A peer to peer learning network
Autodesk Education Experiences hired Bill Sabram to invent a new kind of learning platform, design two learning prototypes, and conduct user research for their annual learning conference. The Autodesk Learning Engine has continued development with Bill’s original vision for a playful and social learning tool that fits into your workday.
As a design contractor, Bill Sabram created a compelling way to visualize your 3D modeling skills. He rallied cross-continent Autodesk teams to imagine this game-like learning tool for Fusion 360, their cloud-based CAD/CAM software. This work has continued since Bill left the company in 2018 and was debuted at Autodesk University 2019 as The Autodesk Learning Engine.
Autodesk Education shared Bill’s specialized concept boards far and wide to pitch learning ideas, get executive support, and secure Learning Strategy resources.
As a full-time remote learning designer, Bill led a series of collaborative “Half-day Deep Dives” with teams in Boston, San Francisco, and Toronto.
Our 2nd prototype was featured in the CEO’s opening keynote at AU 2017, and spun out as a plug-in for Fusion 360. Bill Sabram’s engaging and playful research activities at the annual learning conference gathered user feedback and validated the genesis of a new kind of data-driven, in-product learning tool: The Autodesk Learning Engine.
“Bill’s brain is a rare and valuable treasure. He has helped us think differently about how elements of gaming, motivation, rewards, and community can be used to enhance an experience in powerful ways.”
