Link Library
Agriculture and GIS
Last updated: Sunday January 03rd 2010
Resources on the use of GIS in Agriculture. Find links to articles, case studies and user groups in agricultural GIS. Read more
Airport Data and GIS Resources
Last updated: Wednesday January 20th 2010
Links to airport location data, associations and articles on the use of GIS in the aviation industry. Read more
AM/FM/GIS Software
Last updated: Thursday January 20th 2005
GIS software specifically targeted towards facility and utilities management. Read more
Arc Macro Language – AML
Last updated: Thursday January 20th 2005
AML is the native programming language of the ArcInfo Workstation GIS software. AML is most commonly used in the 7x versions of ArcInfo. Read more
ArcGIS
Last updated: Tuesday January 20th 2009
The product of ESRI’s overhaul of their GIS software, ArcGIS was first introduced in 2000. Find information about the various software found under the ArcGIS model. Read more
ArcIMS
Last updated: Saturday January 20th 2007
Documentation, tutorials, and tips and tricks for using ArcIMS, an Internet Map Server product from ESRI that is now being replaced by ArcGIS Server. Read more
ArcInfo Resources
Last updated: Friday January 21st 2005
ArcInfo is one of the premier GIS software applications currently on the market. ESRI, the makers of this software revamped ArcInfo as part of the ArcGIS suite of software. Resources for both the older ArcInfo 7x and ArcInfo (ArcGIS) versions can be found here. Read more
ArcView (ArcGIS)
Last updated: Wednesday January 21st 2009
ArcView GIS is part of the ArcGIS software system created by ESRI. Find information, tutorials and resources about this desktop GIS software. Read more
ArcView 3.x Developer Resources
Last updated: Tuesday January 21st 2003
Collection of links to help you find Avenue scripts and programming tips for extending ArcView 3.x. Avenue is the proprietary programming language within ArcView. Read more
ArcView 3.x Resources
Last updated: Sunday January 21st 2007
This older version of a desktop GIS software application from ESRI is easy to learn. Find tutorials, tips, resources and extensions. Further links include Avenue scripts. Read more
Astronomy – GIS For Other Planets
Last updated: Saturday September 01st 2007
Not just for landlubbers, the use of GIS technology has applications in astronomy. Browse this list for GIS and mapping resources related to outer space. Read more
Australian GIS Data and Resources
Last updated: Friday January 21st 2005
Links to finding free and low-cost data for Australia. Also find pointers for GIS resources pertaining to Australia. Unfortunately there is not a lot of free data to be found. Read more
AutoCAD Map
Last updated: Sunday January 21st 2007
AutoCAD Map was created by Autodesk and combines CAD functions with GIS analysis. Find links to review, user groups and other resources for AutoCAD Map. Read more
Avenue Scripts
Last updated: Monday May 07th 2007
Add functionality to your ArcView 3.x projects through Avenue. Find free Avenue scripts here. Read more
Basics: Foundations to GIS
Last updated: Sunday January 04th 2009
GIS is a multi-faceted discipline built upon many tools and concepts. To really understand the capabilities of GIS, it is important to learn cartography, spatial and statistical analysis, database management and programming. Find starting points to learning about the basics of GIS. Read more
Bibliographies
Last updated: Wednesday August 19th 2009
Annotated bibliographies and literature reviews in the field of GIS. An excellent resource for finding articles on case studies in GIS. See what advances others in the field are making. Read more
C and C++ Programming
Last updated: Thursday January 21st 2010
Guide to resources to learning C and C++ with an emphasis on spatial information. Find applications based on C and C++ as well as code snippets and tutorials. Read more
CAD format to GIS format
Last updated: Tuesday January 21st 2003
Find free and commercial solutions to converting and utilitizing CAD format files in GIS applications and vice versa. Read more
Canadian GIS Resources
Last updated: Monday August 21st 2006
Leads to free data, advancements in GIS pertaining to Canada and links to web sites of some of the leading GIS agencies. Read more
Cartographic Resources
Last updated: Sunday September 13th 2009
Learn how to really display your spatial information. Great collection of resources on how to display colors, create an amazing layout and what information to show. Read more
Caves and GIS
Last updated: Monday August 24th 2009
Find resources for using GIS in cave and karst research as well as surveying and mapping links. Read more
Census Data and Resources
Last updated: Wednesday September 12th 2007
Collection of links relating to Census data and GIS. Find web sites from which you can download TIGER files, census track geodatabases and demographic data so that you can create your own maps. Read more
Certification in GIS
Last updated: Sunday December 09th 2007
The issue of GIS certification continues to be a controversial topic. Find articles about the goals for certification and read the arguments for and against certification in the GIS profession. Read more
Christmas and GIS
Last updated: Sunday December 21st 2008
Christmas related spatial technologies. Find ways to track santa and to view Christmas lights. Find interesting information about the geography of Christmas. Read more
Clip Art for GIS and Geography
Last updated: Monday February 22nd 2010
Find commercial free sources of clip art for globes, maps and other images useful for developing reports, web sites and banners relating to GIS and geography. Read more
Component GIS Software
Last updated: Sunday August 10th 2008
Component GIS software enable developers to create custom GIS applications. Find resources relating to Component GIS in this category. Read more
Conservation Biology and GIS
Last updated: Sunday October 21st 2007
Links to organizations and institutions providing solutions to the issues in conservation biology and ecology through the use of GIS related technologies. Read more
Consultants for GIS
Last updated: Tuesday April 01st 2008
Consultants can provide invaluable help in determining the best path for a GIS implementation. Find consultants here who specialize in implementing a GIS as well as other GIS projects. Read more
Crime Mapping and Analysis
Last updated: Thursday February 18th 2010
The advent of easy-to-use GIS applications has allowed crime mapping and analysis to flourish within law enforcement agencies. Software, training and resources are easily available to those interest in this use of GIS. Read more
Data and GIS Resources
Last updated: Monday January 01st 2007
Sources to data and GIS resources available on the web. Organized by type. Read more
Dictionaries and Glossaries
Last updated: Sunday September 13th 2009
New to GIS or confused about all that terminology? Browse through these links to find answers to your frequently asked questions about this field. Read more
Digital Elevation Models
Last updated: Sunday April 06th 2008
Find web sites where you can download digital elevation model datasets for your area of interest. Read more
Discussion and Mailing Lists
Last updated: Monday August 31st 2009
Learn where to get your most complex questions answered by other GIS professionals. Mailing and discussion lists are an invaluable tool in keeping “in the know” in the field of GIS. Read more
Distance Learning
Last updated: Wednesday January 27th 2010
Don’t have a school near you offering GIS? If you don’t live near a college or university offering GIS coursework, distance learning can be a valuable way to learning GIS skills and software programs online. Click here to find schools offering internet-based classes. Read more
Earthquakes and GIS
Last updated: Sunday October 18th 2009
Maps of earthquakes and faultlines can be easily accessed over the internet and through public agencies. GIS has also been used in determining earthquake hazards such as landslides and liquefaction. Read more
Equipment – GIS and GPS
Last updated: Saturday April 05th 2008
Links to sites that sell GIS and GPS related equipment. Most commonly GIS users look to purchase plotters, GPS units and digitizers. Look here to find the tools of the trade. Read more
Extensions for ArcView 3.x
Last updated: Saturday March 21st 2009
Sources of free and commercial ArcView 3x extensions. Extensions are add-on utilities that increase the functionality of this older version of ESRI’s desktop GIS application. Read more
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: Saturday February 21st 2009
FAQs, or Frequently Asked Questions are good starting points for getting your beginners and advanced questions in GIS. Find answers to what GIS is, where to find data and how to find a job in this field. Read more
File Formats
Last updated: Thursday April 21st 2005
Guides to the various file formats and tools for data format conversions. Find conversion utilities to convert from one GIS application to another. Read more
Foresty: Applications in GIS
Last updated: Monday February 12th 2007
GIS has been emerging as a strong tool for many areas of forestry, from harvesting schedules to urban forestry. Find information about GIS software specific to forestry, case studies and more. Read more
Free Data Viewers
Last updated: Monday January 04th 2010
Free data viewers for a variety of GIS formats. These viewers allow you to display geographic data as well as perform some basic GIS functions. Read more
Free GIS Stuff
Last updated: Friday July 03rd 2009
All of the costs involved to learn GIS, purchase hardware and software, and obtain data can be a bit disarming. Listed here are some completely free GIS related resources. Read more
Fun with GIS and Geography
Last updated: Monday January 01st 2007
All work and no play makes for a very boring GISer. Take a break from your hectic day of mapping and spatial analysis with these fun links. Send a postcard, take a quiz or learn some trivia. Read more
GASB34 and GIS
Last updated: Saturday April 21st 2007
The Governmental Accounting Standards Board adopted Statement 34, requiring government agencies to assess and value their physical assets and infrastructure. GIS is being recognized as an efficient technology to assist with this effort. Read more
Geocaching
Last updated: Monday August 24th 2009
Started as a way to celebrate the end of selective availability, Geocaching uses GPS technology to find hidden treasures. Read more
Geocode
Last updated: Monday March 21st 2005
Geocoding is a method of deriving spatial coordinates for tabular data stored in an addressable form. A manual equivalent is using pushpins to highlight locations on a map. GIS applications utilize an algorithmic matching method to automate such an effect. Read more
Geographic Information System (GIS) for the Visually Impaired
Last updated: Saturday August 08th 2009
While GIS is mostly a visual technology, there are many advancements focused on providing spatial analysis and maps for the visually impaired and blind. Read more
Geographic Information System Blogs – GeoBlogs
Last updated: Thursday March 27th 2008
Listed here are select GIS, cartography, and mapping related blogs. Read more
Geography
Last updated: Monday January 01st 2007
Resources to sites that provide opportunities to explore geography around the world. Read more
Geography Markup Language
Last updated: Saturday August 01st 2009
GML or Geography Markup Language is an XML based encoding standard for geographic information developed by the OpenGIS Consortium (OGC). The objective is to allow internet browsers the ability to view web based mapping without additional components or viewers. Read more
Geomarketing
Last updated: Saturday February 21st 2004
GIS is contributing to the field of marketing by providing a more effective way of finding the customer base. Articles and case studies of the application of GIS in marketing. Read more
Geostatistics
Last updated: Sunday June 15th 2008
Geostatistics is a brand of statistics that deals specifically with spatial relationships. Find information about this branch of mathematics, software and tie-ins to GIS. Read more
GIO – Geographic Information Officer
Last updated: Tuesday August 12th 2008
CIO, or Computer Information Officer is a widely recognized executive management position in the Information Technology Field. A growing number of agencies, in particular at the U.S. Federal and State level, are instituting the GIS counterpart, the Geographic Information Officer (GIO). Read more
GIS Forums
Last updated: Friday September 25th 2009
Forums are online communities. Listed here are GIS related forums on the Internet. Discussion forums are a great way to find answers to GIS questions, and connect with other GIS professionals. Read more
GIS in Local Government
Last updated: Wednesday December 21st 2005
Resources to finding information about the application of GIS in local government. Read more
GIS Industry Trends
Last updated: Saturday February 21st 2004
Information relating to the economics of the GIS industry. Find articles and market studies on trends and revenues for the GIS industry. Read more
Golf and GIS
Last updated: Wednesday November 21st 2007
Web sites with information specifically regarding Golf and the use of GPS and GIS technologies. Find information on consulting firms, golf course management, and resources relating to golf course mapping. Read more
Google Earth Resources
Last updated: Monday November 26th 2007
Google Earth combines satellite imagery, geographic data and Google’s search capabilities to create a virtual globe application that you can download to your desktop. Find resources here to help you expand this geographic data viewer application. Read more
Google Maps and Map Hacking
Last updated: Monday January 11th 2010
Using Google Maps on individual web sites, called map hacking, is a fast and easy way to add geographic information to personal web sites. Listed here are resources to help you understand how to embed Google Maps in your own site. Read more
GPS & GIS in Jogging, Running and Biking
Last updated: Thursday February 01st 2007
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a technology that uses the position of satellites to determine locations on earth. GIS and GPS technology is being used to help joggers and marathoners. Read more
GPS Resources
Last updated: Thursday February 07th 2008
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a technology that uses the position of satellites to determine locations on earth. GPS is an essential tool for GIS because it allows for the gathering of data that locationwise is highly accurate. Read more
GRASS
Last updated: Tuesday July 17th 2007
Geographic Resources Analysis Support System (GRASS) is a GIS software application under a GNU GPL license originally developed by the US Government. Read more
Historical Geography and GIS
Last updated: Wednesday December 02nd 2009
Links to sites and resources on the use of GIS, cartography and geography in history and historical research. Read more
History of GIS
Last updated: Saturday August 29th 2009
The field of GIS is older than you may think. From the early days in Canada to the high tech world of internet mapping, check out links to web sites that will lead you through the most important events. Read more
Hydrology and GIS
Last updated: Thursday January 21st 2010
Articles, case studies and online tutorials in the application of GIS in hydrology. With the widespread availability of global and regional datasets, GIS has become a powerful tool in delineating watersheds, analyzing runoff and other applications in hydrology. Read more
Image Rectification
Last updated: Tuesday March 21st 2006
Links to the available image rectification software packages on the market as well as articles about orthorectification. Read more
Implementation of a GIS
Last updated: Sunday September 21st 2008
Implementing a GIS is a complex and involved process. Many factors such as user base, monies, accuracy desired and area of interest need to be assessed before embarking on this journey. Read more
Indexes
Last updated: Saturday February 21st 2009
Indexes are guides to zone based layers. Find out your UTM zone, time zone and more. Read more
Intergraph
Last updated: Sunday March 21st 2004
Intergraph is one of the creators of GIS software applications. Find resources for tutorials, developer help and more in this category. Read more
Internships in GIS
Last updated: Monday August 24th 2009
Along with a solid foundation in GIS related coursework, an internship is a must-have in developing strong GIS skills. Find information about interning both on a general level and within the field of GIS. Read more
Java and GIS
Last updated: Friday April 21st 2006
Find web resources about learning Java and its applications in the GIS field. Read more
Job Listing Sites in GIS
Last updated: Sunday October 11th 2009
Looking for a job in the GIS field? You can browse for jobs and post resumes at sites specializing in employment in the GIS industry. Read more
K-12 Education in GIS
Last updated: Tuesday August 25th 2009
Collection of references and tutorials on how to teach GIS to K-12 level students. Find lesson plans, user groups and more in the category. Read more
LBS – Location Based Services
Last updated: Saturday February 21st 2009
Location Based Services is a growing technology field that focuses on providing GIS and spatial information via mobile and field units. Read more
Learning GIS – Resources for GIS Training
Last updated: Tuesday January 01st 2008
With its multi-faceted approach, learning geographic information systems can seem daunting. Fortunately there are a wealth of approaches you can take to get started. From structured curriculums to distance learning and online tutorials, check here to find out more information on GIS Training. Read more
LIDAR Resources
Last updated: Monday July 09th 2007
Find resources, tutorials and tools for working with LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) elevation data, particularly within the GIS environment. Read more
Linux in GIS
Last updated: Thursday August 21st 2008
Currently applications and resources geared towards running GIS software on Linux operating systems. Read more
Macintosh Resources for GIS
Last updated: Tuesday November 24th 2009
Resources, software and reviews on the use of GIS and in the Macintosh Operating System. Read more
Map Libraries
Last updated: Tuesday August 25th 2009
Looking for a map? Browse these map libraries to find scanned versions of contemporary and historic maps. Read more
MapInfo Resources
Last updated: Saturday October 21st 2006
Resources for code and extensions to help maximize the utilization of this population GIS application. You can find components, code and free utilities for MapInfo from this resource page. Read more
Metadata
Last updated: Tuesday April 21st 2009
It’s ‘data about the data’ and it’s vital to GIS. Tools, extensions and tutorials on how to accurately document your data. Read more
Military and GIS
Last updated: Wednesday March 21st 2007
GIS has long had a traditional use in the military. The US Army developed the famous public domain GIS GRASS over a decade ago. This category contains articles and resources about using GIS in the military. Read more
Mobile and Field GIS
Last updated: Sunday October 21st 2007
Mobile GIS is a growing technology. More and more choices are becoming available for field spatial data collection. Read more
Necrogeography
Last updated: Tuesday February 21st 2006
Necrogeography is the geography of burial practices. Find resources and links to web sites relating to necrogeography. Read more
Netzines
Last updated: Thursday August 27th 2009
These online magazines will help keep you up-to-date on the new tools, tips and tricks of the trade. Many have informative articles as well as industry news. Read more
North American Tribal Data
Last updated: Friday January 02nd 2009
Free sources of data for North American Tribal regions. Read more
Online GIS Curriculum Databases
Last updated: Monday April 14th 2008
Resources to search worldwide for Universities and other institutes of learning for coursework and certificate programs in GIS. Search by geographic area or degree offered. Read more
Open Source GIS Applications
Last updated: Wednesday December 02nd 2009
Open Source programs are applications of which you can access the source code. Listed here are available open source GIS-based applications you can download written for a variety of platforms and in various languages. Read more
Organizations
Last updated: Sunday January 31st 2010
Joining a GIS organization is a great way to network and to exchange ideas. There is a growing number of non-profit and industry specific groups to choose from. Browse this list to find one that meets your needs. Read more
Our World
Last updated: Wednesday March 21st 2007
Resources to web sites that use geography and geographic information systems (GIS) to help you to explore our world and its resources and beauty. Read more
Paleontology and GIS
Last updated: Saturday July 07th 2007
Often, GIS is used to look at current trends and to predict future ones. GIS also has a use in understanding the conditions of the past, going as far back as prehistoric times. Listed here are resources that use geotechnology in the field of paleontology. Read more
Palm OS GIS Software
Last updated: Tuesday February 21st 2006
Links to finding GIS and mapping software for your Palm PDAs. Read more
Podcasts on Geographic Information System
Last updated: Wednesday August 26th 2009
Check out these sites to find GIS related podcasts that you can download for your iPod. Find interviews about field of Geographic Information Systems. Read more
PowerPoint Based Presentations for GIS
Last updated: Tuesday April 28th 2009
Find ready-made and available for download PowerPoint presentations online. PowerPoint presentations can be valuable tools in presenting GIS ideas or as educational materials. Read more
Privacy in GIS Issues
Last updated: Tuesday April 22nd 2008
The increase of GIS usage has brought with it a rise in public concern over privacy. The proliferation of easily accessible public information via the web is one of the reasons. The availability of not only aerial and satellite imagery but also street level imagery has also raised questions about the balance between the public’s righto access information versus the individual person’s right to privacy. A.F. Westin in Privacy and Freedom (1967) defined privacy as “the claim of individuals … to determine for themselves when, how, and to what extent information about them is communicated to others.” Read more
Projections and Coordinate Systems
Last updated: Tuesday September 08th 2009
Tutorials to help you understand the various projection and coordinate systems. Also find conversion tools to convert datasets from one system to another. Read more
Public Health
Last updated: Thursday February 26th 2009
Leads on articles, research and tools for the application of GIS to public health issues. Find out why health organizations find GIS to be an invaluable tool. Read more
Python and GIS Resources
Last updated: Wednesday October 14th 2009
Find resources to web sites about Python scripting to use in ArcGIS as well as ArcView 3.x software. Learn how to use Python to expand your geographic information system. Read more
Real Estate and GIS
Last updated: Thursday August 10th 2006
Resources to finding out about the application of GIS in the real estate industry and market analysis. Read more
Recruiters in GIS
Last updated: Monday February 02nd 2009
Headhunters can help streamline the process of getting a job. Find links to GIS specific recruiting sites. Read more
Relief Shading
Last updated: Monday April 06th 2009
Relief shading involves the use of shadows to emphasize the topography of a terrain. In GIS, most often this involves the use of a digital elevation model (DEM) that has undergone a technique called hillshading. The variation in shadowing gives the elevation a 3D effect and helps put into context how hilly or flat a geographic area is. There are different methods for achieving a shaded relief map and resources for understanding this cartographic technique are listed here. Read more
Remote Sensing Principles
Last updated: Thursday May 21st 2009
Online tutorials and articles on what remote sensing is, digital imagery analysis and applications. Read more
Request for Proposals (RFP) – GIS
Last updated: Monday April 03rd 2006
Request for Proposals (RFP) are also known as Request for Quotes (RFQ). RFPs are essential to the field of GIS as many agencies write them to attract bids for GIS projects. Find information on writing RFPs. Read more
Salary Surveys for GIS
Last updated: Monday February 01st 2010
Salary surveys and starting points for helping you find the right GIS job at the right compensation level. Find out how to gauge what the market value of your skill level is. Read more
Software Reviews
Last updated: Tuesday February 27th 2001
Links to articles reviewing software applications and components relating to GIS. Read more
Spatial Database Engines
Last updated: Thursday February 17th 2005
Spatial Database Engines help manage spatial data to provide a quicker retrieval of that data from database engines such as Oracle, SQLSever and Informix. Read more
Subjects in GIS
Last updated: Tuesday March 21st 2006
GIS is emerging as a strong tool in the many fields. Case studies, tools and techniques can be found here. Read more
Symbol Sets for ArcView 3x and ArcInfo 7x
Last updated: Tuesday January 21st 2003
Extensions and add-ons can greatly enhance the functionality of ArcView 3x and ArcInfo 7x. Many of these extensions can be found for free on the internet. Use this page as a great starting point for your search. Read more
Time and GIS
Last updated: Saturday March 21st 2009
Articles and applications on the analysis of time in GIS. Most interesting is the visualization of the space and time concurrently. Read more
Time Zone Data
Last updated: Tuesday April 15th 2008
Free and commerical sources of Time Zone Datasets. Read more
Translators and Converters
Last updated: Monday April 21st 2008
Translators and converters to convert one type of GIS format to another. Find resources for converting MapInfo, ArcView, SDTS and many other files. Read more
Tutorials for Learning ArcView 3.x
Last updated: Tuesday February 21st 2006
You can start learning to use ArcView 3x by following online tutorials prepared by others in the GIS community. Read more
Tutorials for MapInfo
Last updated: Monday August 27th 2001
Tutorials and other resources for learning MapInfo. Read more
Tutorials in GIS
Last updated: Saturday February 07th 2009
Online lessons in a wide range of subject matters for learning GIS. Take an introduction to GIS class. Other subject matters include using Census data in GIS and an Introduction to Hydrology. Read more
Urban Landuse Data Sources
Last updated: Sunday December 21st 2008
Free download sites for obtaining urban land use datasets. Read more
User Groups for GIS
Last updated: Friday September 04th 2009
Web pages of GIS support groups. Find a local user group near you. These meetings are great ways to network and discuss GIS issues with others in the field. Read more
Weather and GIS
Last updated: Thursday August 20th 2009
Find weather related geographic data and GIS tools. Read more
Web-based GIS
Last updated: Friday October 03rd 2008
Access to spatial data as well as advanced mapping and spatial analysis over the Internet is becoming more common. Find information about map server technology and examples of online mapping. Read more
Wildland Fire and GIS
Last updated: Monday August 31st 2009
Informative links on modeling and Wildland fire data. Read more
Wind and GIS
Last updated: Monday March 30th 2009
Find resources for the application of GIS in wind mapping, analysis and modeling. Find data, software applications and tools related to wind. Read more
Women in GIS
Last updated: Monday February 01st 2010
Web sites with information specifically regarding women in GIS. Read interviews about women in this field or find GIS related support groups. Read more
Worldwide GIS Data and Resources
Last updated: Wednesday October 28th 2009
Free and low-cost sources of data for globally based datasets. Read more
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