Plotting points using AusMap plugin QGIS v3?
Hiking & ActivitiesPlotting Points with the AusMap Plugin in QGIS v3: A Down-to-Earth Guide Okay, so you’re an Aussie GIS enthusiast, right? Then you need to know about the AusMap plugin for QGIS (version 3.18 and up). Seriously, it’s a game-changer. Think of it as your express lane to a ton of free, publicly available Aussie geographic
Scholarly articles that compare and contrast different thematic map types or discusses what thematic map types are better in certain situations?
Hiking & ActivitiesAlright, let’s talk thematic maps – those visual storytellers that go way beyond your standard road map. Instead of just showing you where things are, they reveal hidden patterns and trends by painting data onto a geographical canvas. Think of it like turning spreadsheets into vibrant pictures! But here’s the thing: with so many different
Compare two raster extents in QGIS
Hiking & ActivitiesComparing Raster Extents in QGIS: A Down-to-Earth Guide So, you’re diving into the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), huh? Excellent choice! One of the first things you’ll bump into is raster data – think of it as a grid of pixels, each holding a piece of the puzzle about the Earth’s surface. Now, comparing
Why are Shapefiles limited to 2GB in size?
Hiking & ActivitiesShapefiles and That Pesky 2GB Limit: A Real-World Headache Shapefiles. If you’ve worked with GIS for any length of time, you’ve undoubtedly encountered them. They’re like the workhorse of spatial data, a format that’s been around seemingly forever. Esri cooked them up way back in the early 90s, aiming for a simple way to share
Change column order in postgis 2.0
Hiking & ActivitiesRearranging Columns in PostGIS 2.0: A Human’s Guide So, you’re working with PostGIS 2.0, the spatial extension for PostgreSQL, and you need to shuffle the order of your columns around. Easy peasy, right? Well, not exactly. Unlike some databases where you can just drag and drop columns to rearrange them, PostGIS (and PostgreSQL itself) doesn’t
Sharing custom toolbox processes with others
Hiking & ActivitiesSharing Your Custom Toolbox: Let’s Get Collaborative (and Efficient!) In today’s world, where we’re all about teamwork, sharing your custom toolbox processes is a total game-changer. It’s how you boost efficiency and make sure everyone’s on the same page, churning out consistent results. Whether you’re working side-by-side with colleagues, dealing with clients, or contributing to