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GIS Tutorial 1: Basic Workbook (GIS Tutorials)

GIS Tutorial 1: Basic Workbook (GIS Tutorials)

byWilpen L. Gorr
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Lotsa Books
4.0 out of 5 starsGreat introduction to ArcGIS 10.3 software, but... (and beware the Amazon bought version...)
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2020
This textbook leaves a lot to be desired as far as deep learning of the software.

Since this is an introductory text, mainly for getting used to the program's abilities and layout, I guess some things can be forgiven. I'm not sure if there's an expectation that the teacher will supplement some gaps in explanation (or even missing steps or misworded instructions) but the frustration factor is a little higher than, say, those direction-laden guides for students of Word/Excel/Access (you know the ones: 100+ pages of explanations and step-by-step instructions with assignments at the end that test your comprehension skills). This is similar to that format but not quite as dense since it doesn't always tell you WHY you're clicking this or that option.

I'm going through the book prior to the actual class and am learning a lot on my own, but those strange lapses in clear directions or illustrations that don't match your work (even though you followed each step TO THE LETTER!!) can make your heckles and/or blood pressure rise just a tad.

Word of warning to those wanting to save money: I bought my copy from Amazon (obviously) and I had the same problem as another reviewer: the cover is cheaply pasted to the bound pages and will inevitably come undone. I took a look at the school's copies in their bookstore and not only does it seem of better glue quality but their copies had covers that were shiny and glossy. The copy I got has that vaguely plastic/rubbery feel to the covers with smudges easy to see in the right light. It's a slight annoyance that I'll say is worth the $30 savings--I'll just go out and buy a bottle of acid-free glue and do some quick book mending. But for those of you who might find this unforgivable, caveat emptor.

Also: at this point in time, the Kindle version is much cheaper than the print book and looks to be formatted pretty well with clear (enough) illustrations. On a decent sized tablet or screen it should be fine to follow along with. I paid the extra bucks for the print copy so I could get the code (only available with the print version) for home/trial access to the software for 180 days. Well worth it to me.
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Lynne Shapiro
2.0 out of 5 starsNot carefully thought out all over the place exercises
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2017
The exercises are not well thought out with any care in terms of step by step instructions and goes all over the place.. The prof has this as the second book in a series of courses to review skills we learned in Law, et al's great book and learn new skills. But it is demoralizingly sloppy. I want to say "Mister I have done learned this before but what the heck am I doing here now, you are confusing me." It goes all over the place, too, from projected coordinates to importing CAD files. Oy vey.
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Crystal C Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Must-Have for GIS Beginners
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2018
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Great book! This is all you need to teach yourself and add skills to your resume as a GIS specialist. I taught ArcGIS to myself years ago before actually taking a college course on it, so I thought I already knew this stuff. I learned that I did NOT know everything, despite using it successfully for about 10 years. I learned about capabilities that were present the whole time, but I didn't know where they were or how to get to them. I learned shortcuts and professional tips. I would recommend this book for anyone who always wanted to learn ArcGIS, but could not get started.
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5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE- Super Easy to Use!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2020
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I'm taking my first GIS class as an elective for my Master's program, and we are using this book. It is very descriptive, provides excellent visuals, and is incredibly easy to follow. I love that it walks you through how to do all the various features and then provides assignments to try them out on your own.

I am thoroughly enjoying this as I learn more about GIS. Excellent for an introduction to the system!
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Shishir Paudel
5.0 out of 5 stars A good start for beginners
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2019
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This is the best book for the GIS for the beginners. Good instructions and you can go step by step. And the book is worthy for the designated price.
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LP
5.0 out of 5 stars Great textbook!
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2019
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I love how simply it breaks down each task. Anyone should be able to learn GIS with this!
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Jason
5.0 out of 5 stars CODE was good
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020
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came fast, as advertised
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J. Bradley
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to follow GIS guide
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2016
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Easy to follow GIS guide, takes the user through the steps to learn the program. Great resource. Comes with a temporary license number.
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Liliia Shatalova
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2018
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Great source for knowledge that recommended by my professor. Easy to read and navigate.
Take a chance to explore GIS.
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Leon Chang Shik
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading, must have
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2019
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As described
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5.0 out of 5 stars and the access code was not used so that made me very happy! Gives very good instruction on how to use ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2016
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The book was brand new, and the access code was not used so that made me very happy! Gives very good instruction on how to use the program for the student version.
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Zeko McKenzie
5.0 out of 5 stars Has Excellent Contents!
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2019
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Excellent book! Easy step by step tutorials with 3 practice sessions per topic. This book and it's sister book GIS Tutorial 2 are a must buy!
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