Main Content ¶

The reviewer emphasizes that this publication transcends its hydrological focus, asserting it serves “anyone who wants to improve their QGIS skills through practical, real-world examples.”

The author describes meeting the book’s creators at FOSS4G 2022 and subsequently reviewing the work. The publication contains eight chapters structured as a progressive workflow:

• Preparing Data from Hard Copy Maps
• Importing Tabular Data into QGIS
• Spatial Analysis with Map Algebra
• Stream and Catchment Delineation
• Adding Open Data to Your Catchment
• Calculating Percentage of Land Cover per Subcatchment
• Map Design and Conclusion

Key Review Points ¶

Each chapter opens with methodology workflows applicable beyond QGIS software. The exercises feature detailed color screenshots and step-by-step instructions. The reviewer notes supplementary video tutorials by Hans van der Kwast enhance the learning experience.

The structure culminates in developing “pleasing and functional map” creations through accumulated competencies.