Autodesk, Inc., is a world leader in 2D and 3D software for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. Since the introduction of AutoCADĀ® software in 1982, Autodesk has developed a broad portfolio of state-of-the-art Digital Prototyping solutions to help customers experience their ideas before they are real. Fortune 1000 companies rely on Autodesk for the tools to visualize, simulate and analyze real-world performance early in the design process to help save time and money, enhance quality, and foster innovation.