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Mimo učebnu: propojení geodézie, informatiky a samostatného studia GIS
Jako student třetího ročníku geodézie a geomatiky na Rivers State University v Nigérii jsem vždy usiloval o to, abych poznal prostorové vědy ze všech úhlů. Abych své znalosti ještě rozšířil, studuji také informatiku v rámci dvojího studijního programu na University of the People a propojuji tak geodetické měření, návrh…
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Dobrý den, komunito Esri YPN
Dobrý den, komunito Esri YPN, Jmenuji se Ramzi Alhakimi a jsem silniční a geodetický inženýr z Jemenu. Mezi mé profesní zájmy patří geografické informační systémy, zeměměřictví, silniční inženýrství, prostorové analýzy a ArcGIS Pro. Připojil jsem se k Esri YPN, abych rozšířil svou profesní síť, zdokonalil své dovednosti v…
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Od urbanistického plánování ke zdravotní péči dostupné všem: moje cesta s GIS
Ahoj, komunito YPN! Jmenuji se Mahdis Hamisi, jsem doktorandkou v oboru urbanistického plánování a veřejné politiky na Texaské univerzitě v Arlingtonu. Ve svém výzkumu se zaměřuji na dopravu a zdraví, zejména na to, jak veřejná doprava ovlivňuje možnosti lidí dostat se ke zdravotní péči. Moje akademická cesta začala…
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Double Major in Geospatial Analysis and Archaeology at Cal Poly Pomona
Hey all! My name is Lucca J Camillieri. I'm currently a double major in Geospatial Analysis and Archaeology at Cal Poly Pomona! I'm a bit of a late bloomer as I will be graduating in spring of '28 and am 36 years old! Originally from Oregon but have lived in So Cal basically my whole life! I hope to one day work as a…
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GIS technician for a small town in Ohio
Hi All! My name is Jacob and I am a GIS technician for a small town in Ohio. I studied environmental science and geography in school and in my current job have pivoted to using GIS for more engineering and utility related applications. I have been in my current position for about 3 years and have learned so much about…
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From Civil Engineering to GIS Specialist
Hi all! My name is Haley, and I work as a GIS Specialist at an engineering design firm in Tennessee, primarily working with water utilities and local governments. I do a lot of utility mapping, data validation and quality assurance, and asset management! I previously worked as a water engineer in my firm, but upon finding…
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Představujeme olympijskou pobočku Esri YPN pro oblast severozápadního Pacifiku
Severozápadní Pacifik je známý rozmanitou a nádhernou krajinou, geografií, která utváří identitu tohoto regionu, a silným vztahem k místu. Je také domovem živé sítě zapálených odborníků na GIS, studentů, organizací a inovátorů, kteří pomocí lokalizačních informací řeší skutečné problémy. Abychom pomohli posílit vazby v…
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Jak může univerzita založit pobočku YPN? (UTA, Texas)
Ahoj všichni, Jsem doktorand na Texaské univerzitě v Arlingtonu a zakladatel Maverick GIS & Spatial Analytics Society, studentského klubu GIS schváleného pro podzim 2026. Představil jsem se zde: https://community.esri.com/en/discussion/1721404/hello-from-uta-phd-student-and-founder-of-a-student-gis-club Rádi bychom na UTA…
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A Second Chance at Success: My Journey Into GIS and the Power of Community
Ever since I was a child, I struggled to understand where I fit in the world. I didn’t learn the way other kids did, and no matter how hard I tried, I always felt behind. At nine years old, I was diagnosed with ADHD. I didn’t fully understand what that meant at the time, but my parents were relieved to finally have…
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From No Clear Path to the Esri Map Gallery: How I Found My Place in GIS
How a student with no clear path found his place in GIS, and what got me there For most of my undergraduate years, I felt like I was a step behind everyone else. While classmates seemed to know where they were going, I did not. I had no clear path, no obvious calling, and a quiet, constant sense that other people had…
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Hello Esri Community - I'm a GIS Analyst from Kenya
Hello! My name is Dennis Kiyeng, a GIS Analyst from Kenya. Happy to be part of this great community.
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The Freedom of Knowledge: How GIS and UAVs Transformed a Rural Classroom in Ukraine
Hello Esri YPN Community! 🌍👋 Sometimes, the most profound technological revolutions happen far away from big cities and elite regional centers. They spark in ordinary rural schools, driven by the sheer power of exclusive knowledge and a collective passion for discovery. I want to share a realistic story about our STEM and…
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Presenting Yourself as a GIS Professional: 5 Game-Changing Strategies
Transitioning from student to professional is not necessarily taught in a college classroom and often is learned from experience and trial and error. Many students and emerging GIS professionals struggle with a starting point in tackling these: * How do I stand out from the crowd and market my skills/abilities? * Where is…
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Greetings from Peru: Environmental GIS, Remote Sensing, and GeoAI
Hello, Esri YPN community! My name is Hendy Huayana, and I am an environmental engineer and GIS analyst from Lima, Peru. I work with GIS applied to environmental monitoring, spatial analysis, Web GIS, and environmental risk assessment. I am interested in remote sensing, spatial data science, GeoAI, environmental research,…
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Geospatial Data Analyst with a background in GIS, remote sensing, and Earth observation
Hello everyone! My name is Kingsley Amankwe, a Geospatial Data Analyst with a background in GIS, remote sensing, and Earth observation. I’m particularly interested in how geospatial technologies can be applied to agriculture, climate resilience, environmental monitoring, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable…
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A Day in the Life of a Water Account Manager
Young Professional Network Edition: What's it like to live a Day in the Life of a Water Account Manager If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work at the intersection of technology, environmental stewardship, and community impact, then step into the shoes of a Water Account Manager for a day. Water touches every aspect…
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Mapping the Unseen: How to Make GIS Projects Tell the Real Story
Hi! I’m Rachael Andrew, a GIS postgraduate student and an aspiring geospatial professional. GIS is powerful, but too often maps are beautiful visuals that don’t tell the full story. Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or a seasoned GIS expert, the challenge is the same: how do you turn raw data into maps…
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GIS Analyst with Langan Engineering
Hi! My name is Vivian. I am a GIS Analyst with Langan Engineering and Environmental Services and a recent graduate of Stanford University's Doerr School of Sustainability (M.S. / B.S. Earth Systems). I'm hoping to use this space to connect with other young professionals as we navigate this constantly-evolving field…
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Networking Without Making It Awkward
Okay so real talk - I didn't really dread the word "networking." I just had a completely wrong understanding of what it meant. Seriously, when I joined this industry, I quite literally set up a reminder to text all the employees about job opportunities. Look. That was me. Clueless, eager, and absolutely unhinged about it.…
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Charting Your Course: A New Way to Navigate the Path to GISP®
If you’re just starting out in the geospatial profession—or even thinking about it—you’ve probably asked yourself a simple question: What does a successful GIS career actually look like? The answer has never been one-size-fits-all. And that’s exactly why the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) developed the Pathways to…
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From ‘Funemployed’ to Esri UC Panelist: A Year of Advice for GIS Job-Seekers
Fresh out of grad school last summer, I was entirely uncertain about what I wanted the next chapter of my life to look like. I was dragging my feet on applying to jobs, and to be honest, I was very much in denial that I needed to actually face the real world. At the same time, I was determined that my next chapter be…
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YPN Introduction
Hi! My name is Lionel and I work in GIS in the telecom industry. I've been doing it for a little over five years now. I've got a bachelor's in GIS and I'm currently working on a graduate certificate. I'd love to connect with other GIS professionals
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Představení sebe sama
Dobrý den všem. Jmenuji se Noman a pocházím z Bangladéše. Zajímám se o mapování vegetace.
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From Service to Spatial Insight: My Experience as a Student Assistant at Esri FedGIS
In February 2026, I had the privilege of serving as a Student Assistant at the annual Conference in Washington D.C. Surrounded by GIS professionals across federal agencies, private industry, and academia, I found myself immersed in conversations that reflected the true power and potential of geospatial science. As a…
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"Young specialist" is not an age.
Today I was thinking about what I would like to share, especially with those who are just starting their journey in GIS, geoinformatics or STEM education. I took my first Esri GIS Fundamentals certification course yesterday. It lasted only 2 hours and 35 minutes. To be honest, it seemed too small to mention. I even…