Before You Begin
Step 1: Register an App
If you haven’t registered an app for the AEC Data Model API, refer to the tutorial Create an App for step-by-step instructions.
Step 2: Setting up the environment
If you are using this API for the first time, we recommend that you configure your environment. For more learning resources you can see Tutorials.
Step 3: Sign in to AEC Data Model Explorer
The AEC Data Mode Explorer is a web-based utility that provides a GUI to explore and query GraphQL schemas and perform mutations.
- Browse through AEC Data Model Explorer.
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- Sign in with your Autodesk registered user credentials.
Step 4: Next steps
For an enhanced learning experience, it is advisable to begin with the Getting Started section before moving on to the Working with Advanced Queries section. Following this recommended learning path will facilitate smoother progress throughout the course.