Autodesk Inc. is a global software company specializing in design, engineering, and entertainment solutions for professional users and organizations. The company’s portfolio centers on computer-aided design and 3D modeling tools that support workflows in architecture, engineering, and construction, including applications for building information modeling, infrastructure planning, and civil engineering projects. In manufacturing, Autodesk provides product development and digital engineering platforms that enable industrial designers and engineers to conceptualize, simulate, and document complex products and production systems. The company is also a key technology provider to the media and entertainment industry, offering specialized software for 3D animation, visual effects, and game development used in film, television, and interactive content. Autodesk delivers its products primarily as subscriptions and cloud-based services, complemented by consulting, training, and enterprise licensing arrangements, and serves customers worldwide from its headquarters in San Francisco, California, where it has operated since 1982.