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In this episode, Project Geospatial explores the USGS Landsat year in review.Landsat, a satellite program capturing Earth images for over 50 years, is invaluable for monitoring environmental changes and managing resources. The program’s recent report highlights its worth at $25.6 billion, showcasing its significant real-world benefits, such as impr…
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SummaryThe Geography 2050 Symposium highlighted significant themes surrounding climate change, conflict, human mobility, technology, and collaboration. Experts gathered to discuss the complexities of climate as a “threat multiplier” and its impact on migration and societal issues.Highlights🌍 Climate change is a “threat multiplier” affecting resourc…
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Project Geospatial presents an AI experiment aggregating and analyzing our content captured from FedGeoDay 2024. Not all content is covered but this definitely covers the highlights and major themes of the conference.Get ready for a deep dive into a recap pf key discussions and innovative ideas presented at FedGeoDay 2024! This recap podcast explor…
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SummaryThe video recaps the 2024 FOSS4G North America event, highlighting key discussions and innovations in open-source geospatial technology.Highlights Overview of the FOSS4G NA event, focusing on open-source geospatial advancements. Insightful discussions on collaborative projects and community contributions. Presentations from industry leaders …
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Here's a podcast description for our GEOINT 2024 recap episode, highlighting major themes from the conference. This is an AI podcast experiment aggregating our content helping analyze and bring focus on what's important. Tune in and listen in.Join us for a deep dive into the highlights of the GEOINT 2024 Symposium! This year's conference in Orlando…
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From above the clouds to boots on the ground, how is geospatial technology revolutionizing disaster response and recovery?In this episode of Project Geospatial's Industry Limelight, we sit down with Piers Dormeyer, CEO of EagleView, a leader in geospatial technology that's changing the way we understand and interact with the world around us.Piers, …
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Interactive Analysis & Visualization of Geospatial Data with Leafmap - Qiusheng Wu
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Qiusheng Wu’s presentation on Leafmap at FOSS4G NA 2024 highlights its capabilities for interactive geospatial data visualization using Python. Leafmap simplifies data access and mapping tasks, making it ideal for users at all skill levels.Highlights🌐 Leafmap allows browser-based geospatial data visualization without the need for desktop software.🐍…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Applying Large Language Models to Geospatial Search and Analysis - Jason Gilman
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Jason Gilman from Element 84 discusses the integration of large language models (LLMs) with geospatial data to enhance search and analysis capabilities in his talk at FOSS4G NA 2024.Highlights🌍 LLMs can bridge the gap between geospatial data and user inquiries, enabling effective search.🤖 LLMs function like CPUs, processing natural language but lac…
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The presentation by Jonathan Mason and Jian Wu discusses the use of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), specifically sail drones, for tracking vessels at sea. It highlights the unique challenges of ocean exploration and monitoring, and how sail drones, powered by wind and solar energy, enable efficient data collection for various applications includi…
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Nicholas Knize discusses optimizing geospatial indexing and hybrid search using advanced data structures within the Lucene framework at FOSS4G NA 2024. He emphasizes reducing cloud infrastructure waste and improving geospatial data processing efficiency.Highlights🌍 Discusses hybrid search and GeoAI advancements.💡 Explains the evolution of geospatia…
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Lauren Frederick, CTO at Element 84, discusses the launch of the 2024 Geospatial Tech Radar, highlighting its evolution and the growing influence of AI in geospatial technology.Highlights🌍 Element 84 is a woman-owned business focused on geospatial data and software solutions.📊 The Tech Radar serves as a resource for the geospatial community, showca…
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Brian Monheiser emphasizes the importance of relationships in the geospatial community during the FOSS4G NA 2024 keynote. He reflects on personal experiences and professional journeys that shaped his career, underlining how connections contribute to individual growth and industry development.Highlights🎉 394 attendees from 7 countries, with 61% firs…
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Isaac Brodsky discusses the integration of H3, an open-source hierarchical hexagonal grid system, with DuckDB, an analytical SQL database, to enhance geospatial data analysis. This combination enables efficient querying and manipulation of diverse datasets in real-time.Highlights🚀 H3 is an innovative grid system from Uber for geospatial data analys…
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Dan Baston presents “exactextract,” a library designed for efficient raster/vector zonal statistics analysis. This tool accurately transfers information from raster datasets to vector datasets, addressing limitations in existing methods.Highlights🌍 Dan Baston is a software engineer focusing on open-source projects, primarily for federal government …
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Matthew Hanson discusses recent updates and challenges surrounding the SpatioTemporal Asset Catalog (STAC) at the FOSS4G NA 2024 conference, emphasizing its open-source ecosystem and the importance of data extensions.Highlights🌐 STAC is an open-source framework for geospatial data management.📈 Adoption is a key metric for the maturity of its specif…
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Dan Pilone discusses the complexities of choosing between building, buying, or adopting open-source software, particularly in the geospatial software development context. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making criteria to mitigate risks and enhance project success rates.Highlights💡 Understanding the importance of open-source can lead to be…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Bringing Geospatial Awareness to LLMs Using Open-Source Software - Nathan McEachen
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Nathan McEachen discusses the integration of geospatial awareness into large language models (LLMs) through open-source software, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and knowledge-sharing in addressing complex societal issues.Highlights🌍 Geospatial awareness is crucial for addressing public health and climate crises effectively.🔗 Current…
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Tracy Homer discusses the intersection of open-source mapping and art in her presentation, showcasing various artistic map projects she has completed using open-source tools and technologies.Highlights🎨 Tracy Homer merges open-source mapping with artistic expression.🧵 Created a unique cross-stitch map of Tennessee, demonstrating pixel art technique…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Web based NWS Guidance Data Displays Using FOSS4G - David Miller & Kevin McGrath
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David Miller and Kevin McGrath discuss advancements in web-based National Weather Service (NWS) guidance data displays using FOSS4G technologies. They highlight the evolution of their web mapping tools, focusing on improved interactivity and data accessibility.Highlights🌐 Transitioned NWS viewer to cloud-based services for better performance.📊 Intr…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - NASA GIBS and Worldview: Enabling Open Exploration of our World - Matthew Graber
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The talk presents the Overture Map Foundation, a collaborative initiative aimed at creating reliable and interoperable open map data. The foundation seeks to streamline map data management and provides a unified approach to geographic features through a Global Entity Reference System (GERS).Highlights🌍 Overture Map Foundation aims to create a “Linu…
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Andrea Aime discusses how GeoServer facilitates the serving of Earth observation data, focusing on capabilities like cataloging, filtering, and image mosaicking from satellite data.Highlights🌍 GeoServer aids in managing vast Earth observation data from satellites and sensors.📊 The STAC API helps organize data into collections, making it easier to s…
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Jenna Dolecek discusses the vital role of open GIS data in investigating human rights violations, presenting projects that leverage geospatial analysis to track detention facilities in Tibet and document the destruction of villages in Myanmar.Highlights🌍 Open GIS data aids in global human rights investigations.🗺️ The Tibet research project identifi…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Embed All The Things: The Promise Of Geospatial Vector Embeddings - Adeel Hassan
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Adeel Hassan discusses the significance of geospatial vector embeddings derived from imagery, highlighting their potential in the geospatial domain through open-source models and tools.Highlights🌍 Vector embeddings are crucial for analyzing high-dimensional geospatial data.🧠 They represent data points in a lower-dimensional space, revealing similar…
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The FOSS4G NA B2B social brings together open-source leaders from government and industry to network, discuss industry trends, and form partnerships. B2B fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and new business opportunities, aiming to strengthen industry connections and drive growth for participating companies. The mission of B2B is to facilitat…
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Elizabeth Christensen discusses effective management of Postgres and PostGIS databases, focusing on operations, resource management, and the importance of indexing.Highlights📊 Postgres versions: Upgrade to 14, 15, or 16 for better performance.☁️ Hosting options: Choose between self-managing or fully managed cloud services.📈 Memory matters: Allocate…
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Peter Herman and Karina Hoyer discuss beginner-friendly methods for scraping geospatial data from web maps, including techniques using R and Google Sheets.Highlights🌐 Introduction to web scraping for geospatial data presented by experts from NOC.🛠️ Overview of three scraping methods: HTML/XML queries, fetch requests, and undocumented APIs.📊 Emphasi…
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The talk presents the Overture Map Foundation, a collaborative initiative aimed at creating reliable and interoperable open map data. The foundation seeks to streamline map data management and provides a unified approach to geographic features through a Global Entity Reference System (GERS).Highlights🌍 Overture Map Foundation aims to create a “Linu…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Searching the Spatial Data Lake: Bring GeoParquet to Apache Lucene - Wes Richardet
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Wes Richardet’s talk at FOSS4G NA 2024 focuses on improving search capabilities within spatial data lakes using GeoParquet and Apache Lucene. He discusses the evolution of data storage, the need for efficient search solutions, and the integration of different technologies to enhance performance.Highlights🌍 Wes Richardet emphasizes the importance of…
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Michele Tobias shares insights on using publicly available data for remote sensing of sandy beaches, emphasizing the challenges of traditional data collection methods and the potential of open-source tools.Highlights🌊 Focus on Beach Remote Sensing: Utilizing open data to analyze coastal ecosystems.📊 Challenges of Traditional Methods: Fieldwork is c…
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Alex Mandel discusses the challenges in geospatial data exchange, emphasizing the importance of effective data delivery and accessibility.Highlights📊 Many face hurdles in data production, serving, and consumption.🌐 Historical evolution from sneaker net to cloud storage has shaped data sharing.📉 NASA data is projected to grow exponentially, raising …
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Leveraging FOSS to Develop OSINT Visual Analytics Framework - Matthew Whitehead
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Matthew Whitehead discusses leveraging open-source software (FOSS) to create an Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) visualization and analytics framework. The framework aims to analyze publicly available data for decision-making and threat assessment.Highlights🌐 Focus on OSINT: The framework is designed to gather and assess public information for inte…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Raster Visualizations Leveraging STAC Standards - Chuck Daniels & Hanbyul Jo
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The presentation discusses the development and integration of a render extension for STAC metadata standards to enhance raster visualizations for Earth data science.Highlights🌏 Explanation of the need for a platform to manage and visualize large Earth data sets.🖱 Presentation of the stack browser, a tool for easy data discovery and browsing.💾 Discu…
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Mark Mathis discusses the integration of artificial intelligence with geospatial data, showcasing tools and techniques to enhance data accessibility and usability.Highlights🌍 Impact Observatory created a global land cover map using AI and convolutional neural networks.🛠️ Natural language interfaces help users request specific geospatial maps easily…
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Michael Byrne’s keynote at FOSS4G NA 2024 emphasized the interconnection between broadband investment and geospatial development. He highlighted the importance of public policy and funding in fostering these ecosystems, particularly in the context of the U.S. government’s role.Highlights🌐 The next FOSS4G NA will be in the DC area, late October to e…
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Nadine Alameh, PhD, delivered an insightful keynote at FOSS4G NA 2024, emphasizing the importance of open-source geospatial technologies in addressing contemporary challenges.Highlights🌍 Open-source geospatial technologies are vital for innovation.🔍 Collaboration across disciplines enhances project outcomes.📈 Data transparency fosters trust within …
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Open Source in US Census Bureau Geographic Update Applications - Emily Vratarich
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The presentation discusses the Geographic Update Partnership Software (GUPS) used by the U.S. Census Bureau, which leverages open-source tools to streamline geospatial data updates. The software, developed on QGIS since 2015, enhances collaboration with local governments, allowing automated and manual updates of geographic features. A demo showcase…
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FOSS4G NA 2024 - Building a React Component Library for Geospatial Web Map Apps - Joe Burkinshaw
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Joe Burkinshaw discusses the development of a React component library aimed at enhancing user interfaces for geospatial web applications. He emphasizes the challenges of repetitive coding and the need for modular, reusable components to streamline development.Highlights🌍 Joe Burkinshaw, a geospatial developer, focuses on creating user interfaces fo…
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Rekha Khandhadia presents a comprehensive overview of geospatial analytics using GeoParquet and discusses challenges in traditional GIS data pipelines, while introducing the Crunchy Bridge analytics platform for enhanced data integration and efficiency.Highlights🌐 Discusses traditional GIS data pipeline challenges, such as diverse formats and scali…
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Eduardo Neerhut discusses Mapillary, a collaborative street-level imagery platform, highlighting its extensive data collection and innovative applications for mapping and urban planning.Highlights🌐 Mapillary features 2.4 billion images, showcasing global contributions and extensive coverage since its 2013 inception.🖥 The platform uses computer visi…
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At the GEOINT 2024 panel on IC Cloud Strategies, panelists dive into the world of cloud strategies within the Intelligence Community. With the rapid advancements in technology, the IC is constantly evolving to keep up with the changing landscape of data storage and analysis. The panel of experts discusses the importance of cloud computing in the IC…
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Clément Galic, CEO and co-founder of Unseenlabs, a satellite operator company, discusses their focus on maritime domain awareness using their own satellites. They are able to locate ships and vessels even without beacons, making them effective against dark activities.🛰️ Unseenlabs owns and operates their own satellites.🌊 Their focus is on maritime …
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Terry Busch, a legend in the geospatial industry, started as a military geographer and played a significant role in bringing maps to the internet. He was instrumental in building interactive web mapping services and web feature services, which led to the revolution of online mapping. He also recognized the power of social media data and its ability…
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TekSynap is focused on growth and collaboration in the geospatial space. They have TekXLerate Lab for creating proof of concepts for government customers. They have developed a platform called Arta to address data synthesis challenges and provide a user-friendly interface. They are also working on a solution called Tech Factory to help customers mi…
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David O’Brien, the founder of Survtech Solutions, discusses the company’s growth and expansion in the geospatial industry. He highlights the addition of an Enterprise level GIS Department and the use of helicopter-based data collection for power line mapping. Survtech Solutions also specializes in precise measurement and mapping in various environm…
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SI Analytics is a company that specializes in geospatial intelligence and AI capabilities. They have a strong platform for monitoring territories. Their products include enhancement imagery resolution and AI models for image analysis.💻SI Analytics provides geospatial intelligence solutions using AI capabilities.📡SI Analytics has partnerships with M…
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Scott Kaplan discusses the significance of the Civil Air Patrol’s geospatial mission in providing real-world damage assessments during natural disasters. He highlights the organization’s extensive volunteer efforts and their role in supporting FEMA. Kaplan also mentions the growth of the national geospatial program within the Civil Air Patrol and i…
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Skip Maselli, an experienced professional in the geospatial industry, discusses his background and his role at Pixxel, a company focused on building hyperspectral satellite constellations. He highlights the unique capabilities of Pixxel’s satellites and the value of hyperspectral imaging in various applications.🛰️ Pixxel aims to build a hyperspectr…
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Enabled Intelligence, led by CEO Peter Kant, is a company that specializes in labeling and annotating high-quality data for AI development in the field of geospatial intelligence. They have a unique workforce that includes neuro-diverse individuals and military veterans. They also work with hyperspectral imagery and are expanding their data science…
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Tara Gattis is the Vice President of Government Affairs at Orbital Sidekick. She previously worked at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency for 20 years as an imagery analyst. Orbital Sidekick is a company that specializes in commercial hyperspectral remote sensing satellites. They have a constellation called Ghost, consisting of five satelli…
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Ryan Phillips, from Omni Federal, discusses the company’s background and their transition from working with commercial companies to the government sector. He highlights their focus on user experience and gathering requirements directly from users. Omni Federal has a strong geospatial portfolio, working with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agen…
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