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This course explores the evolution of GIS into modern, scalable, and cloud-native technologies. It covers the characteristics of modern GIS, such as its open and interoperable nature, integration with broader data environments, and its diverse real-world applications in fields like climate analysis, finance, agriculture, and disaster response. The course highlights how modern GIS is accessible to non-specialists and fosters collaboration, breaking down traditional data silos to drive effective data-driven decision-making across disciplines.
What You Will Learn
- The evolution of GIS from traditional to modern, cloud-native systems
- Characteristics of modern GIS, including openness, interoperability, and scalability
- How modern GIS integrates with broader data environments to break down data silos
- Practical applications of GIS in fields such as climate analysis, finance, agriculture, and disaster response
- How modern GIS fosters accessibility and collaboration across different disciplines
- The role of cloud-native design in improving data processing, sharing, and scalability
Matt Forrest
24 Students3 Courses
Matt Forrest is a seasoned geospatial professional with over a decade of experience in geospatial technology and data analysis. He currently serves as the Director of Customer Engineering & Product Led Growth at Wherobots, where he focuses on enabling organizations to leverage modern Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial SQL to enhance their operations and advance their capabilities.
Throughout his career, Matt has been dedicated to promoting the use of open, interoperable, and standards-based geospatial technologies. He shares his expertise through his LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website, where he offers tutorials, resources, and insights into modern GIS practices.
Matt is also the author of "Spatial SQL" a comprehensive guide designed to help readers progress from SQL novices to spatial SQL experts.
His commitment to advancing geospatial knowledge is further demonstrated through his active presence on LinkedIn and YouTube, where he shares weekly tips, tutorials, and insights on modern GIS and geospatial analysis.
With a passion for all things geospatial, Matt Forrest continues to be a leading voice in the field, helping individuals and organizations harness the power of modern GIS technologies.
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$49.00
