37 posts categorized "AI"

In today's rapidly evolving technology landscape, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. One of the most transformative technologies is Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI. Recognizing the immense potential and growing demand for AI expertise, Microsoft has made available eighteen free generative AI courses designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills. Why AI Skills Matter AI is more than just a buzzword; it's a fundamental shift in how technology interacts with the world. From enhancing business processes to enabling new forms of creativity, AI's applications are vast and varied. By diving into AI learning, you not only enhance your professional value but also open up new opportunities for innovation and problem-solving. Read more →


I’m leading a panel on AEC Industry Software at AUGI CON 2024 on the 2nd day. This 90-minute panel is not aimed at marketing or sales pitches, nor will it be a debate. Instead, it is designed to be an informative and engaging 90-minute discussion that highlights various perspectives and experiences from industry experts and software developers. Our goal is to provide our live audience, primarily AEC software users, with valuable insights into the evolution of AEC software, its current challenges, innovative solutions, and a look into what the future holds.To ensure the session is as enriching and informative as possible, we are assembling a group of panelists (AEC Software, AEC Startups, and AEC Industry Experts) who can contribute unique viewpoints on these topics. Read more →


OpenAI’s new text-to-video technology named Sora is pretty amazing but the repercussions to many industries are profound… Many CGI/VFX tool-building companies and the creatives that use them may feel anxiety-inducing when a written text prompt to video AI tool can create a video in minutes that could take weeks to traditionally create using desktop tools. Read more →


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 with a unique purpose and audience in mind. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about AI, there's something here for everyone. Read more →


Explore the intersection of customer journeys and digital transformation in the AEC and manufacturing sectors. This blog post digs into how technologists, CAD, and BIM designers can enhance customer experiences and streamline processes through innovative digital strategies. Learn about integrating advanced technologies, customer-centric design, and the latest trends in CAD/BIM for improved project outcomes. Perfect for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing looking to stay ahead in a digitally evolving landscape. Read more →


This Virtual Autodesk support assistant, offers tips, automation help, and coached training for Autodesk products. It uses content from the web and learnings abstracted from that to offer helpful info to trouble shoot issues or learn new skills for Autodesk products like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and Revit. I also created several other assistants including one for SolidWorks and one to give love advice from a Dung Beetle named Lovebug. Read more →


The construction industry is undergoing a technological and digital transformation, and one of the evolving and emerging technologies are in the area of reality capture including drone (UAS) photogrammetry and aerial LiDAR. Both technologies offer unique advantages in capturing high-quality data for construction projects, making them invaluable tools for modern AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) professionals. Read more →


What is Extended Reality (XR)? The advent of XR has been very helpful for many industries, including Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) and also Manufacturing. XR technology is revolutionizing the way we design, construct, and manage buildings and infrastructure, facilitating better communication, enhancing collaboration, inspection, and increasing overall productivity and efficiency. Read more →


Last Wednesday, OpenAI released their ChatGPT for free and is based on GPT-3.5. https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/ ChatGPT is like a smarter search engine as a bot with the ability to create results including code or text in response to natural language queries. What I find interesting and the possibilities exciting as well as spooky is the ability to not only get really interesting returns to text questions but also write code including Autodesk product customization like ObjectARX, Lisp, Forge, Dynamo, or mel for Maya and Maxscript for 3ds Max. simply by asking the ChatGPT. ”ChatGPT: Optimizing Language Models for Dialogue We’ve trained a model called ChatGPT which interacts in a conversational way. Read more →


How will we design sustainable communities in the future? Debuting this November, take a first look at the new interactive exhibit from Autodesk and Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building “Future Communities” highlights the benefits of automation in how we work.... Read more →