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Sam Cleveland replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I strongly suggest you download the free demo version of VW2012, watch the movie tutorials on the VectorWorks website, and experiment with the new features. Also, contact a VectorWorks sales rep to discuss upgrade cost options. VectorWorks is a…"

Nov 30, 2011

Matt Bowyer replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I'm a newbie to VW, but I will offer this general advice about software programs. Always try to stay as current as you can, and always try to do it before you have to do it. Nothings worse than being well versed in old or outdated programs…"

Nov 30, 2011

Charles Hunter replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I'm located in Northern Wisconsin and I don't know of anyone else using VectorWorks. Almost exclusively AUTO CAD because that is what is tought in high schools and technical colleges in a 300 mile radius. I did join the USA UG…"

Nov 29, 2011

Jonathan Pickup replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"There are ways to shorten the learning curve: buy a manual and attend user group meetings. I write training manuals for Vectorworks and every year I update them to show the most up to date and productive methods for using Vectorworks. If you…"

Nov 29, 2011

Sam Cleveland replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"If you are not doing a lot of 3D modeling and rendering, the learning curve for drafting may not be too long. I do a lot of 3D modeling and many of the new features are related to modeling and rendering which is why the learning curve for me was…"

Nov 22, 2011

Charles Hunter replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I use the program for architecture, engineering and drafting. Since I become quite proficient with the program I found I could do the drafting faster and with less mistakes myself than having a drafts person. So needless to say the draft…"

Nov 21, 2011

Vince Johnson left a comment for Charles Hunter

"Hi Charles, I just wanted to say thanks for registering at VectorWorking! I'm glad you have chosen to be a part of our community and we hope you enjoy your stay. Feel free to browse around and don't be afraid to ask questions. Don't…"

Nov 21, 2011

Sam Cleveland replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I have not used any of the "pay for" training recently, although, I did attend an in-person paid training session @ Nemetschek in Columbia Maryland several years ago. That session was very helpful, but, expensive including travel…"

Nov 20, 2011

Charles Hunter replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"Thank you, your comments are very helpful. I'm isolated and don't have anyone else using the program so I have learned most of my VW skills on my own by trial & error. I do enjoy the training video's find them most…"

Nov 20, 2011

Sam Cleveland replied to Charles Hunter's discussion 'Up-grading'

"I was in the same boat, but upgraded VW 2008 (the next version after VW 12.5) to VW 2011 about a year ago. There are a ton of improvements and it took me a couple of weeks to get used to new features. I am very glad I upgraded because the new…"

Nov 20, 2011

Charles Hunter commented on Joshua Lee's blog post 'Vectorworks Newbie issue 2'

"I have been using VW for a number of years but I can still relate to what you are wresting with. I had the same struggle way back w/ version 9.0 and inspite of all the changes to the program over the years this fundament concept is difficult…"

Nov 20, 2011

Charles Hunter joined Franco Folini's group

Vectorworks USA UG

The meeting point for all USA Vectorworks users

Nov 20, 2011

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Charles Hunter posted a discussion

Up-grading

I am using VW12.5. The down turn in the economy has prevented up-grading. Things are starting to turn around and it's time to up-grade. My concern is with being so far behind in upgrades what is the learning curve going to be? See More

Nov 20, 2011

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Charles Hunter is now a member of VectorWorking

Nov 20, 2011

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