When is the release of Revit 8 ?

[trombe]

Hi Anthony,
I read a post some time back which clarified the intention, well need really, for Revit to follow the 64 bit train.
The answer was along the lines that Revit does not need 64 bit technology, would not necessarily function faster using it, and will likely not be taking much notice of this development for some time.
Hope I am not doing Leonid or Irwin a disservice here, but it was one of them who made the comment.
I was actually heartened to hear this in a way - that the core engine system is not that constricted to need such things. That said, and as noted by the most knowledgeable users on this forum, the need for a fast CPU and maximum RAM first and most for processing, leaves the thought of how the average non corporate user can look to maximise performance in the near future and beyond.
What possibilities are there to move into a Linux environment ? loads of custom code ? is it possible ? Windows just gets more and more cluttered every time a new one or new patch , yet another hot fix or SP comes out.

cheers
trombe

[nrenfro]

I think Revit grew up, it was bound to happen.

I once sat eagerly checking the form, first Zoog then AUGI savoring the screen shots and snippets relating to the release to come. Now the factory is unusually quite and beta testers are all bound-up by the NDA. Other changes like the elimination of the live online classes, and a less savvy teck support. I miss the energy that once surrounded such events as the new releases.I think it can only mean one thing Revit indeed grew up, their must be many more of us (users) so Revit went corporate. I am not sure is it was necessary or not but that's what happens. I still wait in anticipation for the release of ver. 8 not only for the new refinements, but the explosion of activity that will fill this form. I am hoping for a flashback to days past.

It's April 22nd no word yet

[ajayholland]

With regard to the Revit 8 NDA, I note that the members of this group have been very circumspect when it comes to these discussions.

In the last Left Coast Customer Advisory Board Meeting, David Conant explained that version 7.0 would be the last general release. Beginning with 8, new software will have a limited release (beta) to selected users, whose feedback will be part of the final tuning of the software, prior to its general release.

The Revit user base has indeed grown, and with it the task of continuing to pursue enhancements that add value to our use of the software. Let me be the first to thank the development team, in advance, for their efforts.

~AJH

[Tom Dorner]

Just received email from Autodesk:

Autodesk Revit Building 8 is on its way!

As an Autodesk Subscription customer, one of the primary benefits to you is the immediate availability of the latest product updates as new versions are released.

Tom

[zanzibarbob7]

I just got the notice that Revit 8.0 is on it's way. Officially!! The Beta was great but can't wait to see the final, debugged version. It was much more efficient to work in 8.0. They get better everytime.

[Tom Dorner]

Does this mean the NDA is over?

[BillyGrey]

I've just received my notice too.
It's great to be notified
Now, where's the digital DL!?!

I want my Bosco!

[rookwood]

I'm assuming it won't be available for downloading?

[BillyGrey]

Does this mean the NDA is over?

I'm not breaching that NDA until I'm told too, or not...

[nrenfro]

No Download?
can anyone explain that with straight face?