TRXL 173: ‘Raising Digital Literacy’, with Cody Winchester
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Jan 7, 2025 Cody Winchester, Lead Technology Trainer at HMC Architects, shares valuable insights on digital literacy in architecture. He discusses the fundamental shift from traditional practices to a technology-centric approach and highlights the crucial role of training in architectural education. The conversation covers challenges in knowledge transfer from seasoned professionals to newcomers. Cody emphasizes the need for structured learning paths and effective communication between teams to champion successful technology integration in the evolving architectural landscape.
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Cody's Career Shift
- Cody Winchester shifted from traditional architecture to lead technology training at HMC Architects.
- He found joy in blending technological advancement with architectural practice to improve workflows.
Invest in Dedicated Tech Training
- Invest in dedicated technology training to leverage digital tools effectively.
- Avoid expecting staff to learn tech piecemeal; structured training ensures consistent skills.
Embrace Rapid Tech Evolution
- The technology landscape in architecture evolves rapidly, especially with emerging AI.
- Firms must embrace complexity and prepare for unknown changes ahead.