Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010
by George Omura
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Author: George OmuraEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-06-22
ISBN: 0470466030
Number of pages: 1224
Publisher: Sybex
Book Reviews of Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010
Book Review: So far, it's the best software how-to book I've used
Summary: 5 Stars
I got my copy of Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010 just a couple days ago, and am currently making my way through the first chapter, but I have to say I'm very impressed with the book so far.
What makes this book so special? The author seems to have a very good understanding of how people learn, and assumes absolutely NO prior knowledge to AC, walking the reader through the paces step by logical step. So far, the screen shots in the book replicate exactly what I see on screen, and all of the instructions make sense and are easy to follow.
One of the things I especially appreciate--and what I have never seen in any other software how-to book--is that the author is really able to put aside his own extensive knowledge and expertise and to understand things from an absolute beginner's standpoint. This goes as far as explaining how he will refer to various tools, commands, etc., as it is not at all self-evident (i.e. when one refers to the "circle" tool do they mean the circle tool in general, or the Center, Radius tool specifically, or???) I also like the way that he will refer to something and acknowledge that the topic has yet to be covered and also indicate when it will be, i.e. at one point after briefly touching on the Command Window, he writes: "I'll elaborate on the Command window in the section, 'Working in the Command Window' later in this chapter." This is helpful. I've used plenty of manuals that don't have this kind of "memory" for what they've told you and what they haven't, quite as if the author suffers from Alzheimer's and keeps re-introducing the same concepts while completely skipping over the introductions of others.
The book comes with handy reference material such as the "When Things Go Wrong" section in one Appendix. Other Appendices include "The Bottom Line," which is a quick review for each chapter and "Installing and Setting Up AutoCAD".
I look forward to "mastering" AutoCAD with this book and anticipate it will be a useful resource in the years to come.
Summary of Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010
An award-winning author presents a detailed tutorial covering every feature of this popular programEach year, Mastering AutoCAD appears at the top of the AutoCAD book sales charts; it's the world's all-time bestselling series on the AutoCAD design software. This revision thoroughly covers all the new features and gives you a complete education in AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.
Whether you're an architect or drafter, involved in another discipline that uses CAD software, or an AutoCAD instructor, you'll benefit from Omura's comprehensive coverage.
- Award-winning Autodesk Authorized Author, George Omura, has written more than 20 books on AutoCAD
- Uses concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects to fully cover both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT
- Introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools, then moves into intermediate skills such as effectively using hatches, fields, and tables
- Elaborates on the more important skills for real world applications like layouts, plotting, and quick 3D modeling
- Showcases the newest features including parametric design, free-form 3D mesh modeling, and enhanced PDF support
- Details advanced skills including attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and macro programming
- Explores 3D modeling and imaging, and discusses customization and integration
DVD includes video tutorials, a searchable PDF of the book, "before and after" tutorial files, a trial version of AutoCAD 2010, and additional tools and utilities
Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010 is equally effective as a tutorial and a stand-alone reference for this extremely popular technical drawing software.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.
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