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References for GIS
Guide picks
Find resources tools to help you learn GIS, find jobs and get tips and tricks for using GIS software.

Bibliographies
Annotated bibliographies and literature reviews in the field of GIS. An excellent resource for finding articles on case studies in GIS. See what advances others in the field are making.

Cartography
Learn how to really display your spatial information. Great collection of resources on how to display colors, create an amazing layout and what information to show.

Consultants
Consulting firms provide a valuable service by providing experience and expertise for projects. Browse this list from the GIS Lounge.

Data Sources
Sources to data and GIS resources available on the web. Organized by type. Find low-cost and free downloads.

Dictionaries
New to GIS or confused about all that terminology? Browse through these links to find answers to your frequently asked questions about this field.

Discussion Lists
Learn where to get your most complex questions answers. Mailing and discussion lists are an invaluable tool in keeping "in the know" in the field of GIS.

Equipment
Links to sites that sell GIS and GPS related equipment. Most commonly GIS users look to purchase plotters, GPS units and digitizers. Look here to find the tools of the trade

FAQs
FAQs, or Frequently Asked Questions are good starting points for getting your beginners and advanced answers in GIS. Find answers to what GIS is, where to find data and how to find a job in this field.

File Formats
Guides to the various file formats and tools for data format conversions. Find conversion utilities to convert from one GIS application to another.

Glossary
The field of GIS is full of terminology. Explore this glossary for definitions or submit your own.

Jobs in GIS
Got your resume ready? This categories lists GIS-based job posting sites. You can also access resume posting and salary surveys at many of these sites.

Metadata
It's "data about the data" and it's vital to GIS. Tools, extensions and tutorials on how to accurately document your data.

Netzines
These online magazines will help keep you up-to-date on the new tools, tips and tricks of the trade. Many have informative articles as well as industry news.

Organizations
Joining a GIS organization is a great way to network and to exchange ideas. There is a growing number of non-profit and industry specific groups to choose from. Browse this list to find one that meets your needs.

Translators and Converters
Translators and converters to convert one type of GIS format to another. Find resources for converting MapInfo, ArcView, SDTS and many other files.

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