ArcGIS Blueprints

Explore the robust features of Python to create real-world ArcGIS applications through exciting, hands-on projects

Key Features

• Get to grips with the big world of Python add-ins and wxPython in GUI development to implement their features in your application
• Integrate advanced Python libraries, ArcPy mapping, and data access module techniques to develop a mapping application
• Construct a top-notch intermediate-to-advanced project by accessing ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Online resources through the ArcGIS REST API using a project-based approach

Book Description

What you will learn

• Automate the creation of creative output data visualizations including maps, charts, and graphs
• Explore ways to use the ArcPy Mapping module and Data-driven Pages to automate the creation of map books in your own project
• Develop applications that use the Plotly platform and library to create stunning charts and graphs that can be integrated into ArcGIS Desktop
• Build tools that access REST services and download data to a local geodatabase Design, build, and integrate advanced GUIs with wxPython and ArcGIS Desktop in ArcGIS
• Get clued up about constructing applications that export data to Google Earth Pro to automate time-consuming complex processes
• Maximize the access of ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Online using the ArcGIS REST API with Python

Who this book is for

If you have prior experience building simple apps with ArcGIS and now have a fancy for developing a more challenging and complex desktop application in ArcGIS, then this book is ideal for you.