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Project Geospatial

Project Geospatial

By Adam Simmons

Project Geospatial is a non-profit media organization committed to growth, innovation and collaboration among academic, commercial and government partners in the geospatial industry. We believe a revolution is coming in geospatial technology – big data is democratizing, satellites are shrinking, and the science of where has never been more important to the health and future of our planet. We provide a leading voice in geospatial industry trends, insights and cross-industry applications to help inspire and conspire with the next generation of great geospatial ideas.
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Oil Production and Equipment Yard Indicators using SAR - Sensor Showdown 2020

Project GeospatialAug 20, 2020

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FOSS4GNA 2023 | Open Science in NPS Monitoring White Sands with Pangeo+Landsat - Mark Isley

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Open Science in NPS Monitoring White Sands with Pangeo+Landsat - Mark Isley

Summary: - Mark Isley, a data manager and physical scientist, discusses the use of open science and open data in monitoring environmental conditions at White Sands National Park. - The park is known for its unique geological features, including the largest gypsum dunefield in the world. - Open data from Landsat and open tools from the Pangeo project have been instrumental in their monitoring efforts. - Dust storms and erosion pose challenges to the park, impacting visitor experience and exposing fossil trackways. - Remote sensing imagery, specifically using the near infrared and shortwave infrared bands, is used to assess the stability and integrity of the dunefield. - Data analysis techniques, such as masking, edge detection, and watershed segmentation, are employed to separate the dunefield from the surrounding desert and analyze variations in soil moisture over time. Highlights: - 🏜️ Open science and open data are key in monitoring environmental conditions at White Sands National Park. - πŸŒͺ️ Dust storms and erosion pose challenges to the park's ecosystem and visitor experience. - πŸ“Έ Remote sensing imagery and data analysis techniques help assess the stability and integrity of the dunefield. #FOSS4GNA #openscience #open data #environmental monitoring #White Sands National Park #Pangeo project #Landsat #dust storms #erosion #remote sensing #soil moisture analysis

Nov 15, 202318:17
FOSS4GNA 2023 | QGIS and Lands Management in Nunatsiavut Labrador - James Williamson

FOSS4GNA 2023 | QGIS and Lands Management in Nunatsiavut Labrador - James Williamson

Summary: James Williamson, GIS specialist for the Nai V government in Northern Labrador, presents on the use of QGIS in land management in Nunatsiavut Labrador. Facing challenges in Northern Canada, including poor internet connectivity, he switched from ArcGIS Pro to QGIS for its open-source capabilities and graphics possibilities. Williamson discusses three main problems that led to adopting QGIS: internet connectivity issues, open file types/methods, and the need for mature graphics capabilities. He highlights projects involving the Labrador Inlands Misalignment, Labrador New Lands Database, and drone mapping tasks, emphasizing QGIS's role in overcoming challenges and achieving accurate geospatial outcomes. Highlights: 🌐 Adoption of QGIS for land management in Northern Labrador. πŸ–₯️ Overcoming internet connectivity issues and open file type challenges. πŸ—ΊοΈ Projects: Labrador Inlands Misalignment, New Lands Database, and drone mapping tasks. 🌐 QGIS's mature graphics capabilities for accurate geospatial outcomes. Video Tags: #FOSS4GNA2023 #QGIS #LandManagement #NunatsiavutLabrador #GIS #Geospatial #RemoteSensing #IndigenousIssues #ConnectivityProblems #OpenSource #DroneMapping #DataManagement #SpatialAnalysis #GraphicsCapabilities #Geostatistics #GISUse #FutureGoals

Nov 15, 202326:39
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Open Sourcing Farm Assessments - Joshua Carlson

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Open Sourcing Farm Assessments - Joshua Carlson

Summary Josh Carlson discusses the transformation of farm assessments in Kendall County, Illinois, highlighting the transition from a cumbersome proprietary tool to an open-source, efficient, and accurate solution. The new approach ensures precision in calculating agricultural parcel values, overcoming issues like rounding errors and software dependencies. Highlights 🚜 Josh Carlson shares the journey of revolutionizing farm assessments in Kendall County, Illinois. πŸ”„ Transition from a costly proprietary tool with limitations to an open-source, accurate, and accessible solution. πŸ’» Utilization of Python, specifically geopandas, to streamline the assessment process and eliminate software dependencies. πŸ—ΊοΈ Carlson emphasizes the importance of accuracy in calculating property values for agricultural parcels. 🌱 Introduction of a validation step to ensure the precision of the newly developed assessment tool. πŸ› οΈ The development process involves understanding the intricacies of farm cards, spatial operations, and the state-defined individual soil waiting method. 🌐 Open-sourcing the code for accessibility, transparency, and potential use by other counties. #FarmAssessment #OpenSource #GIS #PythonDevelopment #AgriculturalValuation #PropertyAssessment #GeoPandas #SpatialOperations #OpenData #FarmCards

Nov 15, 202324:59
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Think Open Source Using QGIS to Capture Geographic Updates

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Think Open Source Using QGIS to Capture Geographic Updates

Summary: FOSS4GNA 2023 presentation on using open source software at the Census Bureau, focusing on the Geographic Update Partnership Software (GUPS), a GIS solution built on QGIS framework. The presentation covers the benefits of open source for federal government, including security, flexibility, free support, and cost savings. The GUPS system integrates QGIS, PostgreSQL, GeoServer, open layers, and more. A demo of GUPS Web showcases features like map management, user invitation, role-based access, and the boundary review tool for automatic change detection. Highlights: πŸ—ΊοΈ FOSS4GNA 2023 presentation on open source software at the Census Bureau, featuring GUPS. πŸ”„ GUPS, an agile GIS solution using QGIS framework for geographic updates. πŸ’» Demo of GUPS Web with map management, user invitation, and boundary review tool. πŸ” Benefits of open source for federal government: security, flexibility, free support, cost savings. 🌐 Integration of QGIS, PostgreSQL, GeoServer, open layers, and more in the GUPS system. πŸ›οΈ Overcoming challenges, including getting open source tools approved in government settings. πŸš€ GUPS Web deployed as the first Cloud-native containerized Census Bureau system. Video Tags: #FOSS4GNA #OpenSource #GIS #QGIS #CensusBureau #GUPS #GeoServer #PostgreSQL #MapManagement #CloudNative #ContainerizedSystem #FederalGovernment #Security #Flexibility #CostSavings #Demo #GeospatialData #AgileGIS #BoundaryReview #DataSecurity #CensusPrograms

Nov 15, 202318:58
FOSS4GNA 2023 | NPMap5 Next Generation Web Maps for the National Park Service - James McAndrew

FOSS4GNA 2023 | NPMap5 Next Generation Web Maps for the National Park Service - James McAndrew

Summary Exploration of the next generation web maps for the National Park Service (NPS) using Map Libra and transitioning from Mapbox GJS. Emphasis on data standards, community collaboration, and avoiding a centralized API approach. Highlights πŸ—ΊοΈ NPS evolving web maps to Map Libra, transitioning from Mapbox GJS and Leaflet. 🌐 Focus on data standards, community collaboration, and government standards. 🏞️ NPS known for visually stunning maps of parks like Acadia and Denali. 🌍 Unigrid maps recognized but emphasis on data and community standards. πŸ”„ Shift from centralized API to decentralized, community-based tools. 🧩 Development of Map Libra plugins with TypeScript for accessibility and customization. πŸ–₯️ Use of animated SVGs, scalable icons, and interactivity plugin for enhanced user experience. #tags#WebMaps #NationalParkService #MapLibra #DataStandards #CommunityCollaboration #MappingTechnology #GIS #MapLibraPlugins #NextGenMaps

Nov 15, 202326:45
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Feeding Your 911 Data from QGISPostGIS - Randal Hale

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Feeding Your 911 Data from QGISPostGIS - Randal Hale

Summary: Feeding 911 data from QGIS/PostGIS is discussed by Randal Hale in his FOSS4GNA 2023 presentation. He shares insights into transitioning from proprietary to open-source tools, recounting experiences with a 911 proof-of-concept project in the Caribbean. The talk covers setting up PostGIS servers, overcoming challenges, and expanding GIS capabilities over time. Noteworthy aspects include leveraging GitHub for collaborative development, improving SQL scripts for efficiency, and adopting GeoPackage for streamlined data management. Highlights: πŸ—ΊοΈ Randal Hale recounts experiences with a 911 addressing system project using QGIS/PostGIS in the Caribbean. πŸ”„ Transition from proprietary to open-source tools, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and increased flexibility. πŸš€ Setting up PostGIS servers, overcoming challenges, and building a solid foundation for GIS data. 🀝 Collaboration with Chad to move away from manual data passing, adopting PostGIS for efficient data management. πŸ› οΈ Continuous improvement: Randal discusses script enhancements, GitHub collaboration, and transitioning to GeoPackage. Video Tags: #FOSS4GNA2023 #QGIS #PostGIS #OpenSourceGIS #GitHub #GeoPackage #GISDevelopment #SpatialData #911Addressing #SQLScripts #DataManagement #GISWorkflow #CollaborativeDevelopment #ProprietaryToOpenSource #GISProjectManagement

Nov 15, 202323:08
FOSS4GNA 2023 | EAGLE ITM Open Source Utility Outage Data Collect and Analysis - Aaron Myers

FOSS4GNA 2023 | EAGLE ITM Open Source Utility Outage Data Collect and Analysis - Aaron Myers

Aaron Myers, the group lead at GE Informatics Engineering Group, discusses the EAGLE ITM Open Source Utility Outage Data Collect and Analysis platform in this presentation. EAGLE Eye is the Department of Energy's operational platform for situational awareness of utility outages, covering about 93% of the US and territories. The platform transitioned from commercial off-the-shelf to open source, employing Docker, Java, Spring Boot, and Apache Airflow for scalability. The data collection process involves scraping 450 utility outage maps every 15 minutes, and the platform aims to enhance data collection efficiency using Apache Airflow. Highlights 🌐 EAGLE Eye: DOE's platform for utility outage situational awareness, covering 93% of the US. πŸ”„ Transition: Shift from commercial off-the-shelf to open source for sustainability and modernization. πŸ–₯️ Technology Stack: Docker, Java, Spring Boot, and Apache Airflow for scalable and efficient operations. πŸ“Š Data Collection: Scraping 450 utility outage maps every 15 minutes for real-time updates. 🌐 Scalability: Introduction of Apache Airflow to orchestrate data collection and enhance scalability. πŸ“ˆ Milestones: Achievements include a historic archive of outage data and modeling county customers. βš–οΈ Energy Justice: Utilizing data trends to evaluate energy justice and identify deviations in utility behaviors. #FOSS4GNA #OpenSource #UtilityOutage #DataAnalysis #Scalability #EnergyJustice #SituationalAwareness #ApacheAirflow #EAGLEEyePlatform

Nov 15, 202317:53
FOSS4GNA 2023 | SpaceTimeIDs : A Novel Approach for Tracking Boundary Changes Over Time

FOSS4GNA 2023 | SpaceTimeIDs : A Novel Approach for Tracking Boundary Changes Over Time

A presentation by Josh Campbell

Summary The presentation introduces SpaceTime IDs, a novel approach developed by the US Department of State to enhance the accessibility and utility of boundary data. It addresses the need for quick access to relevant boundary information by policy officers and introduces SpaceTime IDs as a solution for tracking boundary changes over time. Highlights 🌐 SpaceTime IDs: A unique identifier system for the hierarchical assembly of line segments into semantically meaningful units, addressing the dynamic nature of boundaries. πŸ—ΊοΈ Enhanced Accessibility: SpaceTime IDs enable quick access to boundary information, crucial for policy officers who may not be boundary experts but require relevant data. πŸ”„ Change Tracking: The presentation emphasizes the importance of tracking changes in boundary configurations, geographic layouts, and attributes over time using SpaceTime IDs. 🌍 National Geospatial Data Asset: The US Department of State is the lead federal agency for international boundaries, maintaining the large-scale International Boundaries dataset. πŸ›°οΈ Geospatial Data Act: The talk highlights the significance of SpaceTime IDs in the context of the Geospatial Data Act, aiming for increased sophistication, scalability, and better dissemination of data. Video Tags #SpaceTimeIDs #BoundaryData #Geospatial #NationalGeospatialDataAsset #USDepartmentOfState #Geography #PolicyOfficers #DataManagement #GeospatialDataAct #SpatialAnalysis #BoundaryChanges #GIS

Nov 15, 202326:35
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Utilizing Open Source Technology to Enable Science at ORNL - Jessica Moehl

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Utilizing Open Source Technology to Enable Science at ORNL - Jessica Moehl

Summary Utilizing open source technology to enable science at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the focus of Jessica Moehl's presentation. The talk explores the evolution of geospatial science at the laboratory, highlighting advancements, challenges, and the transformative role of open source tools. Highlights 🌐 Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) engages in diverse scientific areas, with a focus on geospatial science within a team of around 100 researchers. πŸ›°οΈ Geospatial science at ORNL involves applications such as situational awareness, critical decision support, and crisis management, utilizing open source tools for data availability and model outputs. 🌍 Over the years, the availability of geospatial data has dramatically increased, influencing the types of questions scientists can ask and the tools they use. πŸ’» The transition from desktops to laptops, on-premises computing to cloud, and reliance on proprietary software to open source tools has reshaped the way geospatial analysis is conducted at ORNL. 🌐 Open source tools, especially in the realm of geospatial analysis, offer flexibility and the ability to address specific scientific questions effectively. 🏠 The presentation delves into examples such as LandScan population modeling and machine learning workflows, showcasing the role of open source technologies in enhancing analysis capabilities. πŸ”„ The collaborative approach at ORNL involves sharing code, rethinking assumptions, and making tools more accessible for peers, fostering a culture of innovation in geospatial science. #FOSS4GNA #GeospatialScience #OpenSourceTechnology #ORNL #DataAnalysis #MachineLearning #ScienceInnovation #GIS #CrisisManagement #SpatialAwareness #Geocomputation

Nov 15, 202323:15
FOSS4GNA 2023 | MapLibre Native Upgrade: A modular rendering architecture for the future

FOSS4GNA 2023 | MapLibre Native Upgrade: A modular rendering architecture for the future

Summary: MapLibre Native underwent a significant upgrade to address technical debt and compatibility issues, specifically related to the transition from OpenGL ES to Apple's Metal rendering SDK. The upgrade was driven by a collaborative effort involving multiple contributors, including Stamen, AWS, and the MapLibre community. The project aimed to modularize the renderer, with a focus on achieving multi-SDK support, particularly for Metal. The primary goals included transitioning to direct metal rendering, moving certain operations to the GPU, addressing threading issues, and enhancing shader and layer management. Highlights: MapLibre Native underwent a major upgrade to address technical debt and compatibility issues, transitioning from OpenGL ES to Apple's Metal rendering SDK. Collaborative effort involving Stamen, AWS, and the MapLibre community, with the project aiming to achieve multi-SDK support, particularly for Metal. [βš™οΈ] Modularization of the renderer was a key focus to enable support for multiple rendering SDKs simultaneously. [πŸ”„] Primary goal was the transition to direct metal rendering, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and addressing performance issues. [πŸ”§] Secondary goals included moving certain operations to the GPU, addressing threading issues, and enhancing shader and layer management. [🌐] The upgrade project involved a diverse team with contributions from AWS, Stamen, Meta, and MapLibre maintainers. [πŸ“†] The project was set to conclude in November, marking the completion of the initial phases of the MapLibre Native upgrade. #FOSS4GNA #MapLibre #RenderingUpgrade #MetalSDK #OpenGLES #TechnicalDebt #Collaboration #GeoSpatialRendering #GPUOptimization #MultiSDKSupport #OpenSourceDevelopment

Nov 15, 202328:03
FOSS4GNA 2023 | The future of Vector Tiles elevation 3D arrays, ADAS - Yuri Astrakhan

FOSS4GNA 2023 | The future of Vector Tiles elevation 3D arrays, ADAS - Yuri Astrakhan

Summary Yuri Astrakhan, co-founder of Map Libre, discusses the project's evolution from a fork of Mapbox to a community-driven initiative covering data generation, packaging, visualization, and more. The Map Libre ecosystem includes projects like Map Libre GJS, Map Libre RS, and Martin, a tile server supporting various formats. Yuri emphasizes the importance of community involvement, stability, and the challenges of maintaining both native C++ and JavaScript/TypeScript codebases. The talk explores Map Libre's achievements, goals, and advanced features like 3D terrain, contour maps, and future plans for Map Vector Tiles (MVT) with enhanced capabilities. Highlights πŸ—ΊοΈ Yuri Astrakhan presents Map Libre, a community-driven project evolving from a Mapbox fork. 🌐 Map Libre spans data bits to pixels, emphasizing community involvement, stability, and diverse projects. πŸš€ Achievements include Map Libre GJS, Map Libre RS, Martin tile server, and successful community growth. 🌐 Challenges involve maintaining native C++ and JavaScript/TypeScript codebases for stability. 🌍 Map Libre explores advanced features like 3D terrain, contour maps, and Map Vector Tiles (MVT). πŸ” MVT enhancements include multiple M values, abandoning web mercator, and connecting with routing engines. πŸ“ˆ Future goals encompass continuous development, unifying the stack, and supporting diverse font visualizations. Video Tags #FOSS4GNA #MapLibre #VectorTiles #CommunityDriven #OpenSource #MapVisualization #WebGL #3DTerrain #ContourMaps #MapVectorTiles #MapLibreRS #OpenGovernance #CommunitySupport #GIS #GeospatialData

Nov 15, 202322:11
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Easy Map Apps with React and planet maps - Dan "Ducky" Little

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Easy Map Apps with React and planet maps - Dan "Ducky" Little

Summary Easy Map Apps with React and Planet Maps is a presentation by Dan "Ducky" Little, introducing a React-based mapping library called Planet Maps. It aims to simplify the development of map applications using React and OpenLayers, providing a declarative approach to mapping, which is easier for React developers to understand. The motivation behind using OpenLayers is the familiarity and expertise of the presenters with the library, as well as its strengths in in-browser raster processing. The talk addresses common challenges faced when integrating OpenLayers with React, emphasizing the need for a more declarative and user-friendly approach. Highlights πŸ—ΊοΈ Introduction to Planet Maps, a React-based mapping library using OpenLayers. 🌐 Declarative approach to mapping, making it more accessible for React developers. πŸš€ Motivation for choosing OpenLayers, including familiarity and in-browser raster processing capabilities. πŸ€” Challenges with existing approaches, such as the use of refs in React and the complexity of integrating mapping libraries. Video Tags #FOSS4GNA #React #OpenLayers #MappingLibrary #DeclarativeProgramming #GIS #WebDevelopment #JavaScript #PlanetMaps #EasyMapping #CodeDevelopment #TechnicalTalk #Geospatial #OpenSource

Nov 15, 202317:40
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Serving OGC API Features/Tiles from Postgres with TiPG - David Bitner

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Serving OGC API Features/Tiles from Postgres with TiPG - David Bitner

Summary David Bitner discusses TiPG, an OGC API features service that serves OGC features and tiles directly from Postgres and PostGIS databases. TiPG leverages the power of PostGIS, FastAPI, and other standard libraries, making it easy to display spatial data without extensive configuration. The project supports various OGC features, enables full filtering using CQL, and utilizes the FastAPI framework for efficient service development. Additionally, Bitner introduces EAPI, an opinionated bundle of tools, including TiPG, for seamless integration. The ease of use, templating capabilities, and support for set-returning functions make TiPG a versatile solution for spatial data services. Highlights 🌐 TiPG is an OGC API features service for serving OGC features and tiles directly from Postgres and PostGIS databases. πŸ› οΈ Built in Python, TiPG leverages the FastAPI framework, making service development efficient and customizable. πŸ”„ EAPI is introduced as an opinionated bundle, combining TiPG with other tools for comprehensive spatial data services. πŸ“Š TiPG supports various OGC features, offers full filtering using CQL, and relies on PostGIS for powerful spatial capabilities. πŸš€ FastAPI eliminates the need for building authentication, security, and API documentation tools, enhancing development speed. 🌐 TiPG enables easy deployment with a simple "pip install" or Docker usage, providing instant spatial data services from a Postgres database. 🎨 Templating capabilities allow customization of the user interface around features API, providing a flexible display for spatial data. Video Tags #FOSS4GNA #SpatialData #OGCAPI #PostGIS #FastAPI #OpenSource #Geospatial #SpatialServices #TiPG #DataVisualization #GISAnalysis #SpatialQueries #EAPI #SpatialDataIntegration

Nov 15, 202319:04
FOSS4GNA 2023 | Geo Unleashed: How Apache Sedona is Revolutionizing Geospatial Data Analysis

FOSS4GNA 2023 | Geo Unleashed: How Apache Sedona is Revolutionizing Geospatial Data Analysis

Summary: - The speaker introduces themselves as a co-founder and Chief Architect of We Robots. - They discuss the challenges of analyzing geospatial data due to its large scale. - They introduce Apache Sedona as an open-source computing engine for processing geospatial data. - Sedona provides distributed query algorithms and APIs for different programming languages. - The speaker demonstrates examples of spatial SQL queries that can be performed in Sedona. - They explain the importance of correctly calculating distances between geographic locations. - Sedona also supports raster data processing, such as analyzing temperature observations. Highlights: - Apache Sedona is revolutionizing geospatial data analysis with its scalable and efficient processing capabilities. 🌍 #GeospatialData πŸ“Š #BigData πŸ’» #OpenSource 🌐 #ApacheSedona πŸ—ΊοΈ #SpatialSQL πŸ“ #Distances 🌑️ #RasterData 🌍 #ClimateChange

Nov 15, 202329:02
FOSS4GNA 2023 | An Introduction and Background to the E84 Geospatial Radar Report - Robert Cheetham

FOSS4GNA 2023 | An Introduction and Background to the E84 Geospatial Radar Report - Robert Cheetham

Summary: Robert Cheetham, Chief Strategy Officer at Element 84, discusses the development of a geospatial technology radar inspired by ThoughtWorks' technology radar. Element 84, a women-owned small business, focuses on geospatial data processing tools, software engineering, and open source contributions. The geospatial radar, unlike ThoughtWorks, combines platform and tools, drops languages, and adds data and standards as categories. They introduce a "watch" category instead of "hold" to track emerging technologies affecting the geospatial field. The radar aims to offer opinions based on experience, emphasizing open source, open data, standards, and the public good. Highlights: 🌐 Element 84, a women-owned small business, collaborates on geospatial data processing tools and software engineering. πŸ›°οΈ Geospatial technology radar inspired by ThoughtWorks, combining platform and tools, and introducing a "watch" category for emerging technologies. πŸ’‘ Radar focuses on machine learning, software engineering, data analytics, cloud architecture, and user experience design. πŸ”„ The radar emphasizes open source, open data, standards, and the public good, providing opinions based on experience. #Geospatial #OpenSource #TechnologyRadar #DataAnalytics #CloudArchitecture #MachineLearning #Standards #ThoughtWorks #Element84 #OpenData #UserExperienceDesign

Nov 15, 202323:16
FOSS4GNA 2023 | What We Owe One Another: The Political Economy of Open Source - Paul Ramsey

FOSS4GNA 2023 | What We Owe One Another: The Political Economy of Open Source - Paul Ramsey

Summary: - Paul Ramsey is giving a keynote at the FOSS4GNA 2023 event. - They express gratitude towards the organizing committee and acknowledge the hard work of various individuals and teams. - The keynote focuses on the political economy of open source software and the value it holds. - The speaker discusses the tension between making money from open source software and the freedom it provides. - They highlight the role of consulting in generating income for open source developers. - The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining large open source projects and the challenges that consulting can bring. Highlights: - The speaker explores the paradox of open source software being valuable yet free. - They discuss the economic principles and societal aspects of the open source phenomenon. - The tension between making money and the core promise of open source is examined. πŸ”— #FOSS4GNA2023 #OpenSource #Keynote #EconomicPrinciples #Consulting #ValueofSoftware #FOSS4G #OSGeo #GIS #Geospatial #GEOINT

Nov 15, 202355:02
FOSS4GNA 2023 | You Can't Get There From Here Alone - Brian Timoney

FOSS4GNA 2023 | You Can't Get There From Here Alone - Brian Timoney

Summary: Brian Timoney, a prominent figure in the geospatial community, delivers a talk on community and geographic knowledge at FOSS4GNA 2023. He discusses the historical context of mapmaking, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and preserving contributors' work. Timoney also reflects on the evolution of technology, from the first atlas to the current era of accessible spatial data. Despite the widespread use of GPS and the availability of geographic information, he points out challenges, including the increase in backcountry rescues and potential negative effects on human navigation skills. Highlights: - Brian Timoney emphasizes the importance of community and geographic knowledge. - πŸ—ΊοΈ Brian highlights the Atlantic Midland accent and gives a tourist tip for recognizing it. - 🌍 He discusses the history of the first Atlas and the importance of recognizing contributors. - πŸ“± Brian emphasizes the accessibility of spatial data and the prevalence of GPS devices. - ⚠️ He delves into the negative side effects of technology, including increased backcountry rescues and the potential weakening of our navigation skills. - 🌱 Despite these concerns, Brian acknowledges the optimism surrounding democratization and inclusive growth. #Geospatial #Community #Technology #GPS #OpenSource #SpatialData #Navigation #BackcountryRescue #HistoricalMapmaking #FOSS4GNA2023

Nov 15, 202329:00
FOSS4GNA 2023 - FOSS4G: A network of projects and users elevating OSGeo - Vicky Vergara

FOSS4GNA 2023 - FOSS4G: A network of projects and users elevating OSGeo - Vicky Vergara

Summary Vicky Vergara delivers the keynote address at FOSS4GNA 2023, highlighting the collaborative and inclusive nature of OSGeo (Open Source Geospatial Foundation). She emphasizes the role of individuals as OSGeo members and showcases various ways to participate, including project involvement, committee contributions, and community engagement. Highlights 🌐 OSGeo, the Open Source Geospatial Foundation, fosters a network of projects and users dedicated to open philosophy and participatory community-driven development. 🀝 Individuals, not just projects or companies, form the core of OSGeo, contributing as members through various avenues. πŸš€ Participation goes beyond developers, extending to roles like project steering committee members, documenters, translators, and even users. 🌍 FOSS4G conferences provide platforms for attendees, speakers, and workshop contributors, organized by local committees, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. πŸ—³οΈ Ongoing elections for OSGeo charter members, who play a crucial role in selecting the board of directors, demonstrate the democratic and volunteer-driven nature of the foundation. πŸ“§ Getting involved is easy; starting with joining mailing lists, contributing to wikis, translating, and potentially taking on roles in committees or local chapters. πŸ’° Besides volunteerism, donations from individuals and sponsorships from companies contribute to the financial sustainability of OSGeo and its events. #FOSS4G #OSGeo #Geospatial #OpenSource #CommunityDriven #Volunteerism #GIS #Keynote #Collaboration #Participation #SpatialTechnology

Nov 15, 202318:43
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Towards a Cloud Native Spatial Data Infrastructure - Chris Holmes

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Towards a Cloud Native Spatial Data Infrastructure - Chris Holmes

Summary: Chris Holmes, the keynote speaker at FOSS4G NA 2023, discussed the progress made in building a queryable Earth and highlighted the need for a Cloud Native Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI). He emphasized the importance of making geospatial data easily accessible and usable, and proposed a simplified approach to SDI called the Cloud Native SDI. Highlights: - Chris Holmes discussed the vision of a queryable Earth, where users can ask specific questions about the state of the planet and receive notifications. - He acknowledged the progress made in foundation geospatial technologies, but noted that more work is needed to make global data sets available for querying. - Chris Holmes highlighted the need for a Cloud Native SDI that simplifies the sharing and use of geospatial information. - He emphasized the importance of simplicity in the SDI architecture and mentioned the Cloud Native Geospatial standards as a step in the right direction. - Chris Holmes introduced two mature standards: PM tiles, which enables instant visualization and styling of geospatial data, and Geopar, a simple standard for geospatial columns on top of Parquet. - He discussed the potential of PM tiles for filtering and searching through large amounts of image footprints, and the benefits of Geopar in terms of smaller and faster geospatial formats. - Chris Holmes highlighted the ability of Parquet to partition huge data sets, enabling a more intuitive geospatial workflow for querying and downloading specific data. 🌍 #CloudNativeSDI #GeospatialData #PMtiles #Geopar #FOSS4GNA2023 #geospatial #gis #opensource #OSGeo #foss4g #geoint

Nov 15, 202324:56
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Panel: Open Science Meets FOSS4G

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Panel: Open Science Meets FOSS4G

Summary: FOSS4G NA 2023 panel discussion on "Open Science Meets FOSS4G" explores collaborative efforts between NASA, Earth Mover, NOAA, and Planet in advancing open science and utilizing open-source software. Highlights: πŸš€ NASA emphasizes open science, making data and software openly available. Initiatives include the Open-Source Science Initiative, establishing policies, incentives, challenges, and community engagement. ☁️ Earth Mover, a cloud data platform, focuses on making scientific data more accessible by leveraging open source Python tools, cloud infrastructure, and collaborative efforts like the Pangeo project. 🌐 NOAA's efforts involve collaboration with both open source and commercial communities to bridge gaps, making data accessible to a wider audience, and addressing challenges in transitioning to the cloud. πŸ›°οΈ Planet, rooted in open science, operates a satellite constellation for Earth imaging. The company collaborates with initiatives like Norway's Force to fund open data projects, aligning with their commitment to openness. Video Tags: #FOSS4G #OpenScience #NASA #EarthMover #NOAA #Planet #OpenSource #DataAccess #CloudInfrastructure #Collaboration #CommunityEngagement #PangeoProject #ScientificData #EarthImaging #OpenData #Innovation

Nov 15, 202353:02
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Openness as a Strategic Advantage - Will Cadell

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Openness as a Strategic Advantage - Will Cadell

Summary Openness as a Strategic Advantage is discussed by Will Cadell in his presentation at FOSS4G NA 2023. Will emphasizes the importance of open technology and open source in shaping the future, highlighting the uneven distribution of technological advancements. He explores the concept of openness as an approach that encourages sharing, accessibility, and innovation, discussing open source data standards, open interfaces, and open science. Will argues that openness should be a pivotal part of every organization's strategy, providing a competitive edge. Highlights 🌐 Openness as a Strategic Advantage πŸ”„ Importance of Open Source and Open Technology 🌍 Uneven Distribution of Technological Advancements πŸš€ Embracing Open Source Data Standards and Innovation 🀝 Openness for Accessibility and Collaboration πŸ“ˆ Creating a Competitive Edge through Openness πŸ’‘ Open Innovation: Inbound and Outbound Approaches #FOSS4G #OpenTechnology #Innovation #OpenSource #DataStandards #OpenInterfaces #OpenScience #CompetitiveAdvantage #OpenInnovation #Collaboration #GeospatialCommunity

Nov 15, 202324:45
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Open Source Mapping Library Shoot Out - Courtney Yatteau & George Owen

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Open Source Mapping Library Shoot Out - Courtney Yatteau & George Owen

Highlights 🌐 Courtney and George compare four open-source web mapping libraries in a shootout, covering strengths, weaknesses, and unique features. πŸš€ The presentation includes a high-level comparison, performance analysis, and conclusions. πŸ‘₯ Courtney is a developer advocate at Esri, while George is a product engineer at Esri, both emphasizing open source. Library Comparisons: πŸ—ΊοΈ Mapping Support: All libraries support 2D maps, with MapLibre and Cesium also supporting 2.5D and 3D maps. πŸ“Š Data and Layer Support: WebGL is fully supported by MapLibre and Cesium. Various data types are supported, with Leaflet having the smallest file size. 🎨 Styling Data: Vector tiles are fully supported by MapLibre and Cesium, while Leaflet and OpenLayers offer partial support. πŸ“¦ Library File Sizes: Leaflet is the lightest, followed by MapLibre and OpenLayers, with Cesium being larger due to its 3D capabilities. πŸ‘₯ Community Involvement: Leaflet is the most active library, but all have active communities, providing support on platforms like Stack Overflow and GitHub. Performance Analysis: πŸ• Library Load Times: Leaflet has the fastest load time, with MapLibre and OpenLayers closely following. πŸ—ΊοΈ Base Maps: Performance analysis includes raster and vector tile base maps, map tiles, and GeoJSON data types. βš™οΈ Methodology: Tests conducted using Puppeteer JS and Lighthouse on a laptop, acknowledging the non-lab conditions. πŸ“Š Results: Performance graphs show the total time in milliseconds for library load times, with Leaflet being the fastest. Video Tags: #FOSS4GNA #OpenSource #MappingLibrary #WebDevelopment #PerformanceAnalysis #Esri #Leaflet #MapLibre #Cesium #OpenLayers #WebGL #VectorTiles #GeoJSON #CommunityInvolvement #WebMapping #LibraryShootout

Nov 15, 202325:25
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Moving Protomaps from Open Core to Open Source - Brandon Liu

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Moving Protomaps from Open Core to Open Source - Brandon Liu

Summary: Brandon Liu discusses the shift of Protomaps from open core to open source, highlighting the challenges and trends in open source projects, particularly in web mapping. He explores the dynamics between open source software and software as a service (SaaS), emphasizing the advantages of SaaS in terms of adoption, digital rights management (DRM), and price discrimination. Liu delves into the dilemma of building a SaaS product using open source software and addresses the sustainability of open source projects. Protomaps, an open-source map of the world and a vector tiling system, aims to create a sustainable open ecosystem for web maps, addressing underserved use cases. Highlights: πŸ”„ Open Source Trends: Discussion on the evolving trend of open source projects in web mapping, including re-licensing and shifts in business models. πŸ’Ό SaaS Advantages: Exploring the benefits of Software as a Service, focusing on adoption, DRM, and price discrimination. πŸ›  Protomaps Purpose: Introduction to Protomaps as an open-source map and vector tiling system, emphasizing its goal of creating a sustainable open ecosystem. πŸ’‘ Sustainability Challenge: Addressing the challenge of making open source software development competitive and sustainable, especially for niche use cases. 🌐 Underserved Use Cases: Identifying use cases not well-supported by existing map technology, such as offline use, customization, and self-hosting challenges. πŸš€ Protomaps Model: Highlighting Protomaps' approach to sustainability, its independence, and efforts to provide an easy-to-deploy solution. πŸ”„ Shifting Paradigm: Discussing the toll story principle and the market difference in deploying Protomaps compared to complex self-hosted solutions. #Tags: #OpenSource #SaaS #WebMapping #Protomaps #SoftwareDevelopment #DRM #PriceDiscrimination #Sustainability #TechTrends #MapTechnology #VectorTiling

Nov 15, 202328:26
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Is it Wrong to Make Money with FOSS4G Technology - Michael Terner

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Is it Wrong to Make Money with FOSS4G Technology - Michael Terner

Summary: FOSS4G NA 2023 speaker, Michael Terner, addresses the question of making money with FOSS4G (Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial) technology. He outlines three viable business models: the Red Hat model (service and support fees), integration of FOSS4G into larger solutions, and open-sourcing technology with a premium model. Terner emphasizes the evolving hybrid landscape where open source and proprietary technologies coexist, highlighting the importance of supporting and giving back to the FOSS4G community. Highlights: πŸ’Ό Business Models: Red Hat Model: Service and support fees for free software. Integrated Solutions: Incorporating FOSS4G into larger proprietary solutions. Open Sourcing with Premium Model: Offering free base products and charging for advanced features. πŸ”„ Hybrid Landscape: Future trend is a hybrid environment with a mix of open source and proprietary technologies. Examples include Google's use of open source tools in unexpected places. 🌐 Community Support: Importance of giving back to the FOSS4G community. Contributions can include code, documentation, time, or financial support. Hybrid implementations signify a coexistence of open source and commercial technologies. πŸ‘ Conclusion: Making money with FOSS4G is acceptable and sustainable. Various business models coexist, and the hybrid approach is gaining prominence. Encourages support for FOSS4G communities through contributions and adherence to licenses. Video Tags: #FOSS4G #OpenSource #BusinessModels #TechnologyIntegration #CommunitySupport #HybridImplementation #GeospatialTechnology #RedHatModel #PremiumModel #GoogleAPIs #CommercialTechnology #CommunityInvolvement #Innovation #FutureTrends #TechBusiness

Nov 15, 202317:57
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Investing 1 Million in the Open Ecosystem - Danielle Stollak & Kyle Heisey

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Investing 1 Million in the Open Ecosystem - Danielle Stollak & Kyle Heisey

Summary Danielle Stollak and Kyle Heisey discuss investing $1 million in the open ecosystem at FOSS4G NA 2023. They highlight two key programs at Cesium: the Cesium Certified Developer Program and the Cesium Ecosystem Grants. Cesium, an open platform for 3D geospatial applications, has a broad impact on industries like renewable energy and industrial simulation. The Certified Developer Program recognizes expertise, with 63 certified developers globally. The Ecosystem Grants program, initiated with a $1 million fund, supports projects contributing to 3D geospatial advancements. Highlights πŸ’Ό Cesium introduces programs: Certified Developer and Ecosystem Grants. 🌐 Cesium is a foundational platform for 3D geospatial applications since 2011. πŸ† Cesium Certified Developer Program recognizes and empowers experienced developers. πŸ’° Cesium Ecosystem Grants, a $1 million fund, supports projects advancing 3D geospatial. 🌍 Impact areas include renewable energy and industrial simulation. πŸ“ˆ Certified Developer Program boasts 63 organizations globally after a year. 🌱 Ecosystem Grants contribute to the growth and innovation of the open ecosystem. #FOSS4G #OpenEcosystem #Cesium #3DGeospatial #CertifiedDeveloper #EcosystemGrants #OpenSource #Innovation #GeospatialTechnology #CommunityBuilding #DeveloperRecognition #OpenStandards

Nov 15, 202321:40
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Building FilmDrop - Dan Pilone

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Building FilmDrop - Dan Pilone

Summary: Building FilmDrop, an open-source platform for Earth observation, involved overcoming challenges and learning key principles. The journey included a shift from a small company mindset to growing a business, with open source as part of the strategy. Highlights: 🌐 FilmDrop is an open-source geospatial data lake solution supporting commercial satellite operators, the United Nations, and maintaining petabytes of data in AWS. πŸ’‘ Lessons Learned: Building what customers need, adapting code for different customer needs, and making strategic decisions about forking or enhancing existing codebases. πŸ”„ Adaptation Challenge: Recognizing that customers differed from NASA's needs, requiring a decision to fork or enhance existing codebases. πŸ’° Business Investment: Investing $1.5 million in FilmDrop development underscored the importance of having a business plan for open-source projects. 🌱 Open Source and Business: Emphasizing that open-source development without a business plan is a donation, and businesses need a clear justification for open-sourcing work. Video Tags: #FOSS4G #OpenSource #EarthObservation #GeospatialData #BusinessStrategy #FilmDrop #CodebaseAdaptation #CommunityStandards #SoftwareDevelopment #CommercialSpace

Nov 15, 202326:58
FOSS4G NA 2023 | Building a FOSS4G Forward Product Strategy and Ecosystem - Todd Barr

FOSS4G NA 2023 | Building a FOSS4G Forward Product Strategy and Ecosystem - Todd Barr

Summary: Todd Barr discusses building a FOSS4G forward product strategy and ecosystem, emphasizing the challenges of product management in the geospatial industry. He highlights the importance of influencing diverse stakeholders, employing positive-sum strategies, and fostering a growth mindset for successful product development. Highlights: 🌐 Todd Barr explores the $1.7 trillion geospatial ecosystem and its significance in the insurance industry. πŸš€ Emphasizes the distinction between project management and product management, stressing the need for influence and coalition-building. πŸ’Ό Shares insights on co-elevation, a non-authoritative leadership approach, and the importance of authenticity and transparency. πŸ“ˆ Narrates personal experiences of navigating stakeholder dynamics, overcoming skepticism, and prioritizing client satisfaction. 🎯 Discusses personas of various stakeholders, including management, consulting services, and sales, addressing their desires, pain points, and influences. #FOSS4G #ProductStrategy #GeospatialEcosystem #Influence #PositiveSum #CoElevation #StakeholderManagement #Authenticity #Transparency #ClientSatisfaction #SalesStrategy

Nov 15, 202325:02
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Aaron Meyers

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Aaron Meyers

Summary Aaron Meyers discusses the geolocated energy information platform for electric utility customer outages, covering 140 million utility customers, representing 93% of the US population. The talk explores the platform's evolution, trade-off analysis, and the adoption of an open-source solution with Docker, Java, Python, and GeoServer. The development includes creating a unique data set for visualizing outages consistently and analyzing utility behaviors within and across counties. The speaker highlights the release of a historic outage data archive, spanning November 2014 to December 2022, supporting open science and addressing energy justice questions. Highlights πŸ—ΊοΈ Geolocated energy information platform for electric utility outages. πŸ”„ Transitioned to an open-source solution for better user customization. πŸ“Š Developed a unique data set for consistent visualization of outages. 🌐 Analyzing utility behaviors within and across counties. πŸ—„οΈ Released a historic outage data archive from 2014 to 2022. 🌍 Addressing energy justice questions through pattern analysis. πŸ“† Main presentation at the FOS4G conference and data availability for specific requests. #FEDGEODAY #EnergyPlatform #OpenSource #DataVisualization #UtilityOutages #GeoServer #EnergyJustice #ConferenceTalk #DataArchive #OpenScience #GISApplications

Nov 15, 202304:49
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Falguni Patadia

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Falguni Patadia

Summary NASA's data democratization efforts through the Power project have facilitated the use of satellite and modeling data in decision-making for renewable energy, buildings, sustainable infrastructure, and agroclimatology. The project serves two primary data sets: global surface solar radiation and global surface meteorology, spanning over four decades. Users, such as Joe, Jill, Joshua, Margaret, and Ben, leverage this data for decisions related to cost savings, drone operations, technology implementation, research interventions, and optimal configurations. Overcoming barriers like data accessibility, domain knowledge, and data quality characterization, the project aims to make data available to everyone. The recent modernization has significantly increased data uptake, with 7 million monthly requests and a threefold growth in the last five years. Highlights 🌐 NASA's Power project empowers global communities with satellite data for decision-making in renewable energy, buildings, infrastructure, and agroclimatology. πŸ“Š Two main data sets, spanning four decades, focus on global surface solar radiation and meteorology, aiding diverse user needs. πŸš€ Users like Joe, Jill, Joshua, Margaret, and Ben employ data for decisions ranging from cost savings to optimal configurations. 🌍 Overcoming accessibility barriers, the project promotes data democratization by characterizing data quality and providing domain knowledge. πŸ”„ Recent modernization has led to a threefold increase in data uptake, with 7 million monthly requests, showcasing the project's impact. #NASA #DataDemocratization #RenewableEnergy #DecisionMaking #SatelliteData #PowerProject #DataAccessibility #Modernization #GlobalCommunities #TechnologyImplementation #DataQuality

Nov 15, 202307:51
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Todd Bacastow

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Lightning Talk: Todd Bacastow

Summary Todd Bacastow presents updates on SpaceNet, a collaboration focused on open-source machine learning for geospatial applications. SpaceNet 8, concluded in August 2022, addressed flooded buildings and roads using pre and post-event imagery, introducing attribution of features. The challenge saw a 1.5x improvement over the baseline, employing techniques like data preprocessing, ensemble neural networks, and rules-based postprocessing. SpaceNet 9, launching in winter, aims to enhance pre-processing techniques, focusing on aligning tie points for optical imagery and SAR data to improve downstream analytics for object identification. Highlights πŸ›°οΈ SpaceNet 8 successfully identified flooded buildings and roads with a 1.5x improvement over the baseline. 🌐 SpaceNet, a collaboration founded in 2016, accelerates open-source machine learning for geospatial applications. πŸš€ SpaceNet 9, launching in winter, focuses on advancing pre-processing techniques for optical imagery and SAR data. πŸ—οΈ SpaceNet's four pillars include providing labeled training datasets, running prize challenges, open-sourcing winning algorithms, and publishing evaluation metrics. 🌍 SpaceNet aims to improve data wrangling capabilities, particularly in disaster response scenarios, using computer vision for multisource data alignment. πŸ† Prize challenges contribute to innovation, with winning algorithms and datasets available to the community, fostering continuous improvement. πŸ“ˆ SpaceNet's evolution spans foundational mapping challenges, progressing from building footprints to more complex tasks like identifying flooded areas. #SpaceNet #Geospatial #MachineLearning #ComputerVision #DataWrangling #DisasterResponse #PrizeChallenges #SpaceNet8 #SpaceNet9 #OpenSource #SARData #OpticalImagery #TiePoints

Nov 15, 202306:33
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: Authoritative Data in the Age of AI

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: Authoritative Data in the Age of AI

FOSS4G North America 2023 | FedGeoDay Panel: Authoritative Data in the Age of AI Moderator | Maggie Cawley Panelist | Dr. Michael Tischler Panelist | Dr. Will Mortenson Panelist | Dr. Carter Christopher Summary This panel discussion, titled "FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: Authoritative Data in the Age of AI," explores the concept of authoritative data in the context of AI. Maggie Cawley, Executive Director of OpenStreetMap US, serves as the moderator. The speakers include Dr. Carter Christopher, Will Mortenson and Mike Tischler. They discuss their agencies' perspectives on authoritativeness, emphasizing fitness for use, trustworthiness, and the evolving definitions of authoritative data Highlights 🌐 The panel, led by Maggie Cawley πŸ—ΊοΈ Will Mortenson, Deputy Director at NGA, emphasizes the importance of data meeting mission needs, acknowledging that authoritative data can still be incorrect. 🌍 Mike Tischler from the US Geological Survey discusses the definition of authoritativeness, referencing the UN's Council of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management and the evolving separation between official and authoritative data. 🧠 Dr. Carter Christopher from Oak Ridge National Laboratory highlights the responsibility of agencies to communicate data sources, especially when incorporating citizen science and volunteer geographic information. Video Tags #FEDGEODAY2023 #AuthoritativeData #AIinGeospatial #OpenStreetMap #GeospatialScience #NationalGeospatialProgram #DataQuality #FitForUse #DataCommunication #USGeologicalSurvey #NGA #OakRidgeNationalLaboratory #DataSources #AIModels #GeospatialIntelligence #DataAccuracy #CitizenScience

Nov 15, 202347:22
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: FOSS4G In Federal Agencies

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: FOSS4G In Federal Agencies

FOSS4G North America | FedGeoDay Panel: FOSS4G In Federal Agencies 2023 Moderator: Aaron Kelley Panelist: Amanda Bright Panelist: Emily Vratarich Panelist: Nathan Frantz Panelist: Stephen Mather Summary FEDGEODAY2023 panel discusses FOSS4G (Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial) in federal agencies. Panelists include representatives from NGA, Census Bureau, and Open Drone Map, sharing insights on open source geospatial tools. Highlights 🌐 Diverse panel: NGA, Census Bureau, and military representatives discuss FOSS4G in federal agencies, offering varied perspectives. πŸ“š Open Source Benefits: Tac product Center emphasizes open source for access, standardization, and integration across military software products. πŸ—Ί Census Bureau's GUPS: Open source flexibility crucial for modifying software to support participant programs, providing free GIS solutions to partners. πŸ’» NGA's Approach: Open source allows low-risk experimentation, custom solutions, and community sharing, reducing dependence on proprietary software. πŸ”„ Continuous Delivery Challenge: NGA faces challenges with GPLv3 license in CI/CD pipelines, exploring government-specific licenses for efficient releases. Video Tags #FOSS4G #Geospatial #OpenSource #NGA #CensusBureau #Innovation #GovernmentTech #GIS #MilitarySoftware #OpenDroneMap #GPLv3 #DecisionMaking #DataIntegration

Nov 15, 202341:09
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: GIO Roundtable

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel: GIO Roundtable

FOSS4G North America 2023 | FedGeoDay GIO ROUNDTABLE PANEL Moderator: David Carter Panelist: Josh Delmonico Panelist: Jesse Rozelle Panelist: Ron Sequeira Summary This panel discussion, titled "FEDGEODAY 2023 | Panel - GIO Roundtable," features David Carter, the Chief Information Officer for the US Department of the Interior, moderating a discussion with panel members Jesse Rosel, Josh Delmonico, Jesse Rozelle, and Ron Sequeira. The discussion revolves around the use of geospatial technology, open source software, and authoritative data in their respective agencies. Highlights 🌐 The panel discusses the use of open geospatial software in their agencies, emphasizing the importance of open science, open data, and interoperability. πŸ”„ Diversification and growth of open source software usage are key goals for agencies like USDA and the Department of Interior. πŸ”’ Security considerations are highlighted when integrating multiple software packages, necessitating IT staff involvement and accreditation processes. πŸ’Ό Workforce development and training strategies are essential for a successful transition to a multisoftware hybrid environment. πŸ“Š Emphasis is placed on keeping data in open formats, ensuring the end product is accessible regardless of the software used. Video Tags #FEDGEODAY2023 #GIO #GeospatialTechnology #OpenSource #DataInteroperability #SecurityConsiderations #WorkforceDevelopment #FederalData #PanelDiscussion #USDA #FEMA #DepartmentOfInterior #GIS #RiskAssessment #DataFrameworks

Nov 15, 202340:20
FEDGEODAY 2023 | Welcome Remarks & Keynote: We are the NSDI

FEDGEODAY 2023 | Welcome Remarks & Keynote: We are the NSDI

FOSS4G North America 2023 | FedGeoDay Maggie Cawley | Welcome Remarks Josh Delmonico | Keynote Summary FEDGEODAY 2023 kicks off with Maggie Cawley, Executive Director of OpenStreetMap US, expressing gratitude to sponsors and partners. She highlights the event's dedication to promoting open spatial ecosystems in US federal agencies. The 10th FEDGEODAY aims to build relationships, fostering open-source collaboration for programs like OpenStreetMap US's initiative to map trails in Utah. The keynote speaker, Josh Delmonico , Executive Director of the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC), discusses the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI). He emphasizes the importance of delivering insights from geospatial data to address global challenges, presenting a draft plan and seeking collaboration for its implementation. Highlights 🌐 FEDGEODAY 2023 emphasizes open spatial ecosystems for US federal agencies. πŸ—£οΈ Maggie Cawley expresses gratitude to sponsors, partners, and the planning committee. πŸ›€οΈ OpenStreetMap US launches a national initiative to map trails in Utah. πŸ—ΊοΈ Josh Delmonico discusses the NSDI, stressing the need to deliver insights from geospatial data. πŸ“‹ He presents a draft plan for the NSDI's strategic development. πŸš€ Collaboration is sought for implementing the plan and addressing challenges in the geospatial community. 🌍 The event aims to build relationships and encourage open-source collaboration for impactful programs. #FEDGEODAY #OpenSpatialEcosystems #GeospatialData #NSDI #OpenSourceCommunity #DataInsights #SpatialTechnology #Collaboration #GIS #SpatialInfrastructure #OpenInnovation

Nov 15, 202318:33
Industry Limelight - Radar Labs, Inc - Nick Patrick

Industry Limelight - Radar Labs, Inc - Nick Patrick

In this episode, we interview Nick Patrick is the CEO and Co-Founder of Radar Labs, Inc (https://radar.com). Companies like Panera, DICK’s Sporting Goods, T-Mobile, and Zillow use Radar's geofencing SDKs and maps APIs to power location-based experiences across hundreds of millions of devices worldwide. Nick was previously the Director of Product at Handy and a Product Manager at Foursquare. Find more content like this at www.projectgeospatial.com

Oct 23, 202322:37
Geosaurus Unleashed - Disaster Preparedness and Response Panel

Geosaurus Unleashed - Disaster Preparedness and Response Panel

This episode is focused on Disaster Preparedness and Response with a panel of valued professionals. Moderated by T-REX's new Geospatial Director, Col. Kevin Golinghorst the panel includes the Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) Brian Hoelscher and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Matt Duke. Geosaurus Unleashed is a geospatially focused series by the T-REX, a technology entrepreneur center in downtown St Louis. Project Geospatial is partnered with T-REX to support and provide coverage of the events. You can find more content like this at www.projectgeospatial.com.

Oct 18, 202337:38
Beyond the Map Tiles - NUVIEW

Beyond the Map Tiles - NUVIEW

Beyond the Map Tiles is a limited series by IEEE GRSS and Project Geospatial covering a couple topics focused on highlighting innovation and trends through the map stack.


Ryan Lewis sits down with Clint Graumann, the CEO and Co-Founder of NUVIEW, to discuss emerging technologies in the data collection layer of the new map stack. Clint, an experienced entrepreneur and business leader in the new space industry, launched NUVIEW with the goal of providing a new data type, LIDAR, from low earth orbit. He provides insights into wide ranging applications of LIDAR data as well as lessons learned from launching a startup.


For more information about NUVIEW go to: https://nuview.space/


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Jul 06, 202341:30
Beyond the Map Tiles - Wherobots with Mo Sarwat

Beyond the Map Tiles - Wherobots with Mo Sarwat

Beyond the Map Tiles is a limited series by IEEE GRSS and Project Geospatial covering a couple topics focused on highlighting innovation and trends through the map stack.


Ryan Lewis sits down with Mo Sarwat, the CEO and Co-Founder of Wherobots, to discuss emerging technologies in the data management layer of the new map stack. Mo, also one of the original contributors to the Apache Sedona project, started Wherobots to provide end users an easy-to-use, dedicated geospatial database platform. He shares his thoughts on the major trends in the geospatial industry, why he wanted to launch a new startup, and lessons learned from starting company.


Wherobots beta review sign up link: https://www.wherobots.ai/demo

Apache Sedona github link: https://github.com/apache/sedona


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Jun 29, 202343:27
Geosaurus Unleashed - Introducing DevGlobal

Geosaurus Unleashed - Introducing DevGlobal

In the episode the T-REX introduces DevGlobal. Spanning Africa, India, and the United States,. DevGlobal supports the world's leading non-profits, companies, philanthropies, multilateral agencies, and government agencies on their innovation and sustainability initiatives using geospatial technology.Β James Heathcoat gives a presentation about the company and focuses on a project that aims to democratize geospatial technology for humanitarians. Geosaurus Unleashed is a geospatially focused series by the T-REX, a technology entrepreneur center in downtown St Louis. Project Geospatial is partnered with T-REX to support and provide coverage of the events. You can find more content like this at www.projectgeospatial.com.

Jun 28, 202333:52
GEOINT 2023 - NGA- Mark Chatelain

GEOINT 2023 - NGA- Mark Chatelain

At GEOINT 2023 we were honored to be able to interview Mark Chatelain, the CIO-T (Chief Information Officer - Technology) of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), as he discusses the NGA's groundbreaking approach to data management through cloud computing and AI programs. As well as the motivations behind their transition from a systems of systems architecture to a microservices model, and gain insights into the cybersecurity challenges they face in the digital landscape. Mark Chatelain emphasizes the importance of finding and training the right personnel to harness these advanced technologies effectively. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #NationalGeospatialIntelligenceAgency #NGA #CIO-T #DataManagement #CloudComputing #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Microservices #Architecture #Cybersecurity #EmergingTechnologies #GeospatialIntelligence #Interview #TechnologyAdvancements #DataAnalysis #DecisionMaking #Recruitment #Training

Jun 09, 202312:45
GEOINT 2023 - NRO | A Touch of GEOINT History

GEOINT 2023 - NRO | A Touch of GEOINT History

At GEOINT 2023, we caught up with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), to learn about their remarkable history in geospatial intelligence. We explored the fascinating journey of the NRO's first satellites, from capturing film in space to the intricate process of transporting, processing, and analyzing that valuable imagery. They discussed the iconic Corona satellite mission, which paved the way for unprecedented advancements in satellite reconnaissance. Furthermore, they delved into the intriguing Grab satellite mission and uncover its unique contributions to national security. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #NationalReconnaissanceOffice #NRO #GeospatialIntelligence #SatelliteReconnaissance #CoronaSatelliteMission #GrabSatelliteMission #SpaceTechnology #HistoricalPerspective #ImageryAnalysis #NationalSecurity #Interview #TechnologicalBreakthroughs #IntelligenceCommunity #FilmCapture #DataProcessing #DataAnalysis

Jun 07, 202307:51
GEOINT 2023 - GEOSITE

GEOINT 2023 - GEOSITE

At GEOINT 2023 we sat down with Daniela Moody, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of GEOSITE, where we explore the remarkable evolution of the company in recent years. Join us as Daniela shares insights into GEOSITE's pivot towards insurance markets and air force coordination centers, highlighting their innovative solutions in these domains. Discover the diverse range of data GEOSITE brings in and assesses for their customers, including base and contour maps, weather alerts, and valuable open-source data. Gain valuable insights into the comprehensive approach GEOSITE takes in delivering actionable intelligence to their clients. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #GEOSITE #CTOInterview #DataAnalysis #Evolution #InsuranceMarkets #AirForceCoordinationCenters #GeospatialIntelligence #BaseMaps #ContourMaps #WeatherAlerts #OpenSourceData #TechnologySolutions #ActionableIntelligence #Innovation #Interview

Jun 07, 202319:22
GEOINT 2023 - Lockheed Martin/NVIDIA

GEOINT 2023 - Lockheed Martin/NVIDIA

At GEOINT 2023 we spoke with Bob Pette, the General Manager of Enterprise Visualization at NVIDIA, and Lynn Montgomery, a Research Scientist at Lockheed Martin. Join us as they showcase a cutting-edge prototype developed for NOAA, which introduces a concept of a digital twin to visualize comprehensive data from satellites, ground-based observations, and model data. This innovative system includes real-time data processing and enables users to interact and engage with the information in a dynamic and immersive manner. Delve into the exciting possibilities that this prototype unveils for the future of data visualization and analysis. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #NVIDIA #LockheedMartin #DigitalTwin #DataVisualization #RealTimeData #SatelliteData #GroundBasedObservations #ModelData #Prototype #NOAA #Innovation #DataProcessing #InteractiveVisualization #FuturePossibilities #ResearchScience #TechnologyAdvancements #Interview

Jun 07, 202306:58
GEOINT 2023 - US Treasury - Trey Treadwell

GEOINT 2023 - US Treasury - Trey Treadwell

At GEOINT 2023 we had the pleasure of sitting down with Deputy Assistant Secretary Trey Treadwell of the US Treasury, where we delve into the captivating realm of the Treasury's role in the intelligence community and its growing interest in geospatial intelligence. Discover why the Treasury finds geospatial intelligence intriguing and how the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is necessary for not only geospatial intelligence missions, but for the treasury's missions as well. We gained unique insights into the Treasury's utilization of geospatial intelligence to support security and intelligence missions the future of intelligence operations. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #USDepartmentofTreasury #IntelligenceCommunity #GeospatialIntelligence #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #DataAnalysis #FinancialNetworks #RiskMitigation #IllicitActivities #Interview #DeputyAssistantSecretary #TreyTreadwell #USGovernment #IntelligenceOperations #TechnologyAdvancements

Jun 07, 202310:27
GEOINT 2023 - Google

GEOINT 2023 - Google

At GEOINT 2023 we met up with Sean Wohltman, Google's Global Head of Cloud Geography, where he sheds light on the transformative power of Google Earth Engine. Join us as Sean explains the crucial role played by Google Earth Engine in the analysis of vast amounts of imagery, amounting to petabytes of data. Discover how this powerful platform serves as a centralized repository, allowing multiple partners to store and reference their data in one place, enabling seamless access and collaboration. Sean also highlights the significant advantages that government partners can leverage through Google Earth Engine, empowering them with advanced capabilities for data analysis and decision-making. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #Google #GoogleEarthEngine #CloudGeography #DataAnalysis #GeospatialData #ImageryAnalysis #PetabytesOfData #DataStorage #Collaboration #GovernmentPartners #DataManagement #DecisionMaking #TechnologySolutions #Interview #Innovation #DataAccess #GeospatialIntelligence

Jun 07, 202314:32
GEOINT 2023 - A SAR Discussion with Tom Ager

GEOINT 2023 - A SAR Discussion with Tom Ager

At GEOINT 2023 we sat down with Tom Ager, a renowned figure in the field of remote sensing and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). Tom took us on a captivating journey through the origins of SAR technology, highlighting its revolutionary impact on the remote sensing industry. With his wealth of knowledge, Tom also provides valuable insights into the latest SAR trends, shedding light on the cutting-edge advancements shaping the field. Moreover, he emphasizes the crucial role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in leveraging SAR data to unlock unprecedented opportunities for analysis and decision-making. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #GEOINT2023 #SARtechnology #RemoteSensing #TomAger #SyntheticApertureRadar #SARtrends #AIinRemoteSensing #MachineLearning #DataAnalysis #RevolutionaryTechnology #CuttingEdgeAdvancements #GeospatialIntelligence #Interview #IndustryInsights

Jun 07, 202329:43
GEOINT 2023 - Quadrint

GEOINT 2023 - Quadrint

At GEOINT 2023 we sat down with Patrick Acheson, a Managing Principal at Quadrint Inc, as he shares the remarkable journey of scaling up their business system integration work in just a few years to collaborate with multiple partners across the Intelligence Community (IC). Join us as Patrick discusses Quadrint's expansion into the mission application space, offering innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of the industry. Gain valuable insights into the skillsets that Patrick envisions as crucial on the horizon, including data science, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML), as these technologies reshape the landscape of geospatial intelligence. Furthermore, delve into the exciting theme of geoint's metaverse and its potential impact on how analysts interact with data, ushering in a new era of immersive and dynamic experiences. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #QuadrintInc #BusinessIntegration #IntelligenceCommunity #MissionApplications #DataScience #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #GeospatialIntelligence #Metaverse #DataInteraction #TechnologyTrends #IndustryInsights #Interview #Innovation #DataDrivenDecisionMaking #Skillsets

Jun 07, 202308:33
GEOINT 2023 - Synthetaic

GEOINT 2023 - Synthetaic

At GEOINT 2023 we met up with Corey Jaskolski, the CEO of Synthetaic, and he discussed with us the significance of object identification in satellite imagery, particularly in scenarios where labeled data is scarce or non-existent. Join us as Corey demonstrates their groundbreaking model, which showcases the remarkable ability to detect objects without the need for pre-training on actual imagery data. Explore the user-friendly interface of their platform and witness firsthand how their advanced model accurately identifies objects within the imagery. Corey sheds light on the transformative potential of their technology in unlocking valuable insights from satellite imagery, even in data-scarce environments. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #Synthetaic #ObjectDetection #SatelliteImagery #LabeledData #AI #MachineLearning #DataScarcity #ImageRecognition #GeospatialAnalysis #TechnologyInnovation #UserInterface #DataInsights #Interview #ArtificialIntelligence #AdvancedModel #DataVisualization

Jun 07, 202307:34
GEOINT 2023 - ICEYE

GEOINT 2023 - ICEYE

At GEOINT 2023 we interviewed Eric Jensen, the CEO of ICEYE, and he shed some light on their impressive fleet of satellites, exploring their revisit rate and high-resolution capabilities. Join us as Eric discusses the intricacies of managing vast amounts of data generated by their satellite constellation and the innovative approaches ICEYE employs in data management. Gain valuable insights into the industry's growing trend towards more efficient methods of accessing data sets through portals and APIs, streamlining the process of acquiring geospatial information. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #ICEYE #SatelliteTechnology #RevisitRate #HighResolutionImagery #DataManagement #GeospatialData #Efficiency #DataSets #Portals #APIs #SatelliteConstellation #IndustryTrends #GeospatialIndustry #Interview #TechnologyAdvancements #DataAcquisition

Jun 07, 202310:53
GEOINT 2023 - SPIRE

GEOINT 2023 - SPIRE

At GEOINT 2023 we met up with Iain Goodridge, Senior Director at Spire, where he shared exciting updates on their new satellite launches and the company's growth in satellite bus services. Join us as Iain discusses the remarkable capabilities of Spire's satellites, including their ability to monitor various radio frequencies. Gain insights into the diverse range of use cases where Spire's customers find significant value beyond ship tracking. Explore the innovative solutions offered by Spire, and learn how their advanced satellite technology is transforming industries and driving new possibilities. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #Spire #SatelliteTechnology #SatelliteLaunches #SatelliteBusServices #RadioFrequencyMonitoring #UseCases #Innovation #IndustryGrowth #TechnologyAdvancements #DataAnalysis #SatelliteCapabilities #Interview #SpaceIndustry #SatelliteServices #IndustryInsights

Jun 07, 202307:31