Desktop GIS

Desktop GIS

Author: Gary E. Sherman

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781934356067

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"Desktop GIS" explores the world of Open Source GIS software and provides a guide to navigate the many options available. Strategies for choosing a platform, selecting the right tools, integration, managing change, and getting support are presented.


The Geospatial Desktop

The Geospatial Desktop

Author: Gary E. Sherman

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 383

ISBN-13: 9780986805219

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Desktop Geographic Information System (GIS) software gives you the ability to make maps and analyze geographic information. This book provides a foundational level of knowledge for understanding GIS and the open source desktop mapping applications that are available for use, for free, today. Learn about vector and raster data, how to convert data, interacting with spatial databases, creating new map data, geoprocessing, scripting, and more. Special sections include focused learning on the Quantum GIS and GRASS GIS software platforms but other packages are also introduced. The Geospatial Desktop is written by the creator of Quantum GIS, so you can rest assured that you will be led by one of the most knowledgeable authors on the subject.


Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop

Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop

Author: Tim Ormsby

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 558

ISBN-13: 9781879102897

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One CD-ROM contains a fully functional copy of ArcView 8 software with a trial period of 180 days, the other contains exercise data. Both CD-ROMs must be installed to do the exercises in the book.


Getting to Know ArcGIS for Desktop

Getting to Know ArcGIS for Desktop

Author: Michael Law

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 749

ISBN-13: 9781589483088

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Getting to Know ArcGIS® for Desktop is a workbook that introduces the principles of GIS via hands-on exercises. Readers are shown how to use ArcGIS for Desktop software tools to display and present maps and data, and then query and analyze the data. The third edition has been reorganized and includes new topics such as exploring online resources and raster data and contains new exercises, data, and learning tools. Known for its broad scope, clarity, and reliability, Getting to Know ArcGIS for Desktop is equally well-suited for classroom use, independent study, and as a reference. A data DVD for working through the exercises is included with the book, and access to a 180-day trial of ArcGIS 10.1 for Desktop is provided.


GIS Tutorial for ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

GIS Tutorial for ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

Author: Wilpen L. Gorr

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2020-11-10

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 9781589486140

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From working with map layers to analyzing spatial data, GIS Tutorial for ArcGIS Desktop 10.8 helps users explore GIS concepts, apply ArcGIS software, and instill GIS skills.


Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

Author: Michael Law

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2021-03-16

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13: 9781589485778

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The sixth edition of Getting to Know ArcGIS(R) Desktop 10.8, the bestselling guide to learning ArcGIS Desktop, provides a comprehensive introduction to features and tools of ArcGIS Desktop 10.8.x.


Building a GIS

Building a GIS

Author: Dave Peters

Publisher: ESRI, Inc.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 1589481593

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The book's reach is as broad as it is detailed, intended both for IT experts just now adopting the technology and for GIS experts just now getting into system design - and for the nontechnical executives who need to take advantage of advancements in technology while managing change."--Jacket.


Esri ArcGIS Desktop Associate

Esri ArcGIS Desktop Associate

Author: Miriam Schmidts

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 381

ISBN-13: 9781589483514

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The Esri ArcGIS Desktop Associate Certification Study Guide is a comprehensive review of the GIS skills and knowledge measured in the ArcGIS Desktop Associate certification exam. This easy-to-use study guide provides the following: Overviews of essential ArcGIS for Desktop tools and workflows to strengthen your skills Step-by-step exercises to reinforce what you've learned Challenge questions to test your knowledge The Esri ArcGIS Desktop Associate Certification Study Guide includes access to a 180-day version of ArcGIS 10.1 for Desktop Advanced software or ArcGIS Desktop 10 (ArcEditor license) software and a DVD containing data for working through the exercises.


GIS

GIS

Author: Nick Bearman

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2020-12-10

Total Pages: 121

ISBN-13: 1350129585

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This book provides a non-technical overview of the science and tools behind geographic information systems and geographic information science for researchers, students and academics who do not have a GIS or Geography background. The book covers the history of GIS, from John Snow's Cholera map (1854) right up to today's software and data and cutting-edge analysis techniques. Bearman goes on to cover how to find, use and evaluate the latest data sets to critiquing existing maps, highlighting limitations and common mistakes. A variety of different GIS methods including Google Maps, GPS, big data, context and choropleth maps are discussed and the pros and cons of each are highlighted allowing you to choose the appropriate method or piece of software for your own research. This is the ideal book for anyone thinking about using GIS in their own research.


GIS Tutorial for Health for ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

GIS Tutorial for Health for ArcGIS Desktop 10. 8

Author: Kristen S. Kurland

Publisher: Esri Press

Published: 2021-06-22

Total Pages: 430

ISBN-13: 9781589486782

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GIS Tutorial for Health for ArcGIS Desktop 10.8 introduces readers to preparing, visualizing, and analyzing health data in a workbook designed for teaching with ArcGIS Desktop 10.8.