The interface of nTopology is extremely intuitive and operates through a system of function blocks that act as visual code. Similar to Rhino, functions are found using a search bar which is one of my favorite features to have when designing. The team has worked extremely hard behind the scenes to allow users to execute complex design manipulations with only very few user inputs. The beauty of these function blocks is that you can deconstruct them to see exactly how it was made behind the scenes if you wanted to. I started using their software at the end of 2018 in the 'Element' version of the software and the programs advancement since then as been astronomical, particularly with the introduction of implicit field-based modeling. This form of modeling allows users to execute basic functions with little to no failure but also allows them to harness significant control over their manipulations. For me, the ability for users to access both ends of the design spectrum, from simplicity to complexity, is the true novelty and significance of the nTop Platform. Both quick and effortless solutions as well as in-depth, fundamental controllability are available to the user.

One of the coolest things about nTop is the revolutionary approach to build things. So using different methodologies, mathematics, physics, external inputs from other software, analysis inputs of various types, it makes the process new. Where traditional software has enormous limitations, nTop Platform opens the doors to a new kind of approach, which is revolutionary for engineers but extremely effective and stimulating for designers. Furthermore, if we talk about Additive Manufacturing and if we talk about complexity, here there are probably few rivals not only for what can be achieved but also for speed, fundamental in the iterative process.

_ Next Gen philosophy: The software is equipped with tools that not only allow you to design a part or two, but to build a workflow that can propulse you to mass customisation, testing and development. _ Incredible Support: I have been using Ntopology software since mid 2017 and their support team assisted me in several projects, which was very helpful as a student, eventually making it possible to start a PhD and win an international design award (2020 Additive World DfAM challenge in the student category) using their software. _ It's not only about AM or lattices: While I primarly used Ntopology software for efficiently handling AM lattices, Ntop release offered more than that by switching from the familiar NURBS or B-reps to implicits and fields, opening a new dimension and angles to approach design thinking. _ Always Improving: The Ntop team has an impressive touch with their community and is always listening and constantly improving their software capabilities. _ Ultimate Design Freedom: Ntop's approach makes you feel like a coder that is capable of building a personal plugin or mini modelling software with custom inputs, outputs and unlimited possibilities. _ Tutorials/Guidance: While the user experience might be different at the beginning from the usual CAD software, the team has put various tutorials and videos that guide you and also invite academics and industry representative that show direct applications and self developped workflows.