GIS inventions

10 Key Developments that Changed the GIS Industry

In the dynamic landscape of the GIS industry, monumental shifts have occurred. Our exploration of these ten pivotal developments reveals how open-source GIS software, the rise of Web GIS, and the fusion of IoT and machine learning have redefined the GIS industry. These innovations, underpinned by geospatial standards and spatial databases, are propelling the GIS industry into an era where location-based insights are paramount to decision-making. This evolution underscores the GIS industry's central role in driving data-driven innovation across a spectrum of sectors.
Remote sensing

Remote Sensing Applications: Built-up Assessment

It is a no-brainer why a majority of remote sensing applications are focused on land surfaces. Built-up area assessment is a key factor

How to display Leaflet maps using Vue JS Framework

The development of web applications is becoming more and more complex yet requirements for the user interface to...
Create a web map

Create a web map in R using Leaflet JS

Today, we will create a web map of Kenyan wards showcasing dummy electoral results. To also demonstrate a few functionalities.

5 Python and R Libraries For GIS

This article looks at the best Python and R studios for GIS mapping.

Generating Contours from DEM in QGIS

      A few weeks ago I wrote a post on Generating DEMs from Contours which was quite a...
GIs developer journey

Navigating the GIS Developer Journey

Embarking on a GIS developer journey is an exciting and rewarding endeavour, offering opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and shape the future of geospatial technology. I've always been a big fan of solutions that help communities and societies. It brings out the purpose and motivation for being the solution provider.Geographic information systems (GIS) have witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years. GIS has spread across diverse industries and is transforming how we perceive and interact with the spatial world
gis career

How to Grow Your GIS Development Career

At the start of your GIS development career, you will do a lot of research. Whichever the source, format or mode of the materials you use, you end up being a library by yourself.

Loading data in Jupyter notebooks

A Jupyter notebook is a document that allows one to write code, notes and explanations as well as...
gis-data

Role of Geospatial Data in Climate Change Research

Explore the pivotal role of geospatial data in advancing climate change research. Uncover how GIS technology, satellite data, and spatial analysis contribute to a deeper understanding of environmental shifts. Dive into the world of climate monitoring technology and discover the impact of remote sensing in shaping sustainable solutions. Learn how geospatial solutions are revolutionizing our approach to climate challenges and driving innovation in Earth observation for climate research

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