Founded in 1982, Autodesk is a multinational software company best known for pioneering computer-aided design, or CAD, with its AutoCAD product. Nowadays, Autodesk provides design software for a variety of verticals, including architecture & construction, manufacturing, and media & entertainment. Autodesk products have been used in some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, like Burj Khalifa, and well-known movie titles like Avatar.

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1982

(44 years)

Founded

1985

(41 years ago)

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