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Life in GIS is your go-to-site on GIS tutorials, Web-GIS Development, GIS Articles, Geo-Stories, Remote Sensing, UAVs, GIS Data, GIS Tutorials.The platform was established as an initiative to share knowledge within the GI sector in which tutorials, both text, and video, have been used for this purpose

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Finding the Perfect GIS Developer Mentor

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Find the perfect GIS developer mentor to enhance your skills and career growth. Get personalized guidance, industry insights, and networking opportunities
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How to Become a GIS Developer

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There are many fields within the GIS industry that one can focus on. Today, we look at how you can become a GIS developer or even advance your skills as a GIS developer
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Top 10 Hosting Services for GIS Applications

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Discover top services for hosting geospatial applications. Compare services to find the ideal hosting for your geospatial applications.
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10 Years of GIS Training: Lessons for Effective Programs

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Developing an effective GIS training program requires careful planning and execution to ensure learners achieve their goals.
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GIS Project Ideas For Every Developer

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Embarking on GIS projects offers users or college students a dynamic avenue to apply theoretical knowledge and hone practical skills. It not only allows you to apply your geospatial expertise but also contributes to solving real-world challenges.
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Custom Icons and Symbols in QGIS

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Symbols in QGIS are an essential component of spatial data visualization. This allows users to represent data in a visually appealing way.
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Effective Tips to Enhance Your GIS Development Skills

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Discover essential tips for building a strong foundation in GIS development skills. Become a proficient GIS professional today.
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How I Learnt GIS Development

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Unlock the power of self-paced learning for GIS development with tips and insights from my personal journey.
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Should You Learn GIS Programming?

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GIS programming is a crucial aspect of the GIS industry and offers many opportunities for professionals to enhance their skills.
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Create Heatmaps in R

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heatmaps are useful when you want to identify patterns and correlations within large sets of data, and when you want to communicate.
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Remote Sensing Applications: Built-up Assessment

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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
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Best Advice For a GIS Developer

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In most cases, a GIS developer also plays the role of a GIS analyst; analyzing spatial data from all breadths.
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