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3ds Max SDK
Extend software functionality for 3D modeling, animation, rendering, design visualization, and more.
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AEC Data Model API
Access granular design data directly from the cloud to easily browse data structures, automate tasks, generate reports, and more.
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Alias APIs
Generate geometry, including subdivision objects, NURBS surfaces and curves as well as create custom plug-ins, write conversion utilities, and more.
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Application Management API
Easily collaborate on projects, enhance security with secret rotation, and track daily usage for more efficient APS application management.
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Arnold API
Customize workflows, create new features, and achieve high-quality rendering with advanced lighting and shading effects.
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Authentication API
Generate tokens using the OAuth 2.0 standard to authenticate requests made to APS APIs and SDKs.
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AutoCAD APIs and SDKs
Extend functionality, automate tasks, and access various AutoCAD aspects for flexible integration and customization.
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Autodesk CFD APIs
Enhance your design process through the flexibility to automate tasks, create custom tasks and results quantities, and generate output in specialized formats.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud APIs
Create powerful integrations to extend platform capabilities in the construction ecosystem.
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Autodesk Fusion APIs
Enhance the cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB software platform, integrate with external systems, and streamline workflows.
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Autodesk Fusion Manage APIs
Autodesk Fusion Manage is a product lifecycle management resource that connects people, processes, and data across departments and geographies.
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BIM 360 APIs
Integrate with Autodesk BIM 360 to extend capabilities and reach untapped segments of the construction ecosystem needing direct BIM data access.
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BuildingConnected and TradeTapp APIs
Access data from BuildingConnected Pro, Bid Board Pro and TradeTapp—a platform that streamlines bidding and qualification.
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Civil 3D APIs and SDKs
Access a wide range of Civil 3D objects, settings, and functionality to extend and customize the software to your civil engineering and infrastructure design needs.
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Data Exchange API
Efficiently connect and access subsets of design data in your app of choice, without hefty file translations, imports, or exports.
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Data Management API
Access data from BIM 360 Team, Fusion Team, BIM 360 Docs, and Object Storage Service to create apps that enhance data display and provide added value to users.
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Data Visualization SDK
Visualize heatmaps and sprites with custom data on your design models to create Digital Twin solutions using the Data Visualization and Viewer APIs.
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Design Automation API
Automate repetitive tasks by leveraging the scale of the Autodesk platform and running scripts on your design files in the cloud.
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FBX SDK
Create plug-ins, converters, and other applications that use Autodesk FBX technology to translate and exchange 3D assets and media from a variety of sources.
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Flame SDK
Automate workflows, integrate external systems, and enhance collaboration in 3D compositing, VFX, and color grading software for visual effects and post-production projects.
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Flow Graph Engine API
Enhance design processes and run multiple operations concurrently with cloud-based automation, optimizing resources and time.
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Flow Production Tracking API
Use a comprehensive review and production tracking toolset designed specifically for VFX, games, and animation teams.
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Forma API
Extend Autodesk Forma to automate design tasks, manage data, integrate tools to generate geometry, and develop custom project workflows.
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Fusion Operations API
Access your production data, monitor in real-time, integrate with external systems and automate workflows in Fusion Operations.
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Inventor APIs and SDKs
Customize and automate operations in Inventor, and enable integration with third-party applications like PDM, NC, and FEM products for expanded functionality.
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Manufacturing Data Model API
Read, write, and extend manufacturing design data.
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Maya APIs and SDKs
Create custom plugins and tools for efficient content creation workflows like 3D modeling, animation, effects, and rendering software for film, TV, and games.
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Model Derivative API
Generate Viewer-compatible outputs from over 60 CAD file formats, while also extracting metadata about the model and its individual objects.
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Parameters API
Store and manage parameter definitions in the cloud. Organize your parameters efficiently using new features like collections and labels, all in one location.
Partner Web Services
Streamline business ops and manage transactions with Autodesk, including order fulfillment, pricing, invoicing and verifying order and license details.
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Premium Reporting API
Access Autodesk Single-User Subscription and Flex data platform on the named user model to generate subscription, user and usage reports, and user details.
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Reality Capture API
Convert digital images into high-resolution textured meshes, dense point clouds and orthophotos.
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ReCap Pro
Reality capture and 3D scanning software
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Revit APIs and SDKs
Plan, design, construct, and manage buildings with powerful tools for Building Information Modeling.
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Tandem Data API
Access your digital twin assets, spaces, systems, and time-series sensor data. Use it to integrate with external maintenance management systems.
The Wild
VR collaboration for the building industry
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Token Flex API
Access Autodesk Token Flex usage data to generate reports on consumption, usage, and contract details.
Upchain API
Connect your data, people, and processes with cloud-based Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions.
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Vault
Integrate Autodesk design tools and CAD systems with Vault PDM software, ensuring efficient collaboration and productivity through centralized, organized data.
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Vault Data API
Enable other applications and tools to access, manage, and manipulate Vault data by extending connectivity to Vault.
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Viewer SDK
Render 2D and 3D model data within a browser. View models from over 50+ file formats.
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VRED APIs
Discover VRED, a 3D visualization software with XR capabilities, revolutionizing design and visualization workflows with immersive experiences in VR and AR.
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Webhooks API
Subscribe to and receive notification of the occurrence of events within the Autodesk ecosystem.