have the same type of interests on all different levels.
The one thing that I (personally) took advantage of this year is the certification exams. They are held at AU all week long free of charge, and you can set yourself and your company apart from the other competition. This in itself is a very good marketing tool for yourself as well as your entire company. Having someone or multiple people certified in your office gives your clients that assurance that they will receive quality and efficient utilization of the software that is used in designing their project. This is so important in today’s economy. Seriously, make a point to bring it to your bosses attention now. If their excuse or reasoning is the current economic troubles, then this point of selling AU to your boss as a marketing tool just might make him realize that the benefit is not just for the attending individual(s). It’s for the entire company!
If that’s not enough for your boss, drop me a line and I’ll add a few more reasons. 😉
Packing for AU
Autodesk University 2010 starts next Tuesday (Monday for some events). This week is spent for many of us just figuring out how much we can get in carry-ons and to make sure that we haven’t forgotten anything since this is the EVENT OF THE YEAR.
For me, a required read each year in prepping for AU is Dana’s old ‘AU Packing List’ post from 2007. For those who have never read it you can find it here.
I look forward to AU mainly to meet new/old faces and really get to know those in the community. I am teaching a class but also will be assisting with a few others. Look forward to seeing you there.
If you can’t make it, drop me an email at joshua.modglin AT inmotioncon.com and the first few who correctly can name the software that InMotion has will receive AU Virtual Premium Passes.
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AU 2010 Class – Sneak Peek!
It has been a long time waiting but once you see the LARGE list of classes being offered you will know why.
Get a sneak peek at the class list for AU 2010 at http://au.autodesk.com or go straight to the PDF
Figure out which classes you would like to take before registration begins in September.
Hope to see you there.
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Fry Your Brain with SITEOPS® (Repeat)
(Yes, I’m repeating this post. There’s another seminar tomorrow, register here.)
One of my favorite feelings is when I can watch a demo and feel my jaw drop. Civil 3D the first time, iPhoto with Face matching, Sketchbook on the iPhone. The past few years, I’ve always made a point to visit SITEOPS crew at AU. I saw some of their stuff a few years back, and it was neat, but felt a bit of a one-trick pony. This year? I got my jaw dropped. We had a few minutes to chat, and I am just blown away by how much this stuff has improved in the current releas
So, want to enjoy a good smile and watch how design should be done? They’re hosting a webinar on Wednesday to discuss how their clients use SITEOPS in the site design process for schools, but I think you’ll see quickly how your company could use this. There’s a 10 minute demo here and check out the full webinar. Be sure to bring a napkin for the drool.
