Ideate Software’s Development Manager Jesika Digregorio is one of the primary developers of Ideate StyleManager, which is among her favorite Ideate Software solutions. In this article, she shares the software's inspiration, highlights some of its functionality, and tells us about how she built her career as a software developer.
Ideate Software’s Development Manager, Jesika Digregorio, Tells Us Why Ideate StyleManager is her Favorite Ideate Software Tool
How did the idea for Ideate StyleManager originate?
Ideate StyleManager made its debut in 2019, born from the requests of Autodesk Revit users who were looking for a better way to find families with CAD imports. Following the circulation of this idea across various channels, including the support desk, the development team and I began working on a solution that took on a life of its own. We wanted to help Revit users uncover where object and other styles are applied and reveal how they impact the look and usability of a Revit project.
What did you like most about the process of developing Ideate StyleManager?
StyleManager is meant for someone who needs to clean up files. This person has to make executive decisions about standards for the company, so it’s higher-level work that touches all aspects of a Revit project. Some are narrow, such as material assets, and some are broad, such as object styles and patterns. The most fascinating part of developing the tool was discovering the unexpected relationships between various aspects of a Revit project. It exposed the mechanics of Revit, and this has made us better developers.
What are your top two tips for using Ideate StyleManager?
Ideate StyleManager is built to help users easily find and purge style inconsistencies in Revit files.
Use Parameters to See Inside Families
Using StyleManager, Revit users find the families that are the source of the parameters without opening each family manually.
Autofix Styles from Usage Reports
Not only does StyleManager allow users to see where styles are being used, but it empowers them to fix inconsistent styles with a few clicks.
About Jesika Digregorio
Jesika has always cultivated a fascination with computers, due in part to her father’s career as a database manager. “Computers were always around, and it made me comfortable at an early age,” she explained. After completing a degree in architecture, Jesika pursued her technical interests by taking additional courses in AutoCAD and Revit and landing a position on Ideate Software’s support desk. With time, she was inspired to write a script to support license delivery, effectively launching her transition to the company’s development team. “Software development in architecture is a sweet spot for me and, while I initially thought the role was beyond my reach, I now can’t imagine doing anything else.”
You can find more about Ideate StyleManager by browsing our Resource Library or watch these videos on YouTube for more StyleManager tips. Also in our Resource Library, you’ll discover videos and articles packed with tips, support and ideas for Ideate Software users.
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What is a Named User license?
A Named User license is assigned to one specific person rather than shared across a network. For a step-by-step walkthrough, see the Graitec Licensing Help Center - Named User.
Are Ideate Suites replacing Ideate Software Bundles?
Yes. Going forward, Ideate Suites replace Ideate Software Bundles.
What's the difference between the Ideate Software Bundle and the Ideate Suite?
Both include the same five tools: IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky and Ideate StyleManager.
- Bundle: Each tool is licensed separately, so different people can work in different tools at once. For example, with one Bundle, five people could each use a different tool at the same time.
- Suite: One license covers all five tools for one person at a time. That person can move freely between every tool. While they're using the Suite, it isn't available to anyone else on that license until they finish.
A Named User Suite is assigned to one specific person. A single Network Cloud Floating Suite can be shared across your team, one person at a time.
Will my team need more licenses?
If several people on your team use different Ideate tools at the same time, you may need more than one Suite license. Contact us and we'll review your team's usage and help you choose the right setup.
Can I still buy an Ideate Software Bundle?
No. Bundles are no longer available for purchase. New purchases are offered as follows:
- Ideate Suite: Named User or Network Cloud Floating
- Enterprise Suite: Network Cloud Floating
- Active Host: Network Cloud Floating
- Automation: Network Cloud Floating
- Individual products: Named User or Network Cloud Floating (IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky, and Ideate StyleManager)
Can I still buy IdeateApps, BIMLink, Explorer, Sticky, or StyleManager individually?
Yes. Individual products are available as Named User or Cloud Floating licenses until the new product lineup launches with the next major release, expected mid-2027.
Will floating (network) licenses still be available?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
My organization has strict security requirements or no internet access. Can I still get a FlexLM license?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
I'm an existing customer. What happens to my current license/s?
Your existing Ideate Software subscription is moving to our new licensing system at no cost. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
- Standalone licenses become Named User licenses. Set up your Named Users in the Graitec Advantage Portal.
- Cloud Floating (network) licenses become Network Cloud Floating Suite licenses. Deploy the latest release as you have in the past, using the new license code in your migration email.
- Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes an Ideate Suite.
To keep using Ideate, update to the latest release and activate your new license by March 31, 2027. Older Ideate licenses will stop working in Q2 2027.
Using Ideate with Revit 2022 or earlier? Contact ideatesupport@graitec.com to review your options. For account questions, contact sales@ideatesoftware.com.
I have a Bundle today. What will I receive when I move to the new licensing?
Conversions are one for one. Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes one Ideate Suite, and each network Bundle becomes one Network Cloud Floating Suite. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
Where do I manage my licenses?
In the Graitec Advantage Portal. Based on customer requests, starting with the latest Ideate release, license management and license usage information are handled in Graitec Advantage, outside of Revit. We recommend bookmarking the portal.
- Named User licenses: Assign licenses to people on your team in Graitec Advantage.
- Cloud Floating Suite licenses: Deploy the latest release with your new license code as you have in the past, then manage licenses in Graitec Advantage.
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Can I transfer a Named User license to another person?
Yes. There's no limit on the total number of transfers, but each license can be transferred up to two times within a 30-day period.
How are licenses issued?
Each product on your order is issued as its own license once your order is processed. To try a product before buying, contact us to request an evaluation license.
I want to try the Graitec AI Assistant now, but I don’t have my new license code yet. What should I do?
Existing customers: We’re delivering new license codes to existing subscribers on a rolling basis over the next few weeks. If you need access sooner, contact your Graitec sales representative.
New customers: The Graitec AI Assistant isn’t available in the Ideate trial. Contact your Graitec sales representative to request an evaluation license or purchase a 6-month subscription.
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