Locate Press stands out as a specialized book publisher focusing on the open source geospatial niche, distinguishing itself from traditional publishers who often overlook the long-term value of geospatial books. With an increasing number of technical users turning to open source geospatial technology for a variety of reasons, Locate Press steps in to fill the gap, offering comprehensive and reliable educational and training resources.
Locate Press offers a range of geospatial open source e-books, including titles such as “Spatial SQL” by Matthew Forrest, “How to Succeed as a GIS Rebel” by Mark Seibel, “Earth Engine and Geemap” by Qiusheng Wu, “Using R as a GIS” by Dr. Nick Bearman, “Discover QGIS 3.x – Second Edition” by Kurt Menke, and several others. These books cover various topics in geospatial technology and are aimed at both beginners and advanced users in the field. For the full list of available books, you can visit the Locate Press website here.
At Locate Press, the belief is that ‘niche’ does not equate to insignificance, but rather represents a market requiring substantial support. Understanding the pivotal role of geospatial data management in government and business, Locate Press is dedicated to producing practical teaching materials that are crucial for industry professionals and academic institutions. One of the key commitments of Locate Press is to ensure the enduring availability of its publications, guaranteeing that they remain accessible as dependable resources for course material and reference long into the future.
Locate Press also caters to educators seeking high-quality curricular resources, extending its offerings beyond training books to include workshop guides and exercise booklets. This makes it an ideal partner for educational institutions.
Additionally, Locate Press supports consultants conducting workshops and seminars. For those with solid, practical material in need of professional enhancement, or for those requiring bulk orders for educational or resale purposes, Locate Press provides convenient solutions including online print copies with bulk discounts.
Founded in 2012 by Tyler Mitchell, with its first major publication being “The Geospatial Desktop” by Gary Sherman, Locate Press has been at the forefront of geospatial publishing. After a period under Gary Sherman’s leadership, Tyler Mitchell resumed the helm, continuing the company’s legacy of quality and commitment to the geospatial community.
Locate Press warmly invites educators, consultants, or individuals with innovative ideas for new book titles or projects in the geospatial field to consider collaborating. With Locate Press, there’s an opportunity to contribute to the expanding world of geospatial knowledge and expertise.
Here’s a table summarizing the books and their respective authors available on Locate Press:
| Book Title | Author(s) |
|---|---|
| Spatial SQL | Matthew Forrest |
| How to Succeed as a GIS Rebel | Mark Seibel |
| Earth Engine and Geemap | Qiusheng Wu |
| Using R as a GIS | Dr. Nick Bearman |
| Discover QGIS 3.x – Second Edition | Kurt Menke |
| QGIS for Hydrological Applications – 2nd Edition | Hans van der Kwast, Kurt Menke |
| Introduction to QGIS | Scott Madry Ph.D. |
| Leaflet Cookbook | Numa Gremling |
| QGIS Map Design – 2nd Edition | Anita Graser, Gretchen N. Peterson |
| The PyQGIS Programmer’s Guide 3 | Gary Sherman |
| On the Way with GIS | Toni Fisher |
| pgRouting | Regina O. Obe, Leo S. Hsu |
| Open the Door to GIS | Toni Fisher |
| Geospatial Power Tools | Tyler Mitchell, GDAL Developers |
| The PyQGIS Programmer’s Guide | Gary Sherman |
| The Geospatial Desktop | Gary Sherman |
For a detailed look at these books, you can visit the Locate Press website here.
