Efforts to Combat Map Vandalism in OpenStreetMap Data
Map vandalism is the deliberate wrong change or update to map data, such as adding an incorrect name for a street or place.
Openlayers: Geospatial JavaScript Library
One of the most under-utilized programming languages in geospatial analysis and processing is JavaScript.
Businesses Using Open Source GIS
Businesses are using open source GIS software, finding that there are a lot of benefits along the way.
Why GRASS Delivers Powerful GIS Capabilities
A recent MapScaping podcast with Markus Neteler, chairman on the GRASS GIS Project Steering Committee, makes it is clear that GRASS will continue to be a powerful GIS open source effort for years to come.
Series: WebGIS Using Open Source Tools
Emmanuel Jolaiya’s series on WebGIS using open source geospatial tools and technologies.
QGIS and Free Mobile Applications
The capabilities of QGIS can be extended with plugins and mobile GIS apps.
EarthPy: Python Package for Plotting and Working with Spatial Data
A Python language spatial package, called EarthPy, has been released for free download for working with GIS data.
Portable GIS Version 6.0 Now Available
Portable GIS is available as a Windows-based executable (.exe) or .zip file which can then be installed to a local drive or onto a removable drive such as a USB stick.
Platforms for Making Deep Learning Easier for GIS
New tools have been developed to facilitate the integration of deep learning tools within GIS applications.