ArcGIS Earth Actually Isn't That Bad!

When I first explored ArcGIS Earth, I wasn’t expecting much—it’s a free tool from Esri that looks like a Google Earth clone. But after using it for a while, I’ve come to appreciate its unique capabilities, even if it’s not perfect. ArcGIS Earth is surprisingly good at allowing users to quickly visualize and interact with spatial data in 2D and 3D. It supports a variety of formats, including KML, shapefiles, and imagery, making it versatile for simple GIS viewing needs.

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ILGISA 2024 Recap

The ILGISA 2024 Conference presented a comprehensive slate of sessions, workshops, and panels aimed at advancing GIS practices, tools, and knowledge-sharing for professionals across sectors. A significant theme was the usage of Esri software to address real-world challenges in local government, environmental management, utilities, transportation, and infrastructure.

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