Please join us in-person for the next MVSWUG meeting. We will be meeting at the AMTAC (Advanced Manufacturing Technology Adoption Center), which is part of the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI). It's located in the basement of Daniel J. Curran Place at UDRI's main office (former HQ of NCR) across from Carillon Historical Park. Please be on time to ensure that someone is available to let you into the building.
IMPORTANT: Please arrive on time to ensure building access. Park in VISITOR PARKING on the RIGHT side of the building and look for someone with badge access to greet you at the main (front lobby) entrance between 5:45-6:00 pm. After 6pm, doors will be locked and lobby unattended.

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L5zHNZgAvRjCKmqK7

Agenda:
Monday, May 5, 2025

5:45 – 6:00 Registration & Networking

6:00 – 6:30 Dinner

6:30 – 7:45 Presentation

7:45 – 8:00 Prizes and Wrap-up

Presentation:
"SOLIDWORKS API for Total Beginners" led by Keith Rice

Want to automate with the SOLIDWORKS API but aren't sure where to start? As Keith walks us through the creation of a powerful macro from scratch, you'll learn about the three foundational skills of SOLIDWORKS API programming and what resources can help you achieve proficiency.

Keith Rice is the technical director at CADSharp LLC, the premiere resource for SOLIDWORKS API and SOLIDWORKS PDM API custom software development and developer training. He has written automation software for over twenty years and has presented over 25 times at 3DExperience/SOLIDWORKS World since 2010.

Keith will be joining us virtually to walk attendees through the creation of a simple macro that adds a configuration to a part and configures a hole wizard hole's diameter. Then he will create a user form by which the user could control the diameter. In doing so, Keith will demonstrate how to use the macro recorder and API Help. He will briefly cover topics like VBA programming and the API Object Model.

Please RSVP to help ensure we prepare enough food, and plan to join us on the 5th of May!

Josh Mayes, CSWE, CPAP
MVSWUG Co-leader
SOLIDWORKS Champion

Isaac Bear, CSWP
MVSWUG Co-leader