Question : reading autocad files

Hi
Is it possible to read autocad files using .net to create a pictorial representation of the autocad drawing?
Does any api exist to perform the task?

Answer : reading autocad files

It looks like the only and restricted free instrument for access to modern DWG files now is DWG TrueView.

check this link:
http://discussion.autodesk.com/forums/message.jspa?messageID=5130500