Autodesk

Autodesk Inc. is the leading 2D and 3D engineering, building and architecture software provider. This American multinational corporation was founded in 1982. Autodesk is headquartered in San Rafael (CA, USA); the company’s shares are traded at NASDAQ (ADSK).


Autodesk has got world popularity and recognition for its CAD products, at the first place, AutoCAD software. The company works in Digital Prototyping field, offering users visualizing and simulating digital models at the design stage. Another area of interest of Autodesk is the development of Building Information Modeling – special software that is able to generate three-dimensional building model.


Autodesk also has a subdivision that develops software for digital media creation. The company has managed to make its programs for film visual effects, animation editors and game development engines (such as Maya, 3ds max, Softimage and others) popular among professionals all over the world.