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Open Source Web Mapping a non-developers perspective

This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to build an open source web map, from installing a Linux operating system to building a web map. Learn common user errors and gain familiarity with the tutorial for a successful web mapping experience.

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Open Source Web Mapping a non-developers perspective

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  1. Open Source Web Mappinga non-developers perspective Andrew Parker Penn State University Masters in Geographical Information Systems Capstone Project Advisor: Frank Hardisty May 2009

  2. Presentation Objective • introduce a tutorial on how to build an open source web map from a non-developers perspective—from installing a Linux operating system to building a web map. • discuss common user errors • after attending the presentation, attendees will have familiarity with the tutorial, allowing a successful experience building an open source web map.

  3. Capstone Objective • to document the process of publishing a web map on the Internet, step by step, from a non-developer's perspective • answer common questions for the GIS professional who may want to explore open source web mapping • Which applications do I need? • How do the applications work together?

  4. The Result a free, user-editable HowTo and tutorial www.source3.com select the MGIS WIKI tab

  5. Which brings you to...the WIKI

  6. Using the Wiki LINUX OS • do NOT rush and read carefully • especially “Installing Ubuntu” • command line interface Be sure to read: • MGIS Home Page • Introduction Install web mapping applications Nothing to install, demos only. Slides showing comparisons are coming. Register and login to post comments Your patients put to the test. Yes, there is more configuration

  7. ATTENTION!!! remember that I stated “DO NOT RUSH and READ CAREFULLY”

  8. Web Mapping GUI Comparisons • all use the same PostGIS database • all are running off of a Linux server and Apache • all use MapServer to access the PostGIS database and render symbology These GUIs can be accessed interactively following the links in the WIKI

  9. OpenLayers Example

  10. Fusion for MapServer Example

  11. MapFish Example

  12. Putting it all Together

  13. Be Careful I do not include steps how to “DROP” a database, table, or user if commands are incorrectly entered into the command line.

  14. MapFish Installthe end product

  15. Recent MapFish Application…Ubuntu Server Go To Live Demo

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