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The #GeoGeeksAtHome Podcast – Listen and Learn from GeoGeeks at Home during the #Coronavirus

GISuser — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:57:38 +0000

GISuser founder, Glenn Letham (@gletham) has started a new Podcast, GeoGeeksatHome. Enjoy discussions with GIS, surveying, and mapping industry professionals while they continue with their jobs working at home. Each episode runs roughly 30-45 minutes. Enjoy a casual chat discussing all things GIS, mappy, and geotech and they also discuss the current state of things […]

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Learn Python with this Free Guide – Python 3 Object-Oriented Programming

GISuser — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 20:03:30 +0000

Uncover modern Python with this guide to Python data structures, design patterns, and effective object-oriented techniques. Object-oriented programming (OOP) is a popular design paradigm in which data and behaviors are encapsulated in such a way that they can be manipulated together. This third edition of Python 3 Object-Oriented Programming fully explains classes, data encapsulation, and […]

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Where are You Running Off To? Open Source GIS and Fitness Route Tracking

Troy Lambert — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 22:39:04 +0000

Mapping is becoming more relevant to the average person’s every day activities than ever before. From fitness trackers like Fitbit to the Apple Watch and the activity and workout apps available for iOS to cycling and running apps like Strava and Map my Run, people are using maps to visualize their fitness, and share those […]

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Business Location Challenges: How GIS Can Help

GISuser — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 14:57:54 +0000

Selecting the right location is a challenge for all kinds of businesses, not just those that serve customers directly. Things like the demographics and education level of the surrounding population who will be potential employees, schools in the area who train workers for particular professions, and the availability and quality of either affordable family housing […]

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Vault 7: Security and Location Data

Troy Lambert — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 16:13:10 +0000

Not long ago, I talked here about UAV Cloud Data: we are generating a ton of location data, and need some effective way to store it on the cloud. Two things have to be considered: it needs to be secure, so it cannot be accessed by just anyone, but it also needs to be available […]

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Feature – Partly Cloudy: The UAV Data Concern

GISuser — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 20:52:25 +0000

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) that can film extended flights and gather data in 4K Video, LiDAR, or using other sensors create a huge cloud data storage issue. Since the data may reveal sensitive information about key property, progress, or infrastructure, how will you ensure data security and integrity? One of the key components of any […]

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Mapping Reform: Where are Things Likely to Change?

Troy Lambert — Tue, 06 Dec 2016 15:41:46 +0000

In the uncertain times following this election, one thing is for sure. Things will change over the next few years with a Republican president bent on change and a congress likely to cooperate with him. Using GIS data is not just about showing the way things are, but from the demographic information we gathered during […]

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City of Covington Finds Success Using Elements XS3 for GIS Based Asset Management

Editor — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 03:54:41 +0000

The City of Covington, WA has successfully implemented GIS based asset management for streets, parks, and stormwater assets in their Public Works Department. The City has integrated their ArcGIS platform with Elements XS3 to track and coordinate efforts in Public Works and maximize their GIS investment. The City has found value in three primary areas […]

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In Time for #ESRIUC – Echosec Social Media Mapping Contest: #FoundOnEchosec

Editor — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 19:30:41 +0000

Some cool, ESRIUC news from the Esri Startup Program team… Exciting news, Esri Startup Program Partner, Echosec has launched their ArcGIS Marketplace listing,http://arcg.is/28QSiDb! To support the announcement their team has organized a Social Media Mapping Contest: #FoundOnEchosec,http://bit.ly/28QTd6A, for you to try out their product in preparation for Esri UC. Want to follow up with them […]

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5 Must Have Mobile Apps While You visit San Diego for #esriuc

Editor — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 22:32:36 +0000

Here we are once again on the heels of another International Esri User Conference #esriuc. This means that geeks and GeoGeeks from all over the World (over 150 countries I’m guessing) will be converging on the city for the annual Geo Luv-fest. As this will be my 18th consecutive year at ESRIUC, and I typically […]

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