Capitalizing First Letters with Python in ArcGIS
If your letters and words are all uppercase or lowercase in a field, and you want to capitalize the first letter of each word, use this Python code block.
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What Is Selective Availability in GPS?
When selective availability was enabled, this added 50 meters of error horizontally and 100 meters vertically to GPS signals.
Greenwich Meridian (Prime Meridian)
The Greenwich Meridian (or Prime Meridian) is a zero degrees longitudinal It is the start-point which we measure 180 degrees east and west.
GIS Dictionary – Geospatial Definition Glossary
From A to Z, we deliver stunning visualizations and meanings with the GIS Dictionary – Definition Glossary. Sharpen your skills with new GIS terminology.
What is Atmospheric Correction in Remote Sensing?
Dark object subtraction, radiative transfer models and atmospheric modelling are common techniques used to for atmosphere correction in remote sensing.
Halloween Maps for the Dead
5 Halloween Maps. Almost all cultures recognize spirits aka the dead. So we bring these 5 maps for the dead to get you in the spirit of Halloween.
How Map Projections Work
The best way to represent the Earth is with a globe. But map projections can be awfully useful too. Find out why cartographers use map projections in GIS.
What is Bit Depth for Satellite Data (and Images)
Bit depth is the amount of detail in each pixel expressed in units of bits. 1-bit rasters contain 2 values while 8-bit rasters range from 0-255
33 Map Elements to Include in Cartographic Design
This guide is like your compass – these 33 mapping tips will guide you in the right direction and show you how to create stunning cartographic maps.
The Remarkable History of GIS
Maps help us get to places. They help us make decisions. Maps have changed how we think about location. But where did it begin? We study the history of GIS.