Here is the story of how the Expert Elite program was born from a rebellion, a forum shutdown, and a bridge built by the users themselves.
There is a famous story among the community about a user who had been one of the harshest critics of Autodesk on an independent forum. He was invited into the Expert Elite program. The transition was jarring. He went from "rebel leader" to "brand ambassador" almost overnight. autodesk inc. expert elite
Expert Elites often maintain Autodesk Knowledge Network articles, create helpful YouTube tutorials, blog about industry trends, or speak at local user groups and virtual events. 4. Application and Nomination Here is the story of how the Expert
To become an Expert Elite member, individuals must meet specific requirements, including: The transition was jarring
From Autodesk’s corporate perspective, these forums were a liability. They were expensive to moderate, difficult to police, and often made the software look buggy because users only posted when things were broken.
Overall, I'm impressed with the Autodesk Expert Elite program and its commitment to recognizing and developing top experts in the industry. While there's always room for improvement, I believe the program provides significant value to its members and the wider Autodesk community.