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Free GIS Stuff

Caitlin Dempsey — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:30:38 +0000

All of the costs involved to learn GIS, purchase hardware and software, and obtain data can be a bit disarming. Listed here are some completely free GIS related resources. Free GIS Posts Visit the Free GIS category on GIS Lounge for some of the most recent posts about free geospatial resources. ArcVoyager Special Edition A package designed expressly [...]

Resources on GIS Lounge

Caitlin Dempsey — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:26:37 +0000

Here is a quick guide to some of the resources available on GIS Lounge: Geospatial Conferences and Events – listings by date of events relating to the geospatial field. Jobs – Looking for a job in the geospatial field? Stop by the jobs section on GIS Lounge. Jobs are free to post and are listed for two [...]

Clip Art for GIS and Geography

Caitlin Dempsey — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:19:21 +0000

Find commercial free sources of clip art for globes, maps and other images useful for developing reports, web sites and banners relating to GIS and geography. Outline maps Growing collections of outline maps in PDF format to print out for educational and personal use. These maps can be used as teaching aids, projects or homework assignments. Editable [...]

Free Network-Based Analysis Seminar

Caitlin Dempsey — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:50:29 +0000

Esri’s offering a free ArcGIS seminar to show how to conduct network-based analysis using Spatial Analysis. The training is being offered at three different times on Thursday, September 2, 2010. This seminar will air on www.esri.com/lts at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. (Pacific daylight time). Sample logistical questions that can be answered through network-based analysis are: What [...]

Cartographic Resources

Caitlin Dempsey — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:09:53 +0000

Learn how to really display your spatial information. Great collection of resources on how to display colors, create an amazing layout and what information to show. What’s in a Map? What really makes a map? Find out the required elements that should be placed on all maps you make. Principles of Cartographic Design Summary of principles from a 1999 [...]

Job Listing Sites in GIS

Caitlin Dempsey — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:15:33 +0000

Looking for a job in the GIS field? You can browse for jobs and post resumes at sites specializing in employment in the GIS industry. GIS Job Postings at GIS Lounge Do you have a job opening in the GIS field? Submit your job listing to GIS Lounge. The site is free for posting and browsing [...]

Of Interest: Insider Maps and Wandering Men

Caitlin Dempsey — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:16:25 +0000

A La Carte Maps create tourist maps with a twist. The company offers maps for select cities that contain notations offer tips and insider information about those cities. The maps are particularly aimed towards “flashpackers”, a backpacker that loves to journey in style. [Y]ou seek an authentic travel experience off the beaten track: Wherever you go, [...]

Utility Uses Trimble Technology to Develop Accurate GIS Database of Medium-Voltage (MV) Network

Trimble — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:45:56 +0000

Guest article from Trimble. Home to more than 1.5 million people, Belgrade is the third largest and one of the oldest cities in Southeastern Europe. It is the capital of Serbia and an important focal point for traffic and transport, connecting important points in Eastern and Western Europe. The city relies on Elektrodistribucija Beograd, or Electric [...]

GIS Resources

Caitlin Dempsey — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:17:22 +0000

Tina Cary has put together a comprehensive resource page pointing to online resources and her compiled Twitter resources for professional development in the geospatial technology field. Find information and twitter streams for geospatial publications and professional organizations. There’s an in-depth side-bar with information about geospatial career development, where to find jobs, how to market yourself, [...]

GIS Career Resources

Caitlin Dempsey — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:00:21 +0000

Resources to developing your professional career in the field of Geographic Information Systems. Find job listings sites, geography related career guides, and advice on searching and finding a job in the GIS field. GIS Job Resources GIS Jobs Posted on GIS Lounge : GIS job listing site. Post and browse GIS jobs for free. Job Listing Sites for GIS [...]