For students starting today, the landscape is changing. Autodesk is integrating AI (Generative Design) and cloud rendering into Revit. As a student, you have access to (early-stage concept design AI) and Revit Cloud Worksharing .
Revit comes with a library of "Families" (doors, windows, furniture), but sometimes you need a custom object. Learning the "Family Editor" is like learning Revit inside Revit. Tip: Start by modifying existing families before trying to create one from scratch.