Open source GIS
Markus Neteler
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Open source GIS
by Markus Neteler, Helena Mitasova
Published
Mar 22, 2013
Publisher
Springer
Pages
436
ISBN-13
9781475780789
ISBN-10
1475780788
Description
Open Source GIS: A GRASS GIS Approach was written for experienced GIS users, who want to learn GRASS, as well as for the Open Source software users who are GIS newcomers. Following the Open Source model of GRASS, the book includes links to sites where the GRASS system and on-line reference manuals can be downloaded and additional applications can be viewed. The project's website can be reached at http://grass.itc.it and a number of mirror sites worldwide. Open Source GIS: A GRASS GIS Approach, provides basic information about the use of GRASS from setting up the spatial database, through working with raster, vector and site data, to image processing and hands-on applications. This book also contains a brief introduction to programming within GRASS encouraging the new GRASS development. The power of computing within Open Source environment is illustrated by examples of the GRASS usage with other Open Source software tools, such as GSTAT, R statistical language, and linking GRASS to MapServer. Open Source GIS: A GRASS GIS Approach is designed to meet the needs of a professional audience composed of researchers and practitioners in industry and graduate level students in Computer Science and Geoscience.
Subjects
GRASS, geographic information system
GRASS: system overview
GRASS: system software description
Predicting database requirements for Geographic Information Systems in the year 2000
GRASS: terminal user's guide
GRASS: remote facilities guide
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Open source GIS?
This edition of Open source GIS has approximately 436 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Open source GIS?
For most readers, Open source GIS typically takes between 9h 5m and 6h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 109,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 109,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Open source GIS?
The estimated word count for Open source GIS is approximately 109,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Open source GIS?
Open source GIS was written by Markus Neteler, Helena Mitasova.
When was Open source GIS published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Mar 22, 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.