Revit

Once upon a time, it was reported that the Autodesk assistance program which provides free software and training for "veteran or unemployed individual who has...previously worked in the architecture, engineering, design or manufacturing industries" was going to expire in January 2011.

At last check, there does not seem to be an expiration date for this program

The Autodesk Assistance Program provides FREE versions of the latest software, and free Autodesk product training. Click on the link below for important DETAILS.

Autodesk assistance program

Some of the products eligible for a FREE software license include:

• AutoCAD®
• AutoCAD® Civil 3D®
• Autodesk® Revit® MEP Suite
• AutoCAD® Architecture
• Autodesk® Alias® Design
• AutoCAD® Electrical
• AutoCAD® Mechanical

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Autodesk has extended their assistance program until January 2011.

The Autodesk Assistance Program provides FREE 2011 version software, online and classroom training, software certification, and discounts on retail versions of software. Click on the link below for important DETAILS.

Autodesk assistance program

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I'm not a Revit user, but this kind of surprised me. Autodesk has released a knowledge base article on how to restore the Revit 2010 user interface to the Revit 2009 version. In other words, how to get rid of the ribbon and go back to pull-down menus and toolbars. Read more using the link below.

http://usa.autodesk.com/getdoc/id=TS1106335 Read more »