Using Open Source Tools to Create an Enterprise GIS

Create an enterprise GIS with Postgres SQL, QGIS, and PostGIS to manage users, and support multiple GIS software clients

4.34 (919 reviews)

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What you will learn

Install PostGRES and PostGIS

Design a PostGRES database with multiple users and roles

Load GIS and attribute data into PostGRES and PostGIS

Manage data by including constraints, views, and indexes.

Connect GIS software as clients to the Enterprise PostGRES database

Perform simultaneous multi-user editing of GIS data

Issue spatial and non-spatial SQL to perform geographic analysis

Develop an external application (kiosk) in Python

Publish enterprise data on the Internet

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Our Verdict

This enterprise GIS course delivers essential insights into open-source tools such as PostGRES and QGIS. You'll grasp designing databases with multiple users, roles, constraints, views, indexes, and more. However, be prepared for outdated software examples. While occasional, the need for relying on external resources to keep pace with evolving GIS technologies detracts from seamless learning. Course updates or reworking quizzes would further solidify learners' mastery. Exploring versioning, setting domains & ranges, and backups as essential topics can enhance this course.

What We Liked

In-depth exploration of open-source GIS tools like PostGRES, PostGIS, QGIS, and Python for enterprise use.
Clear goals and structured approach from basic installation to data management, multi-user editing, SQL queries, and web mapping.
Comprehensive guidance on designing databases with multiple users, roles, constraints, views, and indexes.

Potential Drawbacks

Software tools evolve rapidly; the course should feature more recent versions or updates.
Lack of exercises or quizzes to reinforce understanding
More thorough explanations on backups, versioning, setting domains & ranges would provide a complete picture.