Why should you take a closer look into Open Source GIS?
Today we are discussing Open Source GIS. Whether you're a seasoned professional or starting your career, we discuss some open source tools that you might want to try.
May 27, 2020
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Episodes
GeoInspirations: Beth Tulanowski – Breaking down GIS barriers from the University Library
This edition features Beth Tulanowski of the Colorado State University’s Geospatial Centroid. Beth shares with us her fascinating background in industry and education, and some secrets to the success of GIS in higher education in community colleges and through the Geospatial Centroid.
Apr 29, 2020
Roundtable Discussion: Moving Your Higher Ed Instruction Online in a Hurry
When the world changes dramatically, it's important to lean on each other. Our panel of geospatial friends from around the US offer their insights on getting your class online quickly. Whether you're Mac or Windows...Higher Ed or K-12...there is a wealth of information here related to delivering instruction online. We discuss communication and online presence, utilizing existing resources, technology consideration, resources, and tips & tricks.
Mar 25, 2020
Census 2020 - What's next for GIS professionals?
Today we are discussing what's next for GIS professionals after April 2020's Census. We explore: Uses of Census data and time lag issue, Challenges of using new Census data, Redistricting, Ethics, and Preparation.
Mar 18, 2020
GeoInspirations: Ashok & Ishu Wadwani - Implementing a passion for data, technology & education
This edition features Ashok and Ishu Wadwani who have spent their careers on the cutting edge of geospatial technologies, business implementation and education pursuits.
Jan 08, 2020
Mentoring - Advantages and Challenges
Today we are discussing mentoring. Whether you're a seasoned professional or starting your career, we discuss some tips and good practices with our panel of mentors and mentees.
Nov 27, 2019
GeoInspirations: Jasmine Du - Helping Develop the Next Generation of Geospatial Tools
Dr. Joseph Kerski, features Jasmine Du, software developer and programmer at the Esri R & D Center in Beijing, China.
Oct 16, 2019
GeoInspirations: Timothy Hawthorne - Making GIS accessible to the Masses
Dr. Joseph Kerski talks with Dr. Timothy Hawthorne from University of Central Florida.
Sep 18, 2019
Dealing with Transitions in Your Geospatial Career
How did you find a first job out of an undergraduate or graduate program? What’s your experience moving from one job to another? We discuss career transitions – school to that first job – career changes – and growing into new positions.
Aug 07, 2019
GeoInspirations: Stace Maples - Archaeologist, Librarian, Tattoo Artist & GIS Evangelist
We talk with Stace Maples, Geospatial Manager, Stanford University Libraries. Stace’s self-dubbed position description on his website says it all about him—“Geospatial Swiss Army Knife”.
Jul 10, 2019
GeoInspirations: Allen Carroll, Storyteller and Environmental Champion
Dr. Joseph Kerski, talks with Allen Carroll, program manager for storytelling at Esri. Thanks to Allen and his team, people around the world have access to telling rich and varied stories with powerful yet easy to use web based GIS tools.
Jun 12, 2019
GeoInspirations: Shannon White, Applying Spatial Thinking and Geospatial Tools for a Career Adventure
Today our distinguished columnist, Dr. Joseph Kerski, talks with Dr. Shannon White, GIS Certificate Coordinator at William and Mary.
Apr 03, 2019
What You Need to Know about GISP Certification - Requirements, Benefits and Study Tips
DirectionsMag has partnered with URISA's Vanguard Cabinet to bring you a collection of podcasts and resources to enhance your professional development. This edition focuses on GISP certification, what's required and shared experiences. We are joined by a panel of geospatial professionals, including Bill Hodge, Executive Director of GISCI.
Jan 09, 2019
Your UAV Questions Answered
Before you fly that drone gift on your wish list this year, listen to some UAV expert panelists answer your submitted questions.
Nov 28, 2018
Interview with Dr. Lorraine Tighe on how a disruptive technology opens the gates to non-mapping professionals
Barbaree Duke caught up with Dr. Lorraine Tighe, Esri Senior Product Imagery and Remote Sensing Marketing Manager, about her perspectives on drones and traditional surveying and mapping techniques.
Nov 14, 2018
How do you stay up to date and deal with software or workflow changes?
A discussion of the challenges we all face as geospatial professionals in keeping up to date.
Oct 03, 2018
10 Steps to Getting Started with Drones
This presentation explores 10 steps to getting launched in the growing drone industry.
Sep 05, 2018
The Twilight Zone of Drone Safety
This presentation explores the edges of drone safety and the current regulatory climate to help pilots become more cognizant of the safety and compliance challenges.
Aug 22, 2018
UAV Podcast Series: How do you make it work? Exploring Practical Workflows and Equipment
Bill McNeil has a chat with Cody Thomas and Michael Lambert on how they handle drone data and manage a successful workflow in their work with agriculture and construction.
Jul 25, 2018
Young GIS Professionals' Perspectives on Professional Organizations
We're discussing the benefits of professional organizations for young professionals as well as their seasoned colleagues.
Jul 10, 2018
Fostering Interest for Women and Girls in STEM and the UAS Industry
This presentation addresses the often-asked question, “Where are the women?”
Apr 18, 2018
Scaling Drone Data and Public Lands Projects
Bill McNeil interviews Jeffrey DeCoux and Adam Schlender from Hangar on scaling drone data and drone usage in public lands projects.
Apr 18, 2018
Interview with Antoine Martin on the Influence of Drones on the GIS Market
Bill McNeil caught up with Antoine Martin, formerly with Pix4D, about his perspectives on drones and the GIS Market.
Feb 07, 2018
The Value of Time-Stamped and Real-time Geodata
Our look at the temporal aspects of spatial and location data raise some questions: How do we visualize them? Do we need quick turnaround high definition video from space or is it a solution in search of a problem? What is PlanetIQ's business model for its weather and climate data?
Nov 25, 2014
Telling the GIS and GIS Day Story Outside the GIS Community
GIS Day is this Wednesday. It’s our industry’s annual opportunity to share what we do, why it’s important and to encourage its further use. GIS Day is both an educational and a marketing opportunity as we reach out to students, educators, and potential users in a variety of fields. On this 15th GIS Day, we examine how well we sell ourselves via our GIS Day communications.
Nov 18, 2014
A New Geospatial Framework: GIS, BIM 3D Come Together
GIS is part of a new geospatial framework where GIS, BIM, 3D modeling and other technologies and datasets are converging. What does this framework look like? How do we understand it? What is required for it to become a valuable part of the short- and long-term building projects across the planet?
Nov 11, 2014
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