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GIS For Dummies

Name: GIS For Dummies
Author: Jami Dennis,Michael N. DeMers

Jami Dennis,

Michael N. DeMers,

386 pages
English
PDF
Available on iOS & Android

eBook - PDF

GIS For Dummies

Jami Dennis,

Michael N. DeMers,

About this book

A jargon-free primer on GIS concepts and the essential tech tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is the fascinating technology field that's all about understanding and visualizing our world. GIS For Dummies introduces you to the essential skills you'll need if you want to become a geospatial data guru. You'll learn to read, analyze, and interpret maps, and you'll discover how GIS professionals create digital models of landscapes, cities, weather patterns, and beyond. Understand how advances in technology, including AI, are turning GIS tools into powerful assets for solving real-world problems and protecting the planet. This beginner-friendly book makes it easy to grasp necessary GIS concepts so you can apply GIS in your organization, pursue a career in this dynamic field, or just impress others with your geographic knowledge.

Learn the basics of data analysis, interpretation, and modeling using Geographic Information Systems
Gain the skills to read and interpret all types of maps and visual GIS information
Discover how GIS is used in fields like urban planning, environmental science, business, and disaster management
Explore whether a career in GIS could be right for you

GIS For Dummies is the perfect starting point for students, professionals, and anyone curious about the potential of GIS as a technology or career choice.

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