Mastering QGIS - Second Edition: Go beyond the basics and unleash the full power of QGIS with practical, step-by-step examples

Go beyond the basics and unleash the full power of QGIS with practical, step-by-step examplesAbout This Book• This book is your one-stop solution to all of your GIS needs using the open source QGIS• Master QGIS by learning about database integration, geoprocessing tools, Python scripts, advanced cartography, and custom plugins• This example-rich, practical guide will help you create sophisticated analyses and mapsWho This Book Is ForIf you are a GIS professional, a consultant, a student, or perhaps a fast learner who wants to go beyond the basics of QGIS, then this book is for you.It will prepare you to realize the full potential of QGIS. What You Will Learn• Create and manage a spatial database• Get to know advanced techniques to style GIS data• Prepare both vector and raster data for processing• Add heat maps, live layer effects, and labels to your maps• Master LAStools and GRASS integration with the Processing Toolbox• Edit and repair topological data errors• Automate workflows with