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The purpose of this article is to provide a list of resources for new users of OpenFlows FLOOD. Please use these links to gain a better understanding of the software. If you have any further questions, please post on the OpenFlows Forum.
What's New in the latest version? - As new versions are released, typically an article is published with details of the new features. You can find such articles here: OpenFlows FLOOD TechNotes and FAQ's
Downloading and Installation - For information on how to download the latest version of the product see here: Downloading OpenFlows | Hydraulics and Hydrology Software
Licensing (Activation) - Information and Troubleshooting guide for licensing can be found here : OpenFlows Product Licensing (Activation) FAQ's and Troubleshooting
OpenFlows FLOOD Training Content
There are several channels through which new and existing users of OpenFlows FLOOD can understand the product.
Generic Start Guide - The Generic Start Guide exercises are intended to provide unassisted help to any type of OpenFlows FLOOD first-time users getting familiar with the software user interface. Download the Generic Start Guide and accompanying datasets here;
Generic Start Guide - Generic Start Guide with associated workspace (for version 10.02.01.01 or later)
Generic Start Guide (Solutions) - Solutions to exercises provided in the Generic Start Guide (for version 10.02.01.01 or later)
Quick Start Lessons - The Quick Start lessons give you hands-on experience with many of the features and capabilities of OpenFlows FLOOD. These detailed lessons will help you get started exploring and using the software. Download the Quick Start Guides and accompanying datasets here;
Quick Start Urban Flood Simulation (SWMM) - Connection with SWMM INP model (for version 10.00.02.01 or later)
Quick Start Urban Flood Simulation (CivilStorm and SewerGEMS) - Connection with CivilStorm / SewerGEMS model (for version 10.02.01.01 or later)
Quick Start Watershed Modeling (for version 10.00.02.01 or later)
Bentley Training - Formal Bentley Training - Urban Flood Simulation with OpenFlows FLOOD
For a certificate / learn units / professional development hours (PDH), see: Learning Unit
OpenFlows Fundamentals Training - Fundamental Training Videos taking you through the modeling process in OpenFlows FLOOD - OpenFlows FLOOD Fundamentals Training
YouTube Channel - Videos that showcase useful functionality - Bentley OpenFlows FLOOD Playlist on the Bentley Hydraulics and Hydrology Modeling Channel
OpenFlows Calendar - Upcoming live training and new product release dates - OpenFlows Calendar
OpenFlows Community Wiki - A comprehensive collection of wiki articles is available to search through, for specific questions, topics and problems. Using the search bar from within the wiki will search for all articles for OpenFlows products. - OpenFlows Wiki
OpenFlows Forum - This forum provides a place to ask questions and contribute to discussions on OpenFlows products. - OpenFlows | Hydraulics and Hydrology Forum
OpenFlows FLOOD related articles - Comprehensive technical articles for OpenFlows FLOOD: OpenFlows FLOOD TechNotes and FAQ's
Alerts on new releases and updates- Subscribe to our blog or check the CONNECTION Client for new release alerts. Read more here: How to receive alerts on new version availability