Here's a snapshot of AU at a glance. Each day brings together main stage moments, hands-on learning, meaningful connection, and time to celebrate with the community, giving you the flexibility to shape your experience around what matters most.
AI is changing how work gets done, but its greatest impact comes from
amplifying human expertise.
Join Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost for a
fireside chat with special guest Clara Shih, a pioneering technology
leader whose work has helped organizations adopt AI in ways that
deliver trusted, measurable business value.
Drawing on her experience
leading AI initiatives at Salesforce and Meta, Clara will share
insights on transforming the way organizations work and how agentic
AI can help teams unlock capacity across design, make, and operate.
Featured Speaker
President and Chief Executive Officer, Autodesk
Featured Speaker
EVP, Platform Services and Emerging Technologies, and CTO, Autodesk
Featured Speaker
EVP, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Solutions, Autodesk
Featured Speaker
EVP, Interactive Graphics, Media & Entertainment, Autodesk
Featured Speaker
EVP, Product Development and Manufacturing Solutions, Autodesk
Featured Speaker
Senior Vice President, Autodesk Operations Solutions, Autodesk
No two paths at AU are the same. The program is built for flexibility, so you can focus on the learning, ideas, and connections that matter most to you. Here’s a preview of the experiences that shape each day at AU. Browse the session catalog for more details.
A thought leadership stage bridging visionary ideas and actionable insights, delivered by established experts to inspire and influence business decision-makers.
Real-world case studies and perspectives that explore how teams and leaders approach challenges, decision-making, and innovation across industries.
Clear, practical instruction you can apply immediately, covering workflows, configurations, processes, and tips to help you work more efficiently and confidently in Autodesk tools.
Experimental, highly interactive formats designed to engage you in new ways while testing fresh approaches to learning and participation.
Sessions led by Autodesk experts featuring product updates and insider perspectives on development priorities, giving you a clearer view of where tools and technologies are headed.
The latest ideas and innovations from the AU signature main stage, setting the tone and direction for your AU journey.
A casual way to connect with the AU community through curated networking focused on specific roles, groups, or shared interests.
Delivered by Autodesk Expert Elites, these sessions offer advanced, real-world insights, proven techniques, and future-focused perspectives from recognized leaders actively shaping their industries.
Interactive, hands-on classes led by experts, with guided support and insider tips for getting the most out of the latest Autodesk tools.
A thought leadership stage bridging visionary ideas and actionable insights, delivered by established experts to inspire and influence business decision-makers.
Real-world case studies and perspectives that explore how teams and leaders approach challenges, decision-making, and innovation across industries.
Clear, practical instruction you can apply immediately, covering workflows, configurations, processes, and tips to help you work more efficiently and confidently in Autodesk tools.
Experimental, highly interactive formats designed to engage you in new ways while testing fresh approaches to learning and participation.
Sessions led by Autodesk experts featuring product updates and insider perspectives on development priorities, giving you a clearer view of where tools and technologies are headed.
The latest ideas and innovations from the AU signature main stage, setting the tone and direction for your AU journey.
A casual way to connect with the AU community through curated networking focused on specific roles, groups, or shared interests.
Delivered by Autodesk Expert Elites, these sessions offer advanced, real-world insights, proven techniques, and future-focused perspectives from recognized leaders actively shaping their industries.
Interactive, hands-on classes led by experts, with guided support and insider tips for getting the most out of the latest Autodesk tools.
A thought leadership stage bridging visionary ideas and actionable insights, delivered by established experts to inspire and influence business decision-makers.
Get certified at AU!
Turn your AU 2026 experience into recognition you can use right away. Free onsite Autodesk certification testing gives eligible attendees the opportunity to validate their expertise, showcase real-world skills, and earn an industry-recognized digital credential.
Whether you're looking to advance your career, strengthen your team's capabilities, or set yourself apart from the competition, certification is a meaningful way to invest in your future.
*Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis for eligible registrants. Read the full disclaimer for more details.
Whether you're building your own business, leading a team, deepening your expertise, or shaping strategy—AU gives you the tools, insight, and connections to move forward with confidence.
Find your path at AU.
Your work is unique, your AU experience should be too. Explore curated learning journeys built around the ways you work, solve problems, and grow your impact.
Choose a journey to see the sessions and connections shaped around your priorities, and explore the full session catalog and recommendations.
Build faster. Grow smarter.
Looking to simplify your workflow and grow faster at the same time?
For small businesses and growing teams who move fast and wear many hats, this path is designed to help you build faster with tools and AI, learn practical skills you can apply right away, simplify your workflow without added complexity, and grow your business with confidence.
What you'll experience at AU:
Explore the full session catalog.
Scale your team. Strengthen your workflows.
Want to scale your team without adding complexity?
For leaders and builders of teams and businesses such as project managers, studio leads, operations managers, and construction managers, our Growing Teams & Leaders learning path focuses on helping your team run more smoothly as you grow. Explore proven approaches to scale operations without unnecessary complexity, improve collaboration, connect workflows across tools and projects, and deliver more consistent outcomes across your work.
What you'll experience at AU:
Explore the full session catalog.
Go deeper. Stay ahead.
Ready to level up your skills and stay ahead in your field?
For hands-on professionals such as architects, engineers, product designers, machinists, software engineers, and artists who use Autodesk tools every day, our Designers, Engineers & Specialists learning path is designed to help you deepen your expertise and refine your craft. Stay current with evolving tools and workflows, understand how AI is shaping your discipline, and apply new approaches to deliver more precise, high-quality work from the next day.
What you'll experience at AU:
Explore the full session catalog.
Lead what's next.
Are you shaping what comes next for your organization?
For senior business leaders our Executive & Decision Makers path focuses on driving strategy, innovation, and business transformation. Gain clarity on where your industry is heading, make more informed decisions around AI and connected workflows, and explore ways to improve performance, efficiency, and long-term impact across your organization.
What you'll experience at AU:
Explore the full session catalog.
Build the future. Start today.
Bridging the gap between education and industry?
For educators, academic leaders, workforce partners, and training program managers, our Educators & Workforce Builders learning path is designed to help align learning with rapidly evolving industry needs, support certification and career readiness, and prepare learners for the future of Design & Make industries through real-world tools, AI-assisted workflows, and workforce-aligned learning pathways.
What you'll experience at AU:
Explore the full session catalog.
Monday, September 14
Add-on to your AU 2026 Full Conference Pass
Kick off your week at the Platform Leadership Forum—a half-day pre-conference for leaders, developers, and innovators.
Discover how to make your AI strategy real using Autodesk Platform Services (APS), APIs, and MCPs available now. Get excited for the hands-on MCP workshop, two lightning talk tracks, and a networking reception.
Space is limited, this event will sell out.
September 15–17 | Las Vegas
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