Ernesto Pellegrino - Managing and Visualizing Your BIM Data: Understand the fundamentals of computer science for data visualization using Autodesk Dynamo, Revit, and Microsoft Power BI

Understand the fundamentals of computer science for data visualization using Autodesk Dynamo, Revit, and Microsoft Power BI

Ernesto Pellegrino

Manuel Andr Bottiglieri

Gavin Crump

Luisa Cypriano Pieper

Dounia Touil

BIRMINGHAMMUMBAI

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To my partner in life, Vanessa De Vivo, and my sister, Alessia Pellegrino, for their love and support.

Ernesto Pellegrino

Ernesto Pellegrino has background experience in computer science, start-ups, and web application development. He graduated in architecture from Roma Tre University. During the last 5 years, companies such as Microsoft and Autodesk have recognized him for contributing to their R&D projects. Also, Ernesto has been a speaker at national events dedicated to design technologies several times. The connection between computer science and academic knowledge has led to him being head of R&D in one of the most well-known Italian architecture and engineering firms, La SIA SpA. With BIM expertise and computer science skills, Ernesto is working on several projects implementing top-notch digital processes and technologies.

I want to thank the people who have worked closely with me and supported me during the book's development. Starting with the Packt team, Aamir, Kaustubh, Hayden, and Divij, who guided and advised me the whole time, thank you guys for your precious help. Vanessa De Vivo and Alessia Pellegrino, my partner in life and my sister. They overviewed the entire project from the beginning, helping me every time I needed it. Manuel, Luisa, Gavin, and Dounia, thank you all for your participation and support. Without all of those people, the book couldn't have been completed. One more thing, if you liked the illustrations in the book, you can get in touch with Vanessa on Instagram @sparkle_rabbit_art!

Manuel Andr Bottiglieri is a full stack BIM developer at Lombardini22. Having graduated in architecture, he works as BIM developer and system integrator in the research and development team at Lombardini22. He deals with information modeling, custom APIs, cloud services, and full stack development to process, analyze, and share data through digital models. He is an enthusiast of coding, IoT, big data, and business intelligence, and is a member of the BIM User Group Italy (BUG Italy).

Gavin Crump is the owner of, and a BIM consultant at, BIM Guru. Having worked in many architectural firms over the past 10 years as a BIM manager, Gavin opened his BIM consulting firm, BIM Guru, at the start of 2020. Launching off the back of his YouTube efforts on the Aussie BIM Guru channel, his focus has shifted toward educating all levels of AEC professionals about software-based workflows, computational design, and how they can navigate the industry from a BIM perspective.

Luisa Cypriano Pieper is BIM manager at CES Contracting Engineering Services. She is an Italian-Brazilian architect with a passion for automation and process improvement. Luisa has worked in offices in various sectors in Brazil, Italy, Belgium, and Spain. She was previously a BIM manager and BIM consultant before recently becoming head of the BIM management team. In this position, her responsibilities are implementing innovations and managing workflows across the multinational company CES, always looking from a BIM perspective.

Dounia Touil is an architect and design technology specialist at NSW Arkitektur. She leverages BIM and design technology to provide professionals with methods and practices to improve project outcomes. With a background in architecture, she has worked in France and Norway in all phases of building design and construction. Over the years, she has been part of large and complex projects in the commercial, residential, office, and transportation sectors. Her current focus is on design automation, data visualization, and software interoperability.

Jisell Howe is an experienced technologist with expertise in CAD/BIM management, data visualization, software support, process management, and project management. Howe has a hybrid manufacturing and design background where communicating the data story is imperative for success with various stakeholders and clients. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in applied management and an Associate of Applied Science degree in architectural drafting and estimating from Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis, MN.