Tour the SolidProfessor Platform


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If you’re new to SolidProfessor or looking to get even more out of your membership, the SolidProfessor Platform Tour is the best place to start. This overview walks through the interface, course library, and the tools designed to support both individual professional development and team-wide training initiatives. 

With thousands of lessons spanning CAD, CAM, simulation and more, SolidProfessor supports engineers at every stage of their career. Whether you’re building foundational skills, expanding into advanced topics, or preparing for certification exams, the platform is designed to help you grow efficiently. For organizations, it also provides the structure and planning tools needed to ensure teams maintain consistent baseline knowledge and continue progressing over time.
 


Utilizing the Skills Analyzer to identify skill gaps and receive course recommendations
 

Several built-in functions help make all of this possible: 

Skills Analyzer 

  • Evaluates current skill levels and recommends targeted lessons, helping engineers focus on relevant topics while enabling managers to identify and close team-wide skill gaps   

Learning Paths 

  • Guide users through structured training aligned with specific roles or certification goals, making it easier to standardize development across teams   

Dashboard 

  • Centralizes learning activity, allowing users to track progress and certifications while giving managers visibility into engagement and completion 

Admin Tools 

  • Give team leaders control over training programs, with the ability to assign lessons, monitor performance, and ensure consistency across departments 

SOLIDWORKS Add-in 

  • Delivers on-demand learning directly inside the SOLIDWORKS CAD environment, reducing downtime and supporting real-time problem solving 


Creating a custom lesson plan and reviewing team assignment progress with Admin Tools
 

Together, these tools help engineers stay sharp and give managers confidence that their teams are developing the right skills at the right time. 

The SolidProfessor Platform Tour connects all aspects of the platform, helping both individuals and organizations make informed decisions about their training. To learn more, start by exploring the full course library and curated learning paths available within SolidProfessor, and be sure to reach out to support@solidprofessor.com for questions regarding access or membership. 


Jacob Ames
About the Author

SolidProfessor Content Evangelist, vintage dirt bike enthusiast, and off-road unicyclist.