Last June, Esri announced a new API called the ArcGIS Python API, that extends the power of Python over the web. This blog post describes what it is and how it can be used. By Eric van Rees What is the ArcGIS Python API? Esri has been offering support for Python, a...
Working with Python in ArcGIS Pro 1.3 will be different from earlier versions. From this new version, Esri will integrate the functionality of conda. This blog discusses how using Python is different to earlier versions and what is conda. By Eric van Rees ArcGIS Pro...
In January we will be releasing two new ArcGIS Pro classes: Introduction to Programming ArcGIS Pro with Python and Intermediate ArcGIS Pro Programming with Python. Starting in early 2017 we will begin offering these courses in Denver, Seattle, Portland, and...
During the month of September you can save 15% on an Annual GIS Training License for organizations with 2 or more students. Our Annual GIS Training License provides access to 35 of our self-paced courses for one low price. Click here for more information. The...
Since the release of version 10.1, ArcGIS Desktop offers native support for LAS files, the industry-standard binary file format for storing airborne LiDAR data. Introduced in version 10.2.2 of ArcGIS Desktop, the LAS Dataset file is a new file format for storing...
A growing number of GIS certifications now require an exam if you wish to earn the credential. Many of us have not taken an exam since college so are not really prepared for what we might face. This presentation will focus on tips and tricks that will help you prepare...
Big data was a major topic during this year´s Esri UC. This blog post discusses a number of new and upcoming Esri products that deal with big data. By Eric van Rees What is big data? The term big data refers to datasets that are so large or complex that traditional...
With the drone market becoming more professional, it was only a matter of time before Esri would release an application that could tap into raw imagery captured with drones, turning it into standardized imagery products and sharing these in the Esri ecosystem. This is...
Airborne and satellite imagery these days is available in multiple bands, which gives the user the opportunity to enhance and use it for a wide range of applications. This blog describes some of the tools available in ArcMap to do this. By Eric van Rees...