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Yesterday I enrolled in Revit Software classes scheduled for early November. In simple terms it’s a computer based 3-D drafting program. Technically, Revit is a BIM program, which stands for “Building Information Modeling”. That means it’s an advanced 3-D drafting program that allows a company or an individual (me), to keep track of the diverse files needed to plan, design, and draft a project in great detail, provide detailed construction documents, and allow the owner to maintain the building throught its life.
This is a part of the “Big Picture” plans I made in late 2019, when I decided to take a few continuing software education classes to re-engage with my profession (Architecture, Interior and Residential Design). I enrolled at the Art Institute of Houston, and while it was a pleasant experience, the setting just wasn’t right for me. I’m best described as an in-person learner, I need a personal connection, so online courses don’t hold much appeal for me. I looked around and decided to go with the classes offered by my local Autodesk Revit drafting program vendor. I can learn the basics, and develop my learning path based on my needs.
My goal is to become technically proficient in Revit. From my experience with Autocad and Photoshop, I’ve found the best way to learn a new software is to immerse yourself completely in it, and use it as much as possible. Luckily I have a few projects in concept form that I’d like to develop for my portfolio. I’m hoping these projects will allow me to assimilate what I’ve learned, and will open avenues to learn the other more advanced aspects of the software.