Description
Join us on the 4th March for a CPD on Open Data – Benefits, Uses and Directives. This CPD is suitable for Geomatics surveyors but would be of interest to anyone who wants to learn more about the use of Spatial Data.
On completion of this CPD, attendees will have an understanding of
- What is Open Data (What it’s not)
- What makes it Open
- Why open – benefits – transparency, innovation and economic growth etc
- The Directive and HVDs
- How to access it/request it
An overview of the following will also be provided:
- Spatial Open Data (downloads and APIs)
- How to make use of it – GeoHive and Desktop GIS
- Use cases – Examples such as pin point alerts