{"product_id":"autocad-for-dummies-17e","title":"AutoCAD For Dummies 17e","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook info:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoCAD For Dummies 17e (Paperback, 544 pages) – For Dummies, 2016. Language: English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n The bestselling AutoCAD book—revised and updated!\u003cp\u003eIt takes some practice to get handy with AutoCAD—and it doesn't hurt to have a good guide by your side to help get you through the rough spots. Updated to cover AutoCAD releases through the 2017 version, this new edition of AutoCAD For Dummies is an ideal companion when you're learning the basics of the popular software. Written by a former engineer and AutoCAD teacher, the book walks you through the basics of setting up projects and making simple drawings all the way up to creating 3D models. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginning with an overview of the AutoCAD interface, drawing tools, and ways to adjust your view of your work, AutoCAD For Dummies offers easy-to-follow guidance on using straight and curved lines to manage properties, object selection, and creating layouts. Next, it shows you how to use advanced AutoCAD tools, including Blocks, Arrays, Xrefs, and Parametrics. Finally, you'll find out how to move your work in to the wonderful world of 3D modeling. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an AutoCAD project from the ground up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake and edit basic drawings starting with straight lines and curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJump into advanced drawing with 3D modeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind quick answers to your AutoCAD questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's true that AutoCAD is tough, but with the friendly instruction in this hands-on guide, you'll find everything you need to start creating marvelous models—without losing your cool.\u003c\/p\u003e  \n\n                                         Editorial Reviews                   From the Back Cover   \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an AutoCAD project from the ground up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake basic drawings starting with straight lines and curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJump into advanced drawing with 3D modeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere's the easy way to learn AutoCAD\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutoCAD may be complex, but this book is not! This expert author shows you how to navigate the interface, set up a project, create drawings, manage properties, and enhance your designs with text and dimensions. Once you master the basics, he'll guide you through advanced tools such as blocks, arrays, and xrefs, all the way to 3D modeling. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside… \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to start a drawing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethods of viewing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll about lines and curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools for editing drawings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for adding text\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointers on plotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp handling parametrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteps for 3D modeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful system variables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e           About the Author   \u003cp\u003eBill Fane is a retired professional engineer and mechanical design instructor. He has taught classes on AutoCAD and other design tools, and contributes regularly to Cadalyst magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e                                           ","brand":"Bill Fane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46071091822826,"sku":"9781119255796","price":31.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/5301\/6298\/files\/718fEqlmV6L._SL1500.jpg?v=1781283007","url":"https:\/\/textbookme.store\/products\/autocad-for-dummies-17e","provider":"TextbookMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}