SAN RAFAEL, Calif., May 5, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Autodesk, Inc. (Nasdaq:ADSK), the world's leading design software and digital content company, today announced that it will broadcast its first quarter fiscal 2004 financial results conference call live via its website on Thursday, May 22, 2003. -0-

WHAT:     Autodesk Inc. First Quarter FY2004 Financial Results

WHEN:     Thursday, May 22, 2003; 2:00 p.m. Pacific time

HOW:      If you would like to listen to the live call, Autodesk will
          be hosting a webcast at www.autodesk.com/investor. A replay
          of the web cast will be available for 15 days following the
          call. If you are unable to access the Internet for the call,
          you may dial in at 1-312-470-0197 and reference Autodesk as
          the password.

CONTACT:  Sue Pirri, Senior Director
          Investor Relations
          415-507-6467
          sue.pirri@autodesk.com

          Misty Ohmart, Manager
          415-507-6208
          misty.ohmart@autodesk.com

About Autodesk

Founded in 1982, Autodesk, Inc., is the world's leading design software and digital content company. Autodesk offers solutions for professionals in building design, geographic information systems, manufacturing, digital media, and wireless data services. By delivering progressive products and services, Autodesk helps customers create, manage, use, and maximize the value of their digital data throughout the lifecycle of their projects. For more information about the company, see www.autodesk.com.

Autodesk and the Autodesk logo are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the United States and/or certain other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks are used solely for the purpose of identification and belong to their respective holders.

SOURCE: Autodesk Inc.

Autodesk Inc.
Sue Pirri, 415/507-6467
sue.pirri@autodesk.com
Misty Ohmart, 415/507-6208
misty.ohmart@autodesk.com