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Whether you are a new or expert user with AutoCAD, you have truly made a worthwhile investment with the AutoCAD 2010 & AutoCAD LT 2010 Bible. This book will be a valuable addition to your library that you will use on a regular basis as a reference and guide to using AutoCAD. With each release of AutoCAD and its new feature set, the AutoCAD Bible is an excellent resource for learning and getting up to speed quickly on all things AutoCAD.

Everything from the basics of AutoCAD to 3D and programming is covered in this book. The information is well organized, and a comprehensive index makes retrieving information that you need a cinch.

You'll see real-world examples and AutoCAD drawings on the DVD that will quickly help you to understand and learn new concepts through the exercises. Even more helpful is the fact that the drawings are available in both a before and after format, allowing you to use the after format as a reference.

Ellen has been writing books about AutoCAD for so long that she is practically a household name here at Autodesk and in the AutoCAD world. She is an active participant in our beta program and helps shape the direction of future releases of AutoCAD. You are truly learning from one of the finest and most experienced professionals in this field.

Although the in-depth coverage of this book may seem overwhelming, do not feel discouraged by the book's thickness. Pick out the tools that you want to learn about and then proceed from there. If you are interested in learning new features, pick a different topic each week to learn about it.

Thank you, Ellen, for creating another great edition of the AutoCAD Bible. I know our customers will benefit from reading it as I have.

Kathy O'Connell

AutoCAD Product Manager

Autodesk, Inc.