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3D Analysis Tools in GIS – Bend It in 3D

3D analysis is a growing trend because it better represents the real world. For some problems, 3D is sometimes the only way to solve it.

20 Great Gifts For Geographers and GIS Geeks

For Christmas, Black Friday, or any occasion, this is the ultimate shopping list and gift guide for geography lovers, map nerd or GIS geek.

Learn GIS – An Introduction to GIS

If you want to learn GIS, this is your guide to Geographic Information Systems. It covers analysis, cartography, remote sensing and software.

Hyperspectral Imaging from Space

Hyperspectral imaging takes a spectrum of light and divides the light into hundreds of narrow spectral bands. For example, Hyperion has 242 bands at 30m GSD.

Augmented Reality Applications in GIS

Augmented reality (AR) in GIS allows you to interact with the outside world by enhancing or adding 3D features to your phone’s display.

GIS Editing Tools [Cheatsheet]

There are countless ways you can slice, dice and edit data in GIS. So that’s why we’ve created this handy visual guide with the essential GIS editing tools.

15 LiDAR Uses and Applications

We reveal 15 LiDAR uses and applications. LiDAR isn’t a new technology, but it’s been growing so much lately that even your smartphone has it

CARTO (CartoDB) – The Geospatial Platform in the Cloud

Carto is where data meets maps on the web. Instead of using desktop GIS software, Carto provides it all in the cloud with just a web browser.

GOES vs POES (Geostationary and Polar Operational Environmental Satellites)

GOES and POES are both operational environmental satellites. But they actually share more in common such as their 40+ year legacy in space.

Is a GIS Master’s Degree Worth It?

Are you thinking about enrolling for a GIS Masters degree program? We weigh in the pros and cons of graduating with a GIS Masters degree.