We don’t want you to miss any updates! Below you’ll find a recap of all APS blog posts published since our last recap—including new API releases and exciting updates.
Announcements
Revit Automation Engine Upgrading on September 21, 2026
Autodesk Platform Services is preparing to update the Revit Automation engine to Revit 2026.5 on September 21, 2026. This update will also move the engine runtime to .NET 10. Validate your applications before the update.
Content Catalog API v2.1.0 Now Available in Public Beta
With the release of Content Catalog API v2.1.0, you can now upload content to Content Catalog programmatically, opening up workflows that were difficult to automate before. It’s now in public beta, and we’d love your feedback.
Now Available in ChatGPT: Autodesk Product Help Plugin
Earlier this year, we introduced the Autodesk Product Help MCP Server, giving AI assistants access to Autodesk's product documentation. Now we're making it even easier by bringing the Autodesk Product Help MCP to ChatGPT. Get the plugin here.
Success Stories
COOLORANGE Brings ERP Context to Manufacturing Design
The powerGate ERP Connector for AI from COOLORANGE is now available on the Design and Make Marketplace. This MCP server connects design data to enterprise systems so engineers can complete tasks without leaving the design flow. Learn more in the blog.
Connecting CAD, BIM, and Facility Operations with FaciliTwin
FaciliTwin is a new web application from facility management software experts Spatial Innovations. Powered by Model Derivative and Viewer API from Autodesk Platform Services, it connects CAD, BIM, and facility operations. Explore the solution.
SITEC on Data, AI, and the Future of Manufacturing
German machinery maker SITEC is using the connected data environment powered by Autodesk Platform Services to enable AI-driven insights, strengthen customer relationships, and support innovative new business models. Discover their secret to success.
API Releases & Updates
Use Fusion Automation API without PAT
Previously, if you wanted to automate something on another user's behalf, the user needed to create a PAT (Personal Access Token) and provide it for your app. Now you can achieve the same without a PAT. Get the documentation and info.
Forma Reviews API Adds Approver Delegation, More Controls, and Approval Tracking
With this update, when creating or retrieving an Approval Workflow you can now grant new permissions, delegate approval on the fly, and track who and when a review was finally approved. Find the updated endpoints and more.
Files API Supports New Custom Attribute Definitions and Lists
Custom attributes on files in Autodesk Forma projects just got two updates: a new GET custom-attribute-definitions endpoint, and support for large drop-down list custom attributes with up to 2,000 values. Learn more about the updates.
Introducing the Scene API in APS Viewer
We're excited to announce the new Scene API: one documented, typed API for creating and manipulating 3D content, built on the same code paths the Viewer already uses for models loaded from our platform. See how it streamlines workflows.
Data Exchange in Model Coordination Now Available in Forma Projects
Autodesk Model Coordination is a web-based tool that lets teams view combined 3D models, run automatic clash detection, and track issues. Data Exchange is now supported in several Model Coordination workflows. Learn more here.
Code Samples & Tutorials
Managing Multi-Model Alignment in APS Viewer
Loading more than one model into the APS Viewer and getting them to line up is a common ask. This extension helps you align a selected model against another model already in the scene, then saves and restores it automatically. Explore the full sample code.
AI-Native Skill: Migrating a 1998 AutoLISP Dialog to APS Automation
A new AI-native skill migrates a desktop AutoLISP/DCL flange workflow to APS Automation. It generates a complete Design Automation plugin: source, unit tests, integration tests, and a deployable bundle. Install the skill here.
Autodesk Platform Services Extension for VS Code: What's New Since 3.0
Since version 3.0.0, the extension for Visual Studio Code has gained flexible authentication, new ways to browse data, and reliability fixes. Now it’s published to both the Visual Studio Marketplace and Open VSX. Get the full tour of what’s changed.
Events
AU 2026 Platform Leadership Forum
The Platform Leadership Forum is almost sold out! Join the Autodesk Platform Services (APS) team in Las Vegas the day before AU 2026. Add it to your pass now to secure your spot.
Fall Developer Accelerators
We have multiple upcoming APS Developer Accelerators in the U.S. and Europe in the fall of 2026. Space is limited, so apply early for these free, hands-on coding events:
- Denver, Colorado – October 13–15
- Dublin, Ireland – October 20–22
- Oslo, Norway – October 20–22