ArcMap vs Arcpro

[EliyahJno_Baptiste]

Greetings,

Is Arcpro the same as arcmap or an upgraded version. Is Arcmap/Arcgis desktop still being used? If new to GIS, which is better to start with?

[Robert_LeClair]

ArcGIS Pro is the replacement to ArcMap as ArcMap is a dated application (1999-present).  If you're new to GIS, I'd recommend to start learning ArcGIS Pro.  There are a lot of free ArcGIS Pro training on the "Learn ArcGIS" website.  Good luck!

[JoeBorgione · Accepted solution]

The two programs are very different with very approaches to the same end.  If you are just starting out, forget ArcMap/ArcCatalog and focus your efforts on ArcGIS Pro. (Just my opinion after using ESRI software since 1990...)

[Suzanne-Boden · Accepted solution]

Hi, if you're looking for resources to learn ArcGIS Pro, you may want to check out this free learning plan. It's a good starting point. https://www.esri.com/training/catalog/5b733d0c8659c25ea7013df9/arcgis-pro-fundamentals/

[curtvprice]

I have posted a list comparing the two applications and some of the things to consider. ArcMap is mature, but it is far from dead. I predict that it will be in use long after its planned 2026 retirement date.

ArcMap vs ArcGIS Pro 

It's much easier to learn ArcGIS Pro first, and ArcMap second.

[EliyahJno_Baptiste]

Thanks for clearing this up guys. I am looking into the ArcGIS Pro learning plan.