Is it possible to extrude a vector layer with QGIS 2.16 Globe plugin?
Hiking & ActivitiesRemember Extruding Vectors in QGIS 2.16? A Trip Down 3D Memory Lane QGIS, that trusty open-source GIS software we all know and love, has been letting us play with spatial data for ages. And one thing folks were always curious about, especially back in the QGIS 2.16 days, was how to make those vector layers
Adding nodes into graph using QGIS?
Hiking & ActivitiesAdding Nodes to a Graph in QGIS: A Human’s Guide QGIS, that trusty open-source Geographic Information System, is a real powerhouse. You can use it to conjure up maps, tweak existing ones, run analyses, and even publish your geospatial masterpieces. If you’re diving into spatial analysis, you’ll quickly find yourself wrestling with networks and graphs.
What’s wrong with my ArcGIS – PostGIS setup?
Hiking & ActivitiesArcGIS and PostGIS: Taming the Beast (and Making it Play Nice) So, you’re trying to hook up ArcGIS to PostGIS? Awesome! It’s a seriously powerful combo for wrangling geospatial data. But let’s be honest, getting them to play nice together can sometimes feel like herding cats. I’ve been there, trust me. This isn’t just about
Where can I find city area data for the US?
Hiking & ActivitiesCracking the Code: Finding the Real Size of U.S. Cities Ever wondered exactly how big your city really is? Turns out, getting a straight answer isn’t always as simple as Googling it. You’d think it would be, right? But digging up reliable data on city sizes in the U.S. can be surprisingly tricky. There are
Convert .osm.pbf file to a raster (tif, asc or rst)
Hiking & ActivitiesTurning .osm.pbf Files into Raster Images: A Human’s Guide So, you’ve got your hands on an OpenStreetMap (.osm.pbf) file, huh? These files are like treasure chests packed with map data, all thanks to the amazing collaborative effort of the OpenStreetMap project. Think of it as the Wikipedia of maps! The .osm.pbf format itself? It’s basically
What is the most suitable way to get the boundary of a state or a country or the whole world dynamically?
Hiking & ActivitiesGetting Geographical Boundaries Dynamically: A Comprehensive Guide (Now with a Human Touch!) Let’s face it, in today’s world, maps are everywhere. And not just the paper kind! From visualizing election results to powering your favorite ride-sharing app, geospatial data is absolutely critical. That’s why being able to grab the borders of countries, states – even