{"id":53842,"date":"2024-01-02T08:00:54","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T13:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.solidworks.com\/solidworksblog\/?p=53842"},"modified":"2024-01-31T09:51:37","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T14:51:37","slug":"reasons-to-attend-3dexperience-world-from-the-perspective-of-a-first-time-attendee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.solidworks.com\/solidworksblog\/2024\/01\/reasons-to-attend-3dexperience-world-from-the-perspective-of-a-first-time-attendee.html","title":{"rendered":"Why Attend 3DEXPERIENCE World – From the Perspective of a First-timer"},"content":{"rendered":"

I honestly had no idea what to expect of 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World. As a first-time goer I imagined the world-renowned conference would be a \u2018smorgasbord\u2019 of brand-new engineering solutions and life-changing inventions. While those are indeed hallmark characteristics, no one truly prepared me for the moments of true connection I\u2019d experience for the first time.<\/p>\n

Living in Nashville gave me a significant leg up because I\u2019d visited the venue a few times (still, I wasn\u2019t quite aware of just how massive<\/em> the Music City Center was until I explored nearly every square inch at 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World)! Occasionally I\u2019ll leave Gibson HQ to explore the downtown area, but I tend avoid the nightlife and Broadway as much as possible. To my surprise, I found myself enjoying \u201cBash on Broadway\u201d as thousands of us explored the local offerings. I felt a great sense of pride as my newfound community celebrated through the evening. Seeing a few of the leadership team members stroll around in cowboy hats was a cherry on top! I\u2019m so thankful Nashville was chosen to host 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World this year.<\/p>\n

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The first day or two of the event, I was overwhelmed with events, classes, exhibits, and social encounters. My local friend Jeremiah \u2013 PDM Admin for Tesla \u2013 thankfully came to my rescue. In the days leading up to the conference he gave me a full rundown of what to expect, and then introduced me to several wonderful friends. Every seasoned 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World attendee I met was incredibly kind, inviting, and welcoming. I had the sense that these community leaders were eager to share and assist newcomers as much as possible. I gradually began settling into this community\u2019s niche.<\/p>\n

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The advice \u201cyou won\u2019t be able to go to every class you signed up for\u201d <\/em>somehow gave me more momentum to prove I could. The first day I set off to attend every class I scheduled\u2026and quickly realized it wasn\u2019t possible. I knew several sessions would be uploaded digitally, so I shifted gears to focus on keeping a good but manageable pace and staying flexible. Of the classes I was able to attend and the sessions I accessed online, everything I learned had an immediate positive effect on my current workflow with Gibson.<\/p>\n

The exhibits & featured spokespersons I saw were incredible! I was thrilled to speak to the founder & creator of ExoSapien Technologies, Jonathan Tippett, whose company featured a giant mech-suit in the main hall. I also took away tons of inspiration from Erin Winick Anthony & her work featured in the Makerspace area. One of my favorite booths showcased several compliant mechanisms hosted by the Flexible Research Group at UCLA (led by Jonathan Hopkins).<\/p>\n

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All in all, the most impactful memories I have are of those I shared with the people I met. Attending 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World wasn\u2019t simply a networking exercise for me. Often in our isolated little bubbles we do forget other people have similar shared experiences, and choosing to connect with others in our community yields far greater results than we could ever accomplish on our own. I saw, for the first time, how POWERFUL even small moments of connection are. Everywhere, at nearly every moment, I witnessed brainstorming, individual breakthroughs, troubleshooting (for free!), future goal setting, etc. All of us are passionate about what we do, and when we combine our forces, we have the potential to make great waves of positive change in our lives. Throughout my time at 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World I felt motivated, encouraged, and fulfilled.<\/p>\n

3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World creates a space for all of us to come together and tap into the seemingly limitless power we have as a group. I personally believe attending 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE World should be a top priority for all who want to stay relevant, informed, engaged, and driven to grow. The following are my tips and tricks for making the most of the event.<\/p>\n

Kara’s Tips & Tricks:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Plan ahead<\/li>\n
  2. Stay flexible.<\/li>\n
  3. Stay hydrated.<\/li>\n
  4. Pace yourself.<\/li>\n
  5. Be eager to learn from others.<\/li>\n
  6. Bring supports (noise-cancelling earbuds or headphones).<\/li>\n
  7. Prioritize valuable connections. Don\u2019t give out your contact info to everyone you run across.<\/li>\n
  8. Be confident in your<\/em> story.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Note<\/em><\/strong>: this blog was written by Kara Tucker, Product Development CAD Designer at Gibson Guitars. Interested in knowing more about Kara’s work? Check out this blog<\/a> post<\/strong> on EngineersRule.com. Covering everything from the challenges of working with wood<\/a> to the intricate reverse engineering process, Tucker sheds light on the meticulous craftsmanship behind each instrument. You can read it here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.engineersrule.com\/the-intricacies-of-designing-gibson-guitars-a-symphony-of-wood-and-nuanced-engineering\/<\/a><\/p>\n

    Also, check out our interview with Kara Tucker and Alexander Stavroff from Gibson Guitars and learn about the exciting ways they use the best design software in the world to create the best guitars ever made below.<\/p>\n

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