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Open Data on AWS
Geospatial data provides powerful capabilities to individuals and organizations looking to better understand our planet. The insights that can be derived from location intelligence are even further amplified when collaboration occurs across diverse teams and specialist organizations. Open data is free and available for anyone to use, and in this chapter, we will explore the following topics:
- Open data overview and sources
- Accessing the Registry of Open Data on AWS
- Common use case examples
- Analysis using AWS services
- Benefits of cloud collaboration
What is open data?
The cost of remote sensing data acquisition has decreased exponentially over time with the expansion of connected and airborne sensors. As with most industrial ...
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