From the course: Learning Revit 2021

What is Revit? - Revit Tutorial

From the course: Learning Revit 2021

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What is Revit?

- [Instructor] Some very common questions that I often get asked are what is Revit? And who would benefit from understanding how to use it? Well, if you are brand new to Revit, then stick with me for this and the next few movies as I review what Revit is, how to get it, and important information about file formats. If you're already familiar with these things and you're already familiar with Revit, you can feel free to skip these movies, but getting a refresher is always helpful, too. So what is Revit? Revit is a software application for the design, documentation, and delivery of buildings. Virtually anyone involved with the design and construction of buildings can benefit from using Revit. Revit is available from Autodesk as a standalone desktop application, or as part of a larger collection of tools called the Autodesk AEC Collection. Revit is purpose-built for building information modeling, or BIM. BIM is a process used by architects and those responsible for building designs that incorporates all pertinent building design data in a single, accessible, and always current data source. With tools for architectural design, interiors, building engineering, structural design, construction, and even fabrication, Revit is the premier tool for building design creation in the AEC, or architecture, engineering, and construction industry. There is also a limited version of Revit available with tools for architecture only, and suitable for sole proprietors and small teams called Revit LT. A comparison tool is available at autodesk.com, where you can see differences between Revit, the AEC Collection, and Revit LT. You can purchase directly from Autodesk or through a value-added reseller.

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