From April 14–16, 2026, Autodesk DevCon brought together more than 1,200 innovators in Amsterdam to explore how AI is transforming the way we design and make. Across keynotes, sessions, the expo floor, and hands-on workshops, customers and partners saw how Autodesk Platform Services (APS) is helping turn ideas into scalable, real-world solutions. Check out the conference highlights below.
Hands-On Innovation Pre-Events
This year’s DevCon we kickstarted the event with two hands-on learning pre-events.
MCP Workshop
This sold out workshop guided participants through building a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server—from foundational concepts to live implementation. MCPs help connect APIs to LLMs and accelerate development of agents exponentially.
Attendees at the workshop explored:
- AI-ready data classification and evaluation
- Limitations of traditional API integrations
- MCP architecture for structured AI interaction
- Real-time communication and retrieval from custom-built servers
People were able to code in real time alongside presentation and get live help with experts. This workshop reinforced Autodesk’s leadership in shaping how AI systems interact with design data and workflows.
Dynamo Hackathon
The Dynamo Hackathon invited developers and innovators to push boundaries using Dynamo, AI, and APS integrations.
Teams explored:
- Dynamo + Design Automation (beta)
- Dynamo MCP Server integrations
- Dynamo for Informed Design
- Dynamo as a Service (Forma beta)
The result? A full day of rapid prototyping, culminating in live demos during the Expo Hall reception—showcasing how quickly ideas can turn into impactful solutions.
Keynotes: From Vision to Scalable Impact
The event opened with the APS Keynote: Powering the Next Era of Innovation, highlighting how organizations can build, orchestrate, and scale AI-driven solutions.
Across both keynote sessions, several themes stood out:
- AI as a force multiplier for developers—enabling higher-order work and faster innovation
- Data as the foundation of AI success, with Autodesk’s data strategy playing a central role
- Platform orchestration at scale, connecting workflows across industries
- Convergence of AEC and Manufacturing, unlocking new operating models
On day 2, the Industry Innovation Keynote further emphasized how companies are rethinking their businesses around AI-native workflows and platform ecosystems, signaling a shift from experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation.
Watch the APS Keynote: Powering the Next Era of Innovation - recording coming soon
Featuring:
- Raji Arasu, EVP of Platform Services & Emerging Technology and CTO, Autodesk
- Ben Cochran, VP of Developer Enablement, Autodesk
- Shelly Mujtaba, VP of Product Data, Autodesk
- Ritesh Bansal, VP Data Platform, Autodesk
- Vikram Dutt, VP of Industry and Portfolio Emerging Markets, Autodesk
- Heng Teck Thai, Deputy CEO, Building and Construction Authority
Watch the Industry Innovation Keynote - recording coming soon
Featuring:
- Amy Bunszel, EVP of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, Autodesk
- Srinath Jonnalagadda, Vice-President, Data Solutions, Design & Manufacturing, Autodesk
- Daniela Becker, VP EMEA Enterprise Business, Autodesk
- Henri Veldhuis, Chief Digital Officer, Sweco Netherlands
- Andrew Sartorelli, VP of Software Partnerships, Synera GmbH
Check out this blog for all of the announcements we made during the keynotes and classes.
Building for Agentic AI: What’s New in Autodesk Platform Services
Classes: From “What” to “How”
Autodesk DevCon 2026 delivered over 100 sessions spanning beginner to advanced levels to research workshops. These sessions went beyond vision to focus on practical implementation and scalability.
Key areas of focus included:
- AI & Automation: AI agents, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and autonomous workflows
- Platform & APIs: APS, GraphQL, and cloud-native architectures
- Industry Applications: Real-world AEC and manufacturing use cases
- Business Impact: Efficiency gains, risk reduction, and productivity improvements
What stood out most was the emphasis on production-ready solutions. Attendees didn’t just learn what’s possible—they walked away with new releases, reference architectures, demos, and actionable patterns they could apply immediately
Be sure to catch all of the class recordings.
AI Leadership Forum: Shaping the Intelligent Industry
The AI Leadership Forum brought together executives to focus on a critical shift: moving from AI experimentation to real business impact. Discussions centered on agentic AI and how it’s enabling faster decisions, greater productivity, and new ways of working.
Leaders emphasized that success with AI requires more than technology—it demands new operating models, strong governance, and closer collaboration between people and intelligent systems.
The key takeaway: scaling AI is as much a leadership challenge as it is a technical one. Don’t miss these sessions, watch the recordings now.
AI Leadership Forum - recordings coming soon
Fortune Interviews - recordings coming soon
Ecosystem in Action: Expo, Receptions, and Executive Meetings
Autodesk DevCon isn’t just about sessions—it’s about community. From canal boat rides through Amsterdam to the evening event at the EYE Filmmuseum, attendees had opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the future of Design and Make together.
The Expo Hall brought Autodesk DevCon 2026 to life—connecting customers, partners, and Autodesk teams in one collaborative space. Through live demos and real-world solutions, attendees saw how APS is driving innovation across industries. More than a showcase, it was a hub for conversations, partnerships, and new ideas moving forward. Thank you to all of our sponsors!
Accenture, Amazon Web Services, AMC Bridge, Arkance, Chaos, Global eTraining, NTI, OpenSpace, Tech Soft 3D, VIKTOR, Autodesk Assistant, Autodesk Consulting, Autodesk Data APIs, Autodesk Developer Network, Autodesk Informed Design, Autodesk Sustainability Solutions, Autodesk Tandem, Autodesk UX Research, and Dynamo.
DevCon created additional space for meaningful connections:
- Welcome Reception - we kicked off the event with networking across sponsors, partners, and Autodesk teams
- Day 1 Evening Reception - we headed over to the EYE Filmmuseum for a beautiful evening of food, drinks, music, and fun connections.
- Executive meetings - enabled deeper, high-value conversations between Autodesk leaders and customers
From startups to global enterprises, the ecosystem demonstrated how collaboration is accelerating innovation across industries.
With more than 100 sessions at DevCon 2026, there’s something for everyone to explore—even if you couldn’t attend it all live. Be sure to visit our YouTube channel to watch the full library of event recordings.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our speakers, exhibitors, and partners who made the event possible!