AutoCAD® 2011 & AutoCAD LT® 2011 Bible

Foreword

Congratulations!

Whether you are an experienced AutoCAD user or a newer member of the community, you have just made a very worthwhile investment with the AutoCAD 2011 & AutoCAD LT 2011 Bible. This book will be a valuable reference and guide that we expect you will use on a regular basis to help you become more proficient and more productive with AutoCAD.

The AutoCAD Bible is an excellent resource for learning and getting up to speed quickly on the power of this new AutoCAD release. Everything from the basics of AutoCAD drafting and documentation tools to 3D modeling and design to programming is covered in this book. You have access to real-world examples and AutoCAD drawings that will help you learn and understand new concepts through hands-on exercises. The step-by-step examples include drawing files so you can follow along and continue your learning at any time.

Ellen has been writing books about AutoCAD for many years and has established herself as a true AutoCAD contributor, both at Autodesk and in the AutoCAD community. She is an active member of our beta community and helps shape the future of AutoCAD. You are truly learning from one of the finest and most experienced professionals in this field.

While the depth of content in this book may seem intimidating, I encourage you to jump right in. Pick out a topic or tool you want to learn about, or choose one each week to expand your knowledge. In no time, you'll be learning new and better ways of working with AutoCAD.

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