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Some textbooks and videos may not cover the most current version of DataCAD. However, these training materials may still be of great value in helping you learn the fundamentals of DataCAD. Please post any corrections and additions to the following list to webmaster@datacad.com.
 
NEWSLETTERS
Cheap Tricks
by Shu Associates
A monthly newsletter for the DataCAD architect by the makers of Cheap Tricks Ware. Includes the Cheap Trick of the Month, a DataCAD Tutor section providing specific how-tos for DataCAD, and a variety of Q&A, tips, and other informative columns.
 
MANUALS
The DataCAD X3 Project Book Order Online!
by Michael Smith
Based on Concepts by Dr. Leonard O. Nasman

The DataCAD X3 Project Book has been written specifically for DataCAD X3. It introduces the fundamental operations needed for creating floor plans, adding text and dimensions, and using the recently added Symbol Browser. Because DataCAD makes extensive use of symbols, much emphasis has been placed on the use and editing of symbols. Undoubtedly the most important and interesting recent addition to DataCAD has been 'parametric' modeling or building with 'smart objects.' More ...
 
WEB SITES
forum.datacad.com
We're pleased to establish a FREE online community to enhance your experience with DataCAD. We hope you'll visit often to get answers, share ideas, and interact with other DataCAD users from around the world. Inspired by the online forum DBUG (DataCAD Boston Users' Group), it is our hope that the DataCAD Message Board will become an invaluable resource for DataCAD users. More...

dbug.datacad.com
DBUG Forum Archives
Hosted by DATACAD LLC

This FREE resource provides quick access to more than 70,000 DBUG messages that have been posted since October 1994.  Search the archives using any keyword.

DBUG is a free Internet forum sponsored by the DataCAD Boston Users' Group.

Josh Huggins' Digital Downloads for DataCAD
Hatch Patterns, Symbols, Toolbars, Line Types, Tips, Tweaks, and Tutorials.