Learn Autocad Lt 97: For Windows 95/Nt

Rating:
Summary: Not helpful on any topic. Below basic.
Review: Autocad LT 97 was the second book I tried to use to learn Autocad. My goal was to learn AutoCad LT by myself. The first book (bought last year) that I tried was AutoCad LT by Omura. It was very difficult to follow for two reasons. First, I needed a book for the extreme novice. Second, Mr. Omura's book is about Autcad release 3.0, which differs greatly from release 14. Mr. Grabowski's book is clearly written, informative, and knowingly focuses on the challenge faced by the beginning CAD student. He starts each section by explaining the goals, and he also shares the perspective enjoyed by the high end CAD person, one who is in it every day. This book is excellent for the beginner and intermediate student. It includes a CD with all the drawings you have to make already done. After making each one of these at least 6 times, I learned even more by opening up the same drawing from the CD, one that was done by an expert. I think you will need at least two books to learn AutoCad LT97 well enough to make money at it.

Rating:
Summary: Use this book if you are new to CAD
Review: Autocad LT 97 was the second book I tried to use to learn Autocad. My goal was to learn AutoCad LT by myself. The first book (bought last year) that I tried was AutoCad LT by Omura. It was very difficult to follow for two reasons. First, I needed a book for the extreme novice. Second, Mr. Omura's book is about Autcad release 3.0, which differs greatly from release 14. Mr. Grabowski's book is clearly written, informative, and knowingly focuses on the challenge faced by the beginning CAD student. He starts each section by explaining the goals, and he also shares the perspective enjoyed by the high end CAD person, one who is in it every day. This book is excellent for the beginner and intermediate student. It includes a CD with all the drawings you have to make already done. After making each one of these at least 6 times, I learned even more by opening up the same drawing from the CD, one that was done by an expert. I think you will need at least two books to learn AutoCad LT97 well enough to make money at it.

Rating:
Summary: Not Very Useful
Review: I felt the book greatly lacked depth into topics. It seemed to only cover some of the remedial basics. It is not a very good choice for someone who really wants to leearn how to effectively use this program. It also does not serve too well as a refence manual.

Rating:
Summary: Not Very Useful
Review: I felt the book greatly lacked depth into topics. It seemed to only cover some of the remedial basics. It is not a very good choice for someone who really wants to leearn how to effectively use this program. It also does not serve too well as a refence manual.

Rating:
Summary: Not helpful on any topic. Below basic.
Review: Well below the manufacturer's manual. Not worth spending time or money