University of Khartoum SOLIDWORKS User Group

Live in-person event at your local SWUG meeting location. 5:45-6:00: Networking - Food6:00-7:00: Using ADHD as a superpower in Your Career - Kirby Downey (SWUGN Committee Member - UK)7:00-7:30: Wrap up &amp; Door PrizeIn this session, Kirby shares how he best manages ADHD in the workplace and provides practical tips on how you can do the same. I also showcase common signs of ADHD to help you recognize your own patterns or those of your colleagues. We close with a group discussion to hear how you are managing your own ADHD quirks and to open up the conversation further. My goal is to start these conversations within the session so that you can carry them into your personal and professional life to better help yourself or your team. We will be located in Classroom Dogwood 119 on the A-B Tech Campus.To get to Dogwood 119, park your car in the parking lot to the right if standing on Victory road, looking at the building. For reference, please take a look at the image in the photo section of this event, which shows where to park and the location of the Dogwood building.<img class="_richTextImage_y6tge_17" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/startup-grind/image/upload/c_fill,dpr_2,f_auto,g_center,q_auto:good/v1/gcs/platform-data-swugn/events/WNC%20SWUG%20Meetng%20Location_sIFPsUm.jpg">

Live in-person event at your local SWUG meeting location.5:45-6:00: Networking - Food6:00-7:00: Using ADHD as a superpow...

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Using ADHD as a superpower in Your Career

Manufacturing-ready geometry starts long before production begins.The SOLIDWORKS User Group Network is excited to welcome Dan Riffell, Associate Teaching Professor at University of Colorado Boulder, for an advanced technical session:“Surface to Solid; the Path to Manufacturing Ready Geometry”With 25+ years of experience in engineering design, manufacturing, applied research, and product development, Dan will share practical workflows for transforming complex surfaces into robust, production-ready solid models.This session is designed for engineers, CAD professionals, manufacturing teams, and students looking to strengthen real-world design intent and manufacturability skills.

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Surface to Solid: The Path to Manufacturing-Ready Geometry

Are we designing the future of Africa, or just watching it happen?Welcome to the historic Day 1 of the AfriSWUG Inaugural Launch..a landmark event uniting 19 SolidWorks User Groups from across the continent under one digital roof.AfriSWUG was conceived to bridge the participation gap in regions where professional CAD awareness and mechanical design innovation are still emerging. We believe that innovation is not a solitary job; it takes the collective action of brilliant minds with a pure love for growth. This session is our "Proof of Concept"the first model of a truly unified African engineering community.What to ExpectIn this opening session, we return to First Principles. We will explore how local talent can be reinforced to meet global standards while staying rooted in the unique needs of the African industrial landscape.The AfriSWUG Vision: An introduction to our mission of keeping individual SWUGs independent while uniting for massive, high-impact collaboration.Keynote Address:Insightful perspectives from a prominent African engineering leader on the future of local innovation.Expert Spotlight: Featuring Bimark Kyabangi, a results-driven Mechanical Design Engineer from Kiira Motors Corporation. Bimark will share his hands-on experience in automotive design and fabrication-ready CAD development, illustrating how technical knowledge and production insight drive real-world impact.Why You Should AttendConnect: Network with engineers, students, and professionals from 19 different African nations.Innovate: Learn how to transition from academic theory to practical, high-quality, manufacturable solutions.Belong: Be part of the foundation of a platform built to become as impactful as 3DEXPERIENCE World, specifically tailored for Africa.Innovation takes a village. Join ours.Date: May 16, 2026

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First  Principles ; Reinforcing Local Innovation: The first model of a unified Africa

Join us for the 30th anniversary celebration of the Seattle Area SOLIDWORKS Power Users Group, the first SOLIDWORKS User Group! This milestone event is not just a celebration of three decades of shared knowledge, but also a chance for you to connect with fellow SOLIDWORKS enthusiasts, share experiences, and be inspired by the innovations that have shaped our journey. Whether you're a veteran user, launching a new startup, or new to the world of SOLIDWORKS, this is an opportunity to discover new ideas and rekindle your passion. This is the very first SOLIDWORKS User Group to hit 30 years and we are so excited to celebrate with the entire community. This event is totally free and will also be livestreamed on Zoom. <h3>What to Expect</h3><ul><li>🎉 Celebrate 30 Years of Community — honoring the world’s first SOLIDWORKS User Group and the people who built it</li><li>💡 Inspiring Technical Sessions — real-world tips, workflows, and insights you can immediately apply</li><li>🗨️ Exclusive Panel Discussion with Tech Executives - Suchit Jain (VP Strategy &amp; Business Dev SOLIDWORKS) &amp; Vineet Thuvara (Chief Product Officer at Fluke Corporation)</li><li>🤝 Unmatched Networking — connect with engineers, designers, makers, startups and industry leaders from across the region</li><li>🚀 Community Energy — meet passionate SOLIDWORKS users who love sharing knowledge and helping each other grow</li><li>🍽️ Food, Conversations &amp; Celebration — because the best ideas happen between sessions. Coffee, snacks, and a full dinner.</li><li>😎 Prizes and Giveaways - SOLIDWORKS SWAG, software, gift cards, and more!</li></ul><h3>Agenda</h3><h3>2 PM - Doors open to light snacks and coffee in the main room</h3><h3>2:30 – Opening remarks in the main room.</h3><h3>3:30 – Breakouts 1</h3><ol><li>30 Years of Essential Part Modeling and Sketching Skills, Tip, and Techniques - Hawkridge</li><li>30 Years of Essential Drawing Skills, Tip, and Techniques - TriMech</li><li>Tips and Tricks from Tech Support and User Group Leaders - Dan Wagner (SOLIDWORKS SWUGN Community Manager)</li></ol><h3>4:15 - Transition </h3><h3>4:30 - Breakouts 2</h3><ol><li>Panel Discussion - Startups and the Future of Product Development: What’s Changing Right Now Featuring Suchit Jain (VP Strategy &amp; Business Dev SOLIDWORKS) &amp; Vineet Thuvara (Chief Product Officer at Fluke Corporation)</li><li>Cloud Services Demystified - Visiativ</li><li>30 Years of Essential Assembly Skills, Tips, and Techniques - GoEngineer</li></ol><h3>5:30 – Closing remarks in the Main Room</h3><h3>6:00 – Dinner &amp; SOLIDWORKS Trivia</h3><h3>RSVP now to save your seat and get notified as the agenda is updated.</h3>

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