Advanced QGIS

Course Overview ¶

This advanced course is designed for experienced QGIS users who want to deepen their expertise and learn professional-level workflows. Participants will explore advanced spatial analysis techniques, model building with the graphical modeler, PyQGIS scripting for automation, advanced cartography, working with databases, and creating custom plugins.

The course emphasizes practical, real-world applications and includes extensive hands-on exercises that challenge participants to solve complex spatial problems efficiently.

What You Will Learn ¶

• Advanced vector and raster analysis techniques
• Building automated workflows with the Processing Modeler
• Introduction to PyQGIS scripting and automation
• Advanced cartography and atlas generation
• Working with spatial databases (PostGIS integration)
• Creating and managing virtual layers
• Advanced attribute management and SQL queries
• Performance optimization for large datasets
• Creating custom QGIS expressions and functions
• Developing simple QGIS plugins
• Integrating QGIS with web services (WMS, WFS, WCS)
• Advanced terrain analysis and 3D visualization

Who Should Attend ¶

This course is designed for:

• GIS professionals seeking to advance their skills
• Power users comfortable with basic QGIS operations
• Analysts who need to automate repetitive workflows
• Developers interested in extending QGIS functionality
• Team leads responsible for GIS workflows

Participants should have completed the Introduction to QGIS course or have equivalent experience.

Prerequisites ¶

• Solid foundation in QGIS basics
• Experience with real-world GIS projects
• Basic understanding of spatial concepts
• Basic Python knowledge is helpful but not required

Course Materials ¶

All participants receive:

• Advanced course workbook with code samples
• PyQGIS reference documentation
• Sample datasets and exercise solutions
• Processing model templates
• Certificate of completion
• 30-day post-course email support