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Free Points of Interest (POI) GIS Data

Looking for points of interest that you can use for your maps? Don’t worry we got you covered with our list of free POI GIS data sources.

Building maps is both an art and a science. We’re diving into the world of map design. Steal these design ideas to elevate your skills.

Looking for a GIS side hustle? I am not a big believer in GIS freelancing. No guaranteed salary. No benefits. But is it possible?

Does Yahoo Maps still exist? There was a time when Yahoo Maps was a force to be reckoned with. But since June 2015, that time is now gone.

I have a love-hate relationship with labeling in ArcGIS Pro. I love that it adds clarity to my maps. But I hate that it can be really tedious.

What if we could use sound to explore underwater? Sonar does just that. Simply, sonar turns sound waves into a map of the ocean floor.

To convert a KML to a KMZ, the process is straightforward. It only requires tools such as Google Earth and 7-Zip to get started converting.

We’ll teach you all the differences between KMZ vs KML. We’ll also show you how to convert them into both file formats in Google Earth.

Radar bands are groups of wavelengths. Each has its unique ability to penetrate the Earth’s surface and reveal aspects of the environment.

There are free tools online that convert DWG to SHP. But we recommended using QGIS, which is an open source GIS software option.