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What is the AEC data model and API?

The AEC data model is a set of capabilities and data structures that establishes a shared language across the lifecycle of a project, connecting planning to design to construction to operations. It delivers open data access to enable fluid data collaboration across propriety tools. 

The AEC Data Model API is a set of GraphQL APIs that provides direct cloud access to granular design data without the need to write application plugins or additional processing to retrieve data.

Here's what you can do with the AEC Data Model APIs

Empower better decisions through powerful reports

Direct access to rich model data unlocks insights across your organization.

Save time with robust search

Stakeholders can query element data external to the design authoring environment, including the ability to search using wildcards.

Increased accessibility to the data that matters to you

The AEC data model allows you to isolate the data you care about via the workflow and tool of your choice. This enables greater accessibility for downstream stakeholders.

Benefits of AEC Data Model APIs

Automation of repetitive tasks

Developers can leverage the AEC Data Model API to build automation that eliminates or reduces manual processes instrumental to your core business.

Democratize access to granular data

 The AEC data model provides easy to use APIs that allow access to granular data enabling users to build data-rich experiences tailored to non-technical personas.

Increase trust with granular change control

The AEC data model keeps a near-real time record of the who, what, and when of each change. This delivers increased transparency into project activity.

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Get started with the AEC data model today with Autodesk Docs

Access to the AEC Data Model API is currently available to Autodesk® Docs subscribers. Access to this functionality is being rolled out and will be provided in account setting in the coming days. Docs is Autodesk's centralized AECO data repository that helps you realize more value from your data by making it more accessible, connected and useful.