Is Fusion360 hard to learn?

[ajihumofan]

I want to learn how to use a CAD program for some freelance work and I always see F360 in many projects. I have knowledge in Maya and Blender and was wondering how difficult it is to learn? Also would love some recommendation on tutorials https://showbox.tools/.

[sunil.patilQCZZK]

Hi @ajihumofan ,

Thank you for showing interest in Fusion 360.

As I understand Blender, Maya are 3D computer graphics application and Fusion 360 on the other hand is a 3D CAD software has some basic differences in application. In terms of learning Fusion 360 is much more easier, I recommend you to start from the basics which will help in the long run. And My Favorite tutorials are Lars Christensen and Brad Tallis tutorials in you tube, where they address the basic to advance approaches. We have all the expertise in Forum you can come back and ask your questions anytime.

All the best in learning Fusion 360. 

Hope this helps you.

Sunil Patil,

Technical support specialist Fusion360,

Autodesk, Inc.

[wmhazzard]

Fusion is not hard to learn but there is a lot to learn. Start by hovering over a tool to see the description popup and then play with the tool in a simple model. 

[TrippyLighting]

What sort of freelance work are you looking for?

[jeffescott]

Yup pretty hard to learn

[ritste20]

While I don't think that was extremely helpful, I will say everybody learns at their own pace.

Fusion, having a massive following in the maker space as well as being used professionally has a multitude of resources available from developers and users alike on the forums, the youtubes, and across the in product documentation. I will also say the best way to learn is by doing. Take a project, start from the beginning and see where it takes you.

You can always post questions on the forum. Learning new software can be frustrating sometimes and the experienced users will try to diffuse the situation while offering feedback on different approaches to whatever problem you are facing.

Regards,

[Oceanconcepts]

What kinds of projects you are wanting to accomplish will have a lot to do with the best learning resources. Incorporating electronics? 3D modeling of mechanical assemblies? Free-form modeling? Simulation, engineering? 

ANY parametric CAD program is going to require that you move into a new way of thinking about your design workflow if you want to fully utilize the capabilities of the software.  That is challenging for many most of us, but like learning the basics of a musical instrument, it's necessary.

My feeling is that Fusion, with the vast learning and support resources available, is an easier entry point than most true CAD programs. There are easier and more basic programs, but not with Fusion's broad capabilities. It's not likely the effort you put in will end up as a dead end that limits you in some way.