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Start Training for the AU5K!

First, congratulations to all the speakers that were notified this week that they will be speaking at Autodesk University 2018 in Las Vegas! Thousands of proposals were submitted and the quality and competition for the event were top notch. Thank you to all that wrote and submitted a proposal. Thanks to last years attendees survey feedback, my Autodesk University 5K “AU5K” is once again happening for Autodesk University 2018. The morning run is an attendee favorite. This run started small... Read more →

Hurry Up and Vote for AU 2018 Classes

The deadline for voting on Autodesk University 2018 classes is this Friday, July 13th. You have the opportunity to help select which speakers and classes will be available when registration begins August 8. Vote for AU 2018 Classes Autodesk University 2018 is November 13-15, in Las Vegas. I hope to see you there. Read more →

Not at AU London this week?

Could make the trip for on reason or another? The AU team has you covered! with the live stream of the keynotes. https://autode.sk/2t7oXyL “AU London kicks off today, chock full of classes and learning sessions, mind-expanding keynotes, interactive exhibits, and receptions for networking with your peers. If you want to discover what lies ahead for the future of making and building, London’s Tobacco Dock is the place to be today. Can’t be there? You can still get in on the... Read more →

Submit your Autodesk University 2018 Proposals

Now is your chance to shine among your peers and help educate others on how to do things with Autodesk software and technology. You can submit your proposal to be selected to present a class or session this fall in Las Vegas at Autodesk University 2018. BECOME A SPEAKER AU Las Vegas, Forge DevCon, and Connect & Construct Summit AU is a learning community for today’s design and engineering professionals, from project managers and product users to decision makers and... Read more →

Autodesk University Proposals Opening Soon

Get your ideas ready to submit a class proposal for Autodesk University and Forge DevCon 2018! Competition is always heavy to be selected to present or teach at the premiere event with 10,000+ Autodesk customers in attendance. Learn more about what we're focused on this year. https://autode.sk/2wjWr0W Read more →

Remember that Time in Vegas?

Autodesk University 2015, oh yeah, May the Fourth Be With You! A popular and fun May 4th pun on the Star Wars “May the Force Be With You.” Autodesk product sessions, networking, tattoos, gelato, dancing, singing, and fun. What happens at Autodesk University Las Vegas, doesn't stay in Vegas. Conference bathroom lines aren’t fun for anyone. Skinny Jeans??? #NOPE In honor of May The Fourth several Autodesk offices have Star Wars playing in common areas including the shiny new Autodesk... Read more →

Autodesk University Dubai

In addition to the big Autodesk University held in Las Vegas, there are several Autodesk University events held around the world. Autodesk University Middle East is being held May 7-8 in beautiful Dubai. Register now to explore the Future of Making Things! http://autode.sk/2GMr6FU Read more →

AU5K Run Results

It has been only 2 months since Autodesk University 2017, but many of us will never forget it. I especially won’t forget the first year my AU annual run was made into an official event and a huge hit with well over 100 runners participating. I can’t wait until next year and healing my left knee meniscus to be able to get back to my normal running self. Here are the AU5K aka Shaan’s Run results.It wasn't a race by... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Classes Posted

Classes from AU 2017 are now online for you to go gain knowledge and skills from the top Autodesk product experts. http://autode.sk/2jRDB8H What are you waiting for, go learn something. You could event do a lunch and learn in your office on a class or topic. Read more →

How about an Autodesk Shoe

At the recent Autodesk University 2017 in the exhibit hall there was a great exhibit featuring Portland Oregon based Pensole Footwear Academy. Portland is the epicenter of athletic shoe design with Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, and others having a large presence here in Portland. Pensole Footwear Academy was started by former Nike designer who was the designer of the popular Air Jordan basketball shoes. Pensole was created as a way to help curate future shoe designers teaching them shoe design,... Read more →

Most Popular Speaker at Autodesk University 2017

The most talked about and lined up for speaker at Autodesk University 2017 was, well a real speaker this year that you could build yourself. At Autodesk University, a group of attendees participated in a Product Innovation Platform track organized and designed by Autodesk’s Garin Gardiner. Participants designed the speaker starting from the speaker body in Autodesk Fusion 360 and the circuits in Autodesk Eagle as well as generating the CNC G-code to machine the parts. Those that were not... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Day 3 and Final Day

Thursday November 16, 2017 was the last and final day of Autodesk University. The day kicked off with the breakfast for thousands of attendees. Video: Day 3 in 60 seconds There was both industry keynotes being held at the same time so you had to either choose or run between both like I did. The AEC Keynote is larger as the AU attendee is more heavily AEC than MFG but both keynotes were excellent and unveiled many new product features... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Day 2

Wednesday November 15, 2017 was action packed including a sunrise yoga option for early rising attendees that was sold out. Those who did not rise early were still greeted by the same long hallways of the Palazzo or Venetian. Video: Day Two at AU Las Vegas 2017 in 60 Seconds Many may have needed the yoga centering for the news that was shown on the Technology Keynote by Autodesk Senior Vice President, Design and Creation Products Amy Bunszel speaking about... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Day 1

This is the largest Autodesk University, ever at over 10,500 attendees here in Las Vegas. See the official Autodesk University 2017 Day 1 Recap Video Here are some of my photos that I have not yet edited. Enjoy. We started the day with Shaan’s Run aka the AU5K at 6am out in front of the Venetian. I was floored, 140 runners showed up for the big event complete with an announcer, music, breakfast, signs and great black matte aluminum insulated... Read more →

Dam Good Day

Today we took two buses of Autodesk University attendees on a field trip to the Hoover Dam. Dave Winslow of the US Bureau of Reclamation and myself presented the 3D reality capture work we did upriver at the Glen Canyon Dam using LiDAR, SONAR, and photogrammetry for perhaps the largest point cloud dataset. After the presentation all those attending got a nice tour of the Hoover Dam. A huge thank you to Dave Winslow and the Bureau of Reclamation, Stephanie... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Day 0

I arrived yesterday and got all registered and then met with some old and new friends and colleagues and then watched the Rock and Roll Marathon where many AU attendees where running this year. Today is the day before Autodesk University 2017 officially begins. There are many events going on such as the Forge DevCon, Computational BIM Workshop, Leadership Forum, AU Orientations, Welcome Reception, and so much more. FAQ | Autodesk University Las Vegas 2017 The exhibit Hall and Keynotes... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Tips

We are less than a week from Autodesk University. After attending every Las Vegas based Autodesk University, I have compiled a long list of tips over the years for not only surviving, but making the most of AU. For many attendees Autodesk University is not just 12 hours a day as there are activities virtually around the clock so pace yourself and get organized before you land in Las Vegas with a plan. Autodesk University is the premier Autodesk customer... Read more →

AU5K aka Shaans Run Update

The Autodesk University annual AU5K is an official AU event this year and called Shaan’s Run being held next Tuesday the 14th of November at 6am, but show up by at least 5:45 for a group photo. This fun morning run has been going on unofficially for a few years and is not a run but an opportunity for people of all levels walk to run and to get some fresh air outside the resort, see the sunrise, meet awesome... Read more →

The Future of Making at Autodesk University

Normally at Autodesk University you attend to see and learn from great speakers, but in this case you get to make an awesome custom speaker. In the Product Innovation Platform track you will get to go through each step from the beginning electrical design in Autodesk Eagle to the product design and machining in Fusion 360 and at the end of the track you will get to assemble and take your custom CNC machined wood enclosure speaker. Here is a... Read more →

Special Hoover Dam Field Trip at Autodesk University

Yes, Dam excited about this special Hoover Dam Field Trip and you can join us at Autodesk University 2017. Join the Dam tour and endure the long list of bad Dam puns I have, but it will be totally worth it to see such a monumental and iconic infrastructure project and learn how we digitally captured a large dam in 3D. The US Bureau of Reclamation and myself will be your safe, knowledgeable, and entertaining hosts on this special tour.... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Social Meetup

After several years of holding the Autodesk University Social Meetup or the Blogger Social, we are taking a year off. We will look at possibly holding this event next year. There will be many other events and opportunities for us to meet up at Autodesk University. See you at AU! -Shaan Read more →

Autodesk University AU5K Update

In just 56 days Autodesk University will begin, and on that very morning we will have the first official AU5K. I have ran with a growing group over the past few years. Last year we had 50+ attendees running in the morning to get some fresh air, see the Las Vegas strip without people and a sunrise, and to network. This is not a race, but a fun movement and something that should be at more conferences. You can walk,... Read more →

Fusion 360 Update 8.8.17 Honk if You Love Sheet Metal

A great update went live today for Autodesk Fusion 360. Holy Fusion 360 Sheet Metal Batman! You should update your Fusion 360, kick the tires and read about the update and awesome contest and prizes including Autodesk University 2017 passes. August 8, 2017 Update – What’s New Fusion 360 Sheet Metal Challenge ”To celebrate the release of sheet metal in Fusion 360, we’re putting on a brand new sheet metal-themed challenge. One of our team members needs a new bumper... Read more →

Autodesk University 2017 Registration Open Aug 9th

Autodesk University 2017 registration opens this Wednesday August 9, 2017, are you ready and have your class wish list? Early bird discounts are available now with registration opening the 9th. There are only 99 days until AU 2017! I hope you will join me for the fun AU5k early Tuesday morning before classes. You will get a great tee-shirt and meet some awesome people running, jogging, or causally walking at sunrise to get some fresh air to start your AU... Read more →

AU5K 2017 Shirts

A almost two weeks ago, I requested feedback and ideas (AU5K Shirts) for a AU5K run shirt design. Most of the feedback I received liked the idea of “I Run Autodesk University” as a tagline. So we are going with that. Here is the prototype shirt design I created. Please post your ideas and thoughts in the comments. For those wanting to know what the AU5K is: Autodesk University 2016 AU5K Runs For the past few years we have had... Read more →