We consider that you should at least read the following chapters, together with the tips in this chapter before starting your first design.

• Introduction
• Looking at the Workspace
• Understanding Layers
• Using Plans and Perspectives
• Drawing and Editing Objects
  Note: Chapter 5 describes snapping. Nearly all meshing problems are due to the user’s failure to use snapping properly.
• Defining the Structure
• Defining Design Strips
• General Tips
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Warnings and Errors
• Load History Deflections
• The appropriate code chapter. See the section below: "Know your building code".