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Understanding the "Inventor way" of 3D mechanical design
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Transitioning from AutoCAD or third-party 3D design packages
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Creating reusable components with iParts and iFeatures
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Using Inventor Studio to create high-impact presentations
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Master Inventor 2009 in the Context of Real-World Workflows and Work Environments
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Explore Techniques and Tricks Not Widely Documented Elsewhere
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Learn Advanced Design for Parts, Assemblies, and Weldments
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Create Documentation That Improves Productivityand Impresses Your Customers
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Design Effectively Across Different Industries
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Use Functional Design Wizards to Accelerate Your Design Process