About this developer blog

Welcome to the From Click to Code — your go-to resource for all things Autodesk Inventor and Vault API development.

Whether you're just getting started with your first add-in or diving deep into advanced API techniques, this blog is here to guide you. My goal is to make Autodesk development more accessible, practical, and less intimidating — one post at a time.

What You’ll Find Here:

• Beginner Tutorials – Step-by-step guides to help you build your first Inventor or Vault add-in from scratch.
• Intermediate to Advanced API Posts – Covering topics like event handling, UI customization, Vault integration, and automation workflows.
• Best Practices & Tips – Learn how to structure your code, debug effectively, and make your tools more robust.
• Real-World Examples – Explore actual use cases and solutions that can save time in real engineering environments.

Who This Blog Is For:

• Developers new to Autodesk platforms
• Engineers and CAD professionals looking to automate their workflows
• Experienced developers searching for quick solutions and insights
• Anyone curious about customizing and extending Inventor or Vault