Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Feb 6, 2012, 12:58 pm
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 13, 2011, 10:55 am
ArcGIS Online has enabled the capability for you to add layers from a file such as a shapefile compressed into a zip file, delimited text file (.txt or .csv), or a GPS Exchange file (.gpx) when creating a map using the free online map viewer.  This allows even more functionality and map creation po...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 6, 2011, 10:51 am
We’ve got a special offer for you this week only!  When you purchase our self-paced GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10: Mastering Python course we’ll send you a discount code for the Python GIS Programming Bootcamp course equal to the amount you spent for the course ($129).  Offer good through ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 31, 2011, 11:52 am
During the month of August you can save up to $100 on our self-paced GIS training bundles.  Bundling our self-paced courses is an excellent way to obtain training in several different subjects while getting a great discount on registration fees. Our current selection of software training bundles in...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 10, 2011, 11:12 am
The ArcGIS Server Viewer for  Flex provides an excellent framework for creating web GIS applications without the need for programming experience!  Anyone can build attractive, functional web applications with just a little knowledge of how the ArcGIS Server Viewer can be controlled through the u...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 5, 2011, 10:49 am
Although VBA is still available if needed at ArcGIS 10 it will not be supported at release 10.1.  You can read more about this here and here.  We’ve decided to go ahead and retire our Programming ArcObjects with VBA course and make it available free of charge as a self-paced course.  I know the...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 3, 2011, 10:37 am
GeoSpatial Training Services is excited to announce the release of 3 new courses including Introduction to Managing ArcSDE with SQL Server, Introduction to Web Development, and Introduction to ArcGIS Online. The first session of our newest instructor guided, Internet based Virtual GIS Classroom cou...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 31, 2011, 6:27 pm
During the month of August you can save up to $100 on our self-paced GIS training bundles.  Bundling our self-paced courses is an excellent way to obtain training in several different subjects while getting a great discount on registration fees. Our current selection of software training bundles in...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 29, 2011, 12:48 pm
We’re looking forward to an exciting Fall schedule of web-based, instructor guided training as well as traditional face to face training.  Here is our current schedule. Traditional face-to face training GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10 Aug 23rd – 25th Duluth, GA – Keck & Wood Headquarter...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 27, 2011, 2:54 pm
We’re keeping the survey open through July 31st.  If you haven’t already participated in the survey please take a few moments to do so and forward this to your colleagues. To date we have had 731 respondents.  Here are some of the highlights: 40% of respondents list their job titles as eithe...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 15, 2011, 3:27 pm
Today we are pleased to announce that our Web Mapping Programmers Bundle is now available for purchase. This is a set of four self-paced, web based courses focused on developing web mapping applications with three of the leading JavaScript APIs. Courses include: Introduction to the ArcGIS Server ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 26, 2011, 11:50 pm
We thought this would be a great opportunity to get a sense of GIS salaries not only in the U.S. and Canada but across the world.   This salary survey has been distributed to over 11,000 members of our weekly newsletter so we should get a pretty good response. Please take a few moments to fill ou...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 24, 2011, 10:54 am
The next session of our ArcGIS Server Bootcamp begins July 11th and runs through August 19th.  The early registration price of $615 is good through June 25th.  The regular course price is $999. We still have seats available. We do accept purchase orders.  Payment does not have to be made by to...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 16, 2011, 12:28 pm
This is a guest post by Tripp Corbin, Vice President of GIS/IT at Keck & Wood, Inc. I know many folks are still running ArcGIS 9.3 and only beginning to think about moving to 10. Esri is not resting though. It is already planning for the release of 10.1 which will be released early next year and is...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 15, 2011, 2:09 pm
2 Day Sale – GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10: Mastering Python $30 off with discount code gisprog101 E-delivery only
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 13, 2011, 2:02 pm
The new Popup widget, provided with the 2.3 release of the ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript can be used as a replacement for the default info window.  This new widget provides an attractive alternative to the info window complete with navigation tools that allow you to move through the selected fea...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jun 7, 2011, 9:38 am
The first session of our Open Source GIS Bootcamp (OpenLayers + PostGIS + GeoServer) has sold out.  However, we’ve opened a new session running from September 6th – October 7th.  Register by July 1st for our early registration fee of $567.  The regular course price is $715. Have you ever wan...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 31, 2011, 11:43 am
The Google Elevation Service provides elevation data for points on the surface of the Earth as well as sampled elevation data along paths.  The ElevationService object is used to communicate with the service. The process of obtaining elevation data about a location or path is similar to that of th...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 19, 2011, 10:20 am
GeoSpatial Training Services is pleased to announce the release of our newest instructor guided, Internet based course, Introduction to Programming the Google Maps API.  This is for version 3 of the API. The first session of this course runs from June 20th – July 1st.  This course will be taug...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 19, 2011, 10:15 am
Google Fusion Tables, still in the experimental stages of development, is a Google product that allows you to upload and share data in multiple tables.  These tables can be joined together to create derived tables and provide a way of visualizing and sharing data.  With the Fusion Tables API you c...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 16, 2011, 2:10 pm
 Have you ever wanted to learn how to use open source GIS software to develop web based GIS applications? Here is your opportunity! The first session of our Open Source GIS Bootcamp begins July 18th and runs through August 22nd. This is an instructor guided, web based course. It is self-paced so t...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 2, 2011, 11:57 am
GeoSpatial Training Services will be teaching an instructor led version of our GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10: Mastering Python course at the King County GIS Center in Seattle, WA on May 23rd – May 25th. This course is designed to teach the fundamental programming constructs of the Python lang...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - May 2, 2011, 11:49 am
It’s time again for our annual anniversary sale!  During the month of May you can save 15% on all training courses as we celebrate our 6th year in business! Simply enter the code ‘anniversary‘ when you checkout online or write the code on the registration form that you can email or fax back ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Apr 18, 2011, 10:33 am
The next session of our web based, instructor guided ArcGIS Server Bootcamp begins May 2nd and runs through June 10th. This is the final week to take advantage of our early registration period and seats are running out so reserve your place now. You can register for $715 through the end of this wee...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Apr 11, 2011, 10:27 am
Many of you know that I am in the process of writing a book (tentatively titled ‘The GIS Geeks Guide to Mastering the ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript”) about the ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript.  In January I released a beta chapter from this book. I have released a second chapter from this ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Mar 22, 2011, 12:07 am
Well, it seemed to take forever but we’ve finally finished the course revision for our instructor guided, Internet based course Mastering the ArcGIS Server JavaScript API.  The current session of this course runs from March 21st – April 22nd.  We do still have 3 seats available for anyone that...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Mar 3, 2011, 11:09 am
Our Spring 2011 training schedule has been released.  Most of these courses are taught in a web based environment but we do have one traditional face to face session of GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10 scheduled for the King County GIS Center in Seattle, WA.  Here is the upcoming schedule: Maste...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Feb 10, 2011, 10:56 am
From time to time we like to feature guest posts.  Today I’d like to draw your attention to a tutorial from Bob Roberts at the Python and Then Some blog.  We’re going to be re-posting several of Bob’s tutorials.  I think you’ll find them quite helpful.  The first post will teach you how ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jan 25, 2011, 5:06 pm
I am in the process of writing a book (tentatively titled ‘The GIS Geeks Guide to Mastering the ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript”) about the ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript.  I thought that I would make the process a bit more open by releasing beta chapters that some people might read and give...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jan 20, 2011, 3:46 pm
Recently, GeoSpatial Training Services completed a custom, web based GIS application using the new Arc2Earth Cloud Services and its associated REST API.  Arc2Earth Cloud Services is an excellent alternative for deploying GIS applications to the web without the hassles and costs of standing up and c...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jan 5, 2011, 5:08 pm
Here is our schedule of instructor led courses for January-March 2011 in both web based and traditional face to face formats. Mastering the ArcGIS Server JavaScript API Web Based January 10th – February 18th Still 5 Seats Available $715 Programming the ArcGIS Server API for Flex Web Based ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Dec 22, 2010, 2:49 pm
We’re giving away 5 free copies of the Google Sketchup Levels 1 and 2 DVD training set to the first five people that contact me at eric at geospatialtraining.com.  You will need to pay shipping ($10.80 USA and $26.00 Canada).  We’re not shipping outside the US or Canada. We also have some use...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Dec 13, 2010, 10:24 am
A proxy page handles communication between your application and ArcGIS Server services.  The proxy is server-side code that resides on your Web Server and handles incoming requests from a browser based application.  The proxy accepts the request and forwards it to ArcGIS Server for processing. Th...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Nov 28, 2010, 9:38 pm
Through December 31st you can save 20% on all e-learning courses offered by GeoSpatial Training Services. This includes both self-paced and Internet based, instructor led courses. Simply enter the discount code ‘2010holiday‘ when checking out. Most popular courses: Mastering the ArcGIS Server ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Nov 15, 2010, 10:48 am
The ArcPy Mapping module, released with ArcGIS 10 provides a number of capabilities including the management of map documents and layers, printing, exporting, and ArcGIS Server publishing as well as map automation and the creation of PDF map books. In this post you will learn how to use Python and t...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Nov 1, 2010, 8:56 pm
Printing and exporting maps is obviously one of the most commonly performed ArcGIS tasks.  The new Arcpy.mapping module provides several functions that you can use to automate your routine print and export tasks.  In this post we’ll examine Arcpy.mapping functions you can use for printing and ex...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Oct 15, 2010, 11:11 pm
At ArcGIS 10 Python has taken on an expanded role.  Python is ESRI’s language of choice when it comes to automating geoprocessing tasks.  Why should you learn Python now?  Here is a list of our top 10 reasons. Automate your repetitive GIS tasks through Python scripts and free up your ti...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Oct 15, 2010, 11:08 pm
We’ve combined a number of our most popular ArcGIS courses into a new ArcGIS 10 Bundle with materials updated for the new ArcGIS 10 release! Pre-order now for November 30th release and save 25%! Courses included in the bundle: ArcGIS Desktop 101 Working with Geodatabases and Linear Referenci...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Oct 15, 2010, 11:04 pm
Our upcoming schedule of web based GIS courses is below.  All courses have been updated for ArcGIS 10. ArcGIS Server Bootcamp November 1st – December 31st GIS Programming 101 for ArcGIS 10 October 25th – November 19th Working with Geodatabases and Linear Referencing December 1st – Decembe...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 13, 2010, 10:26 pm
In previous posts on the new ArcPy.Mapping module, introduced at ArcGIS 10, I introduced some of the capabilities of the module and showed you how to programmatically access and manipulate layout elements.  Today I’d like to show you how to programmatically add and remove layers and group layers ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 9, 2010, 11:15 pm
In this post I will describe how you can use a third party clustering tool in your AGIS JavaScript API applications.  Clustering is an excellent technique for visualizing lots of point data.  We’ve all seen applications where there were so many points that they simply appear as one big blob.  C...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 7, 2010, 11:24 pm
I’m looking for someone to do a very short term contract ArcSDE job.  If you’re experienced with installing and configuring ArcSDE on MS SQL Server please contact me at: eric at geospatialtraining.com
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 3, 2010, 3:23 pm
GeoSpatial Training Services is excited to announce the immediate availability of the ArcGIS Server Mastery Club! This is our most exciting product to date for anyone looking to develop custom ArcGIS Server applications with any or all of the ArcGIS Server REST APIs including Flex, JavaScript, a...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Sep 3, 2010, 3:19 pm
Just wanted to share a few interesting articles and blog posts that you might be interested in reading over the long weekend. New ArcGIS Server Tips-n Tricks Videos New MapQuest Directions API Built on Open Data Location-Based Services Move into the Supermarket: Pancake Mix on Aisle 6 Where the ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 19, 2010, 11:10 pm
One of the most difficult tasks for many web developers building GIS applications is designing and creating the user interface.  The ArcGIS Server API for JavaScript and Dojo greatly simplifies this task.  Dojo’s layout dijits provide a simple, efficient way to create application layouts and ESR...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 9, 2010, 8:11 pm
In my last post I introduced the ArcPy Mapping module, released with ArcGIS 10, which provides a number of capabilities including the management of map documents and layers, printing, exporting, ArcGIS Server publishing, map automation, and the creation of PDF map books.  Today we’re going to tak...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Aug 2, 2010, 10:59 am
The ArcPy.Mapping module is new to ArcGIS 10 and brings some really exciting features for mapping automation including the ability to manage map documents and layer files as well as the data within these files.  Support is also provided for automating map export and printing as well as the creation...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 26, 2010, 4:06 pm
Below you will find our schedule of Internet based, instructor led courses for the remainder of 2010. Programming ArcGIS Server with Silverlight August 30th – October 8th October 18th – November 30th Early registration for the August 30th session ends July 31st.  Course fee is $499 ...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 13, 2010, 12:44 am
Serious problems with the WIFI today at the plenary session so I wasn’t able to do any live blogging. The plenary session today had a bit of a different feel from those that I’ve been to in the past.  I expected a series of bullet point presentations detailing every new feature of ArcG...
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Eric P. posted an article on GeoChalkboard - Jul 12, 2010, 1:30 am
It’s always good to be back in San Diego!  I’ll be providing daily updates covering the proceedings at the annual ESRI International User Conference in San Diego. As expected it was a fairly slow day today, but I did get a chance to attend the ESRI Business GIS Summit. Simon Thompson ...
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