Visual Lisp
Visual Lisp is a dialect of the Lisp programming language integrated into AutoCAD for automating and customizing CAD (Computer-Aided Design) workflows. It extends AutoLISP with object-oriented programming features, ActiveX automation support, and a development environment within AutoCAD. It is primarily used for creating custom commands, automating repetitive tasks, and developing applications for AutoCAD and related Autodesk products.
Developers should learn Visual Lisp when working extensively with AutoCAD or other Autodesk software to enhance productivity through automation, such as generating complex drawings, manipulating CAD objects programmatically, or integrating with external data sources. It is essential for CAD professionals, engineers, and architects who need to build custom tools, plugins, or scripts to streamline design processes and reduce manual effort in drafting and modeling tasks.