The Top 11 Open GeoParquet Datasets: Making big geospatial data easy

In the dynamic field of geospatial technology, the evolution of data formats plays a pivotal role in shaping how we interact with and interpret spatial information. The advent of GeoParquet has marked a significant milestone, offering a more efficient and accessible way to handle large spatial datasets. This blog post delves into a comprehensive exploration […]

Mastering Spatial SQL: The Ultimate Guide to Tools & Databases in 2024

The Evolving Landscape of Spatial SQL In today’s technologically driven world, the use of spatial SQL in databases and data warehouses has become increasingly significant. This growth not only enriches the database management landscape but also simplifies the learning curve for professionals, allowing them to apply their expertise across various tools. This blog post delves […]

The 37 Geospatial Python Packages You Definitely Need

When performing geospatial analysis, the right set of tools can be the difference between surface-level insights and deep, actionable intelligence. Fortunately, amazing geospatial Python packages help to bridge this gap. Python, renowned for its versatility and robustness, offers a wide range of packages that can not only help you scale your spatial analysis, but reach […]

Cloud-native GIS – what is the actual definition?

Lately, I have been discussing the concept of modern GIS, and while it doesn’t require the cloud to run (in fact a core principle is that it can be run locally or in the cloud) it does allow you to easily move to the cloud when ready. With that said not all things in the […]

GeoParquet will be the most important tool in modern GIS in 2022

Yes, (another) file format is the most important new development tool for the modern GIS stack in 2022. There is a ton of hype around tools, processes, and methods for making geospatial analysis faster and at scale, but what if the data (in this case vector data) was better formatted for different query performance both […]