Author Archives: Richard Doyle
An ATL Record Turnout
The Atlanta Area SolidWorks User Group hosted its largest meeting ever as 60 people came out to see John McEleney in his final "Southern Swing" appearance. Group leader Tom Ellis made sure it was a memorable night, serving up a
... ContinuedCharlotte, North Carolina – Group Leader Central
John McEleney continued his user group tour with the Charlotte SolidWorks User Group on Tuesday, and the local user group leaders turned out in full force. In addition to Charlotte group leader Van Phifer, We also had Rodney Hall (Hickory,
... ContinuedSWUGN Summit Goes International
We’re heading north of the (US) border for the SWUGN Summit – Toronto on June 26th. Join fellow SolidWorks users for a full day of technical sessions, food, and the increasingly popular "Tips and Tricks Trivia Contest" – we’ll be
... ContinuedRicky Throws a Heck of a Meeting
The North Alabama SolidWorks User Group welcomed John McEleney and me with great food, a great facility, and a great group of 55 SolidWorks users last night. This was the 22nd meeting for NASWUG since 2004, and their largest attendance
... ContinuedCompanies Step Up to Help Group Leaders
SolidWorks User Group leaders are special people, spending a lot of time to organize meetings, gather presentations, and keep their members informed about upcoming events. Much of the time they spend is their own. I’m reminded on occasion though that
... ContinuedThings to do in Denver When You're a SolidWorks User
Vic Leventhal, former COO of SolidWorks and current Dassault Systemes Group Executive, visits the Colorado SolidWorks User Group on June 7th. Vic is a very popular guest at user group meetings, combining his vast knowledge of the CAD industry with
... ContinuedSWUGN Summits Gather Steam
Judging by the Kansas City and Nashville events (read what Ricky, Matt, and Brian had to say about Nashville), the SWUGN Technical Summits have found their place in the SolidWorks Community. Hundreds of SolidWorks users have seen some terrific technical
... ContinuedNashville Summit
As if there weren’t enough reasons to attend the SWUGN Summit in Nashville this week. Matt’s bringing his banjo.
... ContinuedNashville is Filling Up Fast!!
The SWUGN Summit – Nashville is less than two weeks away. Usually at this point before a Summit event, I’m wondering if I ordered too much food, or if we’ll be able to fill the seats. It never fails, 60%
... ContinuedWanna Get Smacked?
Take a look at the latest addition to the SolidWorks blogosphere. SolidSmack is the work of Josh Mings – SolidWorks user, former AE, and all around good guy. Josh has years of SolidWorks experience, and his knowledge of CAD and
... ContinuedDallas Loses, Dallas Wins
The Dallas-Forth Worth area suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of my (original home town) Golden State Warriors last night, but a room full of SolidWorks users at the NSTUG meeting were clear winners. Thomas Allsup of Anida Technologies
... ContinuedDriving to the Big "D"
Back in 1999 when the Austin-Bergstrom airport opened, one of the local radio stations did a test to see which was the faster way to Dallas – flying or driving. They picked a rendezvous point (220 or so miles from
... ContinuedA Homecoming Surprise
I got back from the Kansas City SWUGN Summit to find a package on my doorstep. I wasn’t expecting anything, so of course I was curious. It turned out to be my advance copy of Matt Lombard’s SolidWorks 2007 Bible.
... ContinuedThis New Blog Rocks
Check out the newest blog on the block. RockSolid Perspective discusses all things SolidWorks, from tech tips to user groups and everything in between.
... ContinuedGoin' to Kansas City, Kansas City Here I Come
I’m heading to the "show me" state for the Kansas City SWUGN Summit being held Tuesday, April 24th – and it’ll be a good one. SolidWorks users from five states will be there, including five SolidWorks user groups leaders: Wayne
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