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Making Custom Infowindows and Legends in CartoDB Editor
In this post we detail our experience making custom infowindows and legends in CartoDB Editor
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Making Custom Infowindows and Legends in CartoDB Editor
In this post we detail our experience making custom infowindows and legends in CartoDB Editor
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Functional Programming for the Functionally Challenged (Like Me) – Intro
By now you have probably heard all the hype about functional programming (FP) and may have even dipped your toe in the water by trying out one of the other Lisp dialects. Maybe you have experimented with some of the functional elements of Scala, Ruby, Python, or one of the newer languages.
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Measuring Access with Network Distances
Now in its fourth year, Azaveaโs Summer of Maps Program has become an important resource for non-profits and student GIS analysts alike. Non-profits receive pro bono spatial analysis work that can enhance their organizational decision-making processes and programmatic activities, while students benefit from Azavea mentorsโ expertise. This year, three fellows worked on projects for six organizations that spanned…
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How to Create An Atlas-Style Map with Many Layers in ArcGIS
In this blog we provide a few tips to manage base map features and create an atlas-style map with many layers without distracting from the information presented.
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Mapping Substandard Housing with Philadelphia’s License and Inspection Data
In this blog post we discuss our work with The Legal Clinic for the Disabled (LCD) and our efforts to help them compare their client intake records with publicly-available geographic data in order to explore the relationship between poverty, disability, and unsafe or substandard housing conditions.
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GIS, Mapping and Cartography Tools to Get You Started on Your Next Project
In this post we outline a list of tools and resources for various applications that will kickstart your project with the latest GIS, Mapping, and Cartography Tools.
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How to Get Census Data for Maps in 5 Steps
In this blog, we summarize a strategy you can use to gather census data for maps.
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OpenDataPhilly Wins 2015 Web Project of the Year at Philadelphia Geek Awards
OpenDataPhilly won 2015 Web Project of the Year.
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Research Grants Awarded to Build Web Tools for Managing and Modeling with Earth Observation Data
In this blog, we discuss our receipt of grants that we will use to build out earth observation web tools like ModelLab and Raster Foundry.
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Preparing for a Spatial Career: Tips for Students
We tackle the question: how can students prepare themselves for a spatial career – a career in spatial analysis?
