Houston Area GIS Day Workshops

The Houston-Area GIS Day Planning Committee is excited to offer a full day of professional workshops, leading up to the 2024 Houston-Area GIS Day, at discounted rates for the geospatial community.

Join us on Thursday, November 21st, at the University of Houston-Clear Lake for hands-on workshops designed to enhance your skills and expand your geospatial knowledge. Whether you aspire to be a Geo Guru, Spatial Sorcerer, GIS Jedi, or Map Master, these sessions offer something for everyone. Workshops will be provided by:

ESRI
TeachMeGIS
Dr. Qiusheng Wu – University of Tennessee Knoxville

We look forward to seeing you there—come ready to map out your future!

Event Date

Thursday, November 21
Professional Workshops

Event Location

University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058

Workshops Offered

Registration for the Houston Area GIS Day workshops is now open. Discounted early bird pricing is available for each workshop until Friday, October 11, 2024. A hot lunch is included with attendance.

Disclaimer

Workshops are designed for intermediate-level GIS professionals to build on existing skills.
Please note that registration for workshops is separate from registering for the GIS Day Expo.
Don't miss out! Register for free to attend the GIS Day Expo on November 22nd, where you can network, learn about the latest in GIS technology, and connect with fellow GIS enthusiasts!

3D Mapping with MapLibre and Leafmap

Offered By Dr. Qiusheng Wu - University of Tennessee Knoxville

In this hands-on workshop, geospatial professionals will discover how to harness the power of MapLibre and Leafmap to create dynamic, interactive 3D maps. Attendees will learn how to:

Create interactive 2D maps with ipyleaflet
Create interactive 3D maps with MapLibre
Visualize 3D terrain, 3D buildings, and 3D indoor mapping
Visualize local and cloud-based geospatial data, including COG, STAC, and PMTiles
Add custom map components
Export 3D maps as HTML for seamless website integration

Times	Early-Bird Cost	Standard Cost
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm	$50	$70

ArcGIS Hub: Best Practices for Site Creation and Content Management

Offered By ESRI

Organizations around the world are using ArcGIS Hub to engage communities, promote transparency, collaborate across departments, and make critical data open and accessible. Attend this session to get an introduction to ArcGIS Hub and see the innovative, impactful ways it is being used. We will share best practices for site creation and content management, including user roles and privileges, login configurations, managing domains, download workflows, and sharing content.

Times	Early-Bird Cost	Standard Cost
8:30 am to 11:45 am	$50	$70

Cloud Computing with Earth Engine and Geemap

Offered By Dr. Qiusheng Wu - University of Tennessee Knoxville

This workshop is designed for geospatial professionals and enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills in cloud computing and 3D mapping. Participants will dive into Google Earth Engine and Geemap to create interactive maps and analyze large-scale geospatial datasets. Topics include:

Building interactive maps
Visualizing and analyzing Earth Engine datasets
Exploring Earth Engine Data Catalogs
Exporting data for further use
Creating interactive charts from Earth Engine datasets
Creating stunning timelapse animations

Times	Early-Bird Cost	Standard Cost
8:30 am to 11:45 am	$50	$70

Exploring the World of ArcGIS Experience Builder

Offered By ESRI

ArcGIS Experience Builder enables you to effortlessly convert your data into captivating web applications, all without the need for coding. Whether you're creating map-centric or non-map-centric apps, you have the flexibility to showcase them on fixed or scrolling screens, across single or multiple pages. Utilize a simple drag-and-drop interface to select from a diverse array of widgets, allowing you to tailor your app with the tools you require. Design custom templates and seamlessly interact with both 2D and 3D content, all within a single application. With ArcGIS Experience Builder, your web applications not only boast a visually appealing design but also deliver seamless performance across various mobile devices.