We don’t want you to miss any of this month’s updates. Below you’ll find a full recap of this month's major announcements, new code samples, documentation updates, events, and more.
Announcements
Autodesk Data Exchange-Connector Updates and New Releases
We are thrilled to announce updates to many of the Data Exchange Connectors including support for Revit 2025, Rhino 8, Power BI and more. Head to our blog to learn more.
Viewer Performance Update (Part 3 of 3): Smooth Navigation
We’re excited to introduce the new Smooth Navigation (beta) feature in the APS Viewer, designed to reduce those pesky ‘mesh popping’ and flickering issues! Check out this blog post for more details and a demo.
Design Automation API is enforcing OAuth Scope
If you are using Design Automation API, please make sure that you are using OAuth code:all scope for your application’s authentication process. Please update your application by February 1, 2025, after which any Design Automation API calls with a token generated without code:all scope will fail. Read more
Autodesk Construction Cloud Submittals Write API and Updates
We are pleased to announce that Autodesk Construction Cloud Submittals API has released some endpoints with WRITE support and some minor updates. In this second phase of Submittals API, we have released eight (8) new endpoints needed for creating submittals items. Learn more
API of Exporting ACC Sheet to PDF is Released
The API to export ACC Sheet is now available. This API is an extension of Sheet API collection. Two endpoints are exposed. One is to post the export job, the second is to fetch job progress and get download link of S3 signed url. Read more.
Harnessing the power of cloud-based design with the Object Storage Service (OSS) SDK
OSS SDK is now LIVE! The Autodesk OSS SDK empowers developers to effortlessly interact with Autodesk cloud storage, enabling them to unlock the potential of cloud-based design data: one method to use resumable upload direct to S3 buckets with auto-complete when done. Check out this blog post for more info.
Open Source Utility for Download/Upload Files with Hubs
We recently released a desktop based application for uploading/downloading files between the local machine and the folders of Autodesk BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud(ACC), Autodesk BIM360 Teams etc. Head to our blog to learn more.
Code Samples and tips
Check out our latest code samples to jumpstart your application.
Tandem API-Deleting Stream Data
Handling Locked ACC files with APS
Merge PDFs with SVG Lines
Customer Stories
Matterport
Matterport, a leading spatial data company, faced challenges integrating its 3D photorealistic site conditions with construction workflows. Using Autodesk Construction Cloud APIs, Matterport merged its 3D site imagery with Autodesk Build and Autodesk Docs, creating a unified environment for stakeholders to manage and track issues efficiently. This integration improved construction management by reducing manual steps, minimizing site visits, and providing comprehensive visual context for project data. Learn more
Events
BuildingConnected API Webinar: Say goodbye to data silos
Unlock the full potential of your construction projects. Join us August 27th at 9am PT for a free webinar. Cory Kintz, Senior Product Manager at Autodesk, will demonstrate how to leverage BuildingConnected API to extract and analyze data. Register now
Autodesk Design & Make EduHack, September 27-October 1
Form a team of up to 4 and compete for prizes! Students 18+ are invited to join this fully virtual hackathon and wow the judges with a solution built for AI, Data Insights, Sustainability, or Gaming. Get access to Autodesk Developers and get crafty with the Autodesk APIs. Learn more
APS at Autodesk University 2024
Autodesk University is a place where designers, engineers, developers, and more come together to learn about the latest trends in impacting those who design and make the world around us. This year we’re heading to San Diego, California October 15-17. Check out the APS activites planned and register today.
Upcoming Accelerators: Barcelona ,Taipei, and Atlanta
Ever wondered if an APS Accelerator was for you? Check out our comprehensive guide to APS Accelerators. At our Accelerators attendes benefit from dedicated time to develop your Autodesk Platform Services application – with direct help and training from APS engineering experts. Sign up for our upcoming Accelerators in Barcelona, Spain, Taipei, Taiwan, and Atlanta,Georgia (US).
APS Tuesdays
Autodesk Platform Services (APS) Tuesdays is a free weekly webinar for anyone interested in powering digital transformations, digital twins, insightful dashboards, enterprise integrations, automations, and more. Come join our 45-minute introduction to learn the basics of Autodesk Platform Services, what people are building, and ways you can benefit. Learn more and save your spot here.
Coffee Break
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