Inside ArcView GIS 8.3 [Paperback]

Scott Hutchinson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0766834751 | ISBN-13: 978-0766834750 | Edition: 1

Inside ArcView GIS 8.3 functions as a detailed description of the software's functionality and as a comprehensive, self-paced tutorial. An essential how-to manual for the novice and indispensable desk-side reference for the experienced user, this edition begins by establishing the conceptual foundation necessary to use all GIS applications efficiently and effectively. Initial chapters focus on mastering the basics of using ArcView GIS 8.3 "out of the box" for querying, thematic classification, and map composition. With these skills, subsequent chapters lead readers to more advanced expertise, such as editing data, extending data using relational databases, performing spatial analysis (including buffering and overlays), and advanced map composition. Throughout the book, the author's unbiased perspective ensures that readers gain first-hand insights into the strengths and weaknesses of their ArcView GIS 8.3 software, as well as knowledge of workarounds and third-party solutions available to enhance their productivity.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Updated based on new ArcView GIS 3.1 and 3.2 functionality - a perfect book for anyone learning to use ArcView GIS to access maps and display geographical information. There are 200,000 copies of ArvView GIS estimated to be in use worldwide, making it one of today's leading GIS desktop mapping applications. ArcView GIS developer, ESRI Corporation of Redlands, California, is the dominant provider of GIS applications software in a $1 billion GIS software market projected to continue its rapid growth well into the next millenium. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Scott Hutchinson is a GIS coordinator specializing in training and custom ArcView GIS application development.

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: OnWord Press; 1 edition (October 15, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0766834751
• ISBN-13: 978-0766834750
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,005,015 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars You are selling the wrong book, January 24, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Inside ArcView GIS 8.3 (Paperback)

You got the correct title and ISBN on this webpage but you are selling the "Inside Arcview GIS (Ver 3.x), 3rd edition, 2003. Pls. see onwordpress.com website for the correct book. The color of the cover is different. I am inerested to buy the Inside ArcView GIS 8.3, 2004 edition, ISBN 0766834751 if there are sellers.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars I am confused, March 8, 2005

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This review is from: Inside ArcView GIS 8.3 (Paperback)

Could someone at Amazon clarify the confusion. The advertised book was published on 10/30/2003. Yet, one of the review's written belwo was written in 2001. So which book are you advertising? Are you sure the above book is ArcView GIS 8.3, ISBN 0766834751

6 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference for beginners and experienced AV users, April 19, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Inside Arc View GIS, 3E (Paperback)

I found this book to be more user friendly than the manuals that accompany the software. It certianly advanced my ArcView skills.