1. Scripting Components for AutoCAD Plant 3D
David Wolfe
Process and Power Specialist

2. Class Summary
In this class, we will introduce you to the programming language Python. You will learn how to set up a simple development environment and create a few basic scripts. Next, you will learn to install and test the scripts with AutoCAD Plant 3D software. Come and learn how to use scripting to create custom objects for use in AutoCAD Plant 3D.

3. Learning Objectives At the end of this class, you will be able to:
Explain what Python is and how you can use it
Draw Components using Python Scripting
Test and Use Python Components in AutoCAD Plant 3D
Describe steps for creating scripts

4. What is Python?

5. What is Python? Setting up a Development Environment
Types of Python Scripts
Script Locations
Equipment Script Format

6. Drawing Components with Python

7. Test and Use scripts with Plant 3D

8. Test and Use scripts with Plant 3D
Setting up a Testing Environment
Modify the Script
Create the Equipment Package
Add Parameter Information
Create Help Images
Deploying Content

9. Thanks
Special Thanks to
Carsten Beinecke
Felix Beer

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