Autodesk DevCamps 2008

Architecture, Engineering & Construction

The Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) DevCamp is the software developer conference for anyone considering or actively developing applications and integrations with Autodesk’s architecture, engineering, and construction technologies, including Revit® (all versions), AutoCAD® Architecture, Autodesk® NavisWorks®, and AutoCAD® Civil 3D® software.

Open to customers, VARs, ISVs, and members of the Autodesk Developer Network (ADN), the three-day AEC DevCamp features more than 20 training classes on Autodesk’s industry-specific customization and application programming interfaces (APIs). There are introductory classes for people just starting to customize and advanced topics on how to architect and implement state-of-the-art software solutions for professional software developers. In addition, there is a business track for business owners who want to learn how to expand their business by leveraging Autodesk’s sales and marketing resources.

Date and Location

June 16-18, 2008
Wakefield, Massachusetts (near Boston)

Fees

Standard registration fee is US$600. Register by April 30, 2008, for a $100 early-bird discount. Additional attendees from the same company receive a special $100 discount. Registration fee includes classes, all food, and an event T-shirt. Travel and hotel costs not included.

Featured Speakers

Agenda

Our goal is to make you a more efficient and effective software developer. AEC DevCamp follows a three-day format:

  • Day 1: Arrival
    • Opening session with keynote presentations by Autodesk senior business and engineering executives
    • Breakout sessions that provide an overview of Autodesk product and technology
  • Day 2: In-depth breakout sessions
    • Four tracks of API training and concepts
    • One track on business development topics
    • Ongoing “meet the expert” opportunities
  • Day 3: Closing session (half day)
    • Four tracks of API training and concepts
    • Closing keynote speech from an Autodesk senior business or engineering executive
AEC DevCamp Detailed Agenda (xls - 190Kb)

Why Attend

  • Attend classes on developing and integrating with Revit Architecture, Revit Structure, Revit MEP, AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD MEP, Autodesk NavisWorks, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and more
  • Talk directly with Autodesk’s AEC product management and engineering teams
  • Hear directly from Autodesk’s AEC senior management on the future of architecture, engineering, and construction design tools; building information modeling (BIM); and sustainable design
  • Have a one-on-one meeting with an Autodesk product or API expert as part of our “meet the expert” program
  • Share information and develop relationships with other developers just like you

What You Will Learn

  • How to create competitive advantage through customization, integration, and add-ons
  • How to increase design productivity by 25 percent, 50 percent, and more
  • How to take full advantage of BIM to create added value for your company and customers
  • What Autodesk is doing to enable sustainable design
  • Where Autodesk is leading the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry
  • How to get started using Autodesk’s AEC application programming interfaces (APIs)
  • Advanced application development concepts and techniques using the architecture, engineering, and construction APIs
  • How to market and sell to Autodesk customers—and how to leverage your relationship with Autodesk (these classes are designed for commercial software developers)