Just when you though it couldn’t get any better. Sketchup is now free (for personal use).
Yup… It has come to pass. 3D for everyone.
SketchUP for FREE?
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Monthly Archives: April 2006
New software shipping
Well, my office has received the latest AutoCAD, and ADT 2007 – in DVD format for a change. Time to start planning the next implementation. 
Also as of 4/13, Revit 9 is now shipping. You can download the trial version or order a CD here: http://www.autodesk.com/revitbuilding
With a new Rooms object, detail library, & better IFC integration and import/export with SketchUP files, this release has a lot of things to get excited about. A more comprehensive review will follow in an upcoming post.
Back to Basics
In order to better take advantage of ADT, Building Systems or Civil 3D, we need a clear understanding of the basic tools for ‘drafting’.
Even with ‘intelligent objects’, we can’t draw everything. Today, I’ll be in Boston at this month’s Greater Boston Autodesk User Group meeting presenting on using AutoCAD’s drawing aids for placing geometry quickly and accurately.
Topics covered:
- Demystifying Polar and Object tracking
- Understanding relative coordinates and Dynamic Input
- Using override keys
- Placing blocks accurately, the first time
Google Reader
Want a convenient service to get caught up on all your favorite blogs?
Google Reader is a great web-based feed tool where you can manage subscriptions, categorize posts and even star your favorites. Categories, or items starred, can be shared publicly and can even be added to your own blog – as I’ve done below my links list.
You will need a gmail account to use this feature. Drop me a message and I’ll be happy to send an invite.
