{"id":2075,"date":"2016-11-11T20:00:56","date_gmt":"2016-11-11T20:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/?p=2075"},"modified":"2016-11-11T20:00:56","modified_gmt":"2016-11-11T20:00:56","slug":"au-las-vegas-its-go-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/au-las-vegas-its-go-time\/","title":{"rendered":"AU Las Vegas\u2014it\u2019s go time"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Okay guys, we\u2019re almost there\u2014time to pack your bags, get your ducks in a row, and head to Las Vegas for the Autodesk learning event of the year. We. Are. So. Excited. Here are a few last-minute tips to help you get out the door and make the most of your time at AU 2016.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Get ready<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Watch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=S5fhjDt5OQY\">this video<\/a> to see what\u2019s new at AU this year, and get excited. Make sure you\u2019ve saved your seat in all the <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/las-vegas\/classes\">classes<\/a> you want to take, and download class materials ahead of time\u2014AU is a sustainable event, so we don\u2019t provide paper handouts. If you\u2019ve been to AU in the past, you know the drill: be sure to bring layers, comfortable shoes, and Chapstick. If it\u2019s your first time, use our handy <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/las-vegas\/know-before-you-go#packing-section\">packing checklist<\/a> for added tips on what to bring (and what not to bring.)<\/p>\n<p>It probably goes without saying, but allow yourself plenty of time to get to the airport and through security. Even though we\u2019re ahead of the holidays this year, it\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry. (If you\u2019re traveling from overseas and you need a <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/las-vegas\/faq#faq43\">visa<\/a>, you should have it sorted by now.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>When you get here<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you arrive in Las Vegas look for the big green AU Share Ride signs in the airport arrivals area to share a cab to the conference venue. Who knows, you might meet your new best friend before you even get there.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend registering early to beat the crowds\u2014if you\u2019re arriving on Sunday or Monday, get it done first. Registration in The Hub is open during these hours:<\/p>\n<p>Sunday, November 13 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Monday, November 14 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, November 15 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 6:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, November 16 6:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, November 17 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 6:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to save some time to pop into the <strong>Idea Exchange<\/strong> and help us shape the future of Autodesk products, and stop by <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/las-vegas\/open-lab\"><strong>Open Lab<\/strong><\/a> for a 30-minute hands-on class focused on new features, tips, and tricks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t forget<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Catch all 3 keynotes on the main stage, and attend networking events every evening. Make sure you download the <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/las-vegas\/mobile\">AU mobile app<\/a>, use #AU2016 on your social feeds, and tell your colleagues to live vicariously through the <a href=\"http:\/\/au.autodesk.com\/au-online\/live-stream\">live stream<\/a> so they can be part of the AU excitement. And please take a second to fill out a Conference Survey before you head home. Help us make AU better.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s it folks\u2014we\u2019ll see you in Las Vegas. Let\u2019s do this.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2077 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/65\/2016\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-11-11-at-11.58.37-AM-1024x550.png\" width=\"640\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/65\/2016\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-11-11-at-11.58.37-AM-1024x550.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/65\/2016\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-11-11-at-11.58.37-AM-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/65\/2016\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-11-11-at-11.58.37-AM-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-university\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/65\/2016\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-11-11-at-11.58.37-AM.png 1216w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Okay guys, we\u2019re almost there\u2014time to pack your bags, get your ducks in a row, and head to Las Vegas for the Autodesk learning event of the year. We. Are. So. Excited. 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