Our tale begins with a young designer, Alex, who has just started their career in architecture. Eager to prove themselves, Alex knows that mastering AutoCAD is essential to landing their next big project. However, as they begin to explore the software, they are met with a stark realization: AutoCAD doesn't come cheap. The subscription-based model of Autodesk, the company behind AutoCAD, makes it difficult for those on a tight budget to access the software.