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Andrew G. Roe


Cadalyst contributing editor Andrew G. Roe is a registered civil engineer and president of AGR Associates. He is author of Using Visual Basic with AutoCAD, published by Autodesk Press. He can be reached at editors@cadalyst.com


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Vancouver Shares Data Stores   16 Feb, 2010
By: Andrew G. Roe

One Canadian city's resolution to share GIS data with the public benefits residents, businesses, and Olympic visitors alike.

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Mobile Apps Make GIS Pocket-Sized   1 Dec, 2009
By: Andrew G. Roe

As new contenders enter the smartphone market, competition is spurring the release of new spatial and mapping applications.

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AutoCAD Map 3D 2010 (First Look Review)   29 Jun, 2009
By: Andrew G. Roe

Incorporating some key new features and a more seamless environment that provides CAD and GIS tools in the same setting, Map 3D 2010 is a tool that can help multidisciplinary firms maintain continuity from mapping and planning to final design. Point group and multiple format importation help users...more >>

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Technology Aids Distance Learning   1 Dec, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

Many educational institutions and private vendors now offer GIS curricula on line.

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Integrated GIS-GPS Device Proving Field-Worthy   3 Nov, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers enlists the ike 504 to collect geographic coordinates from a distance.

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Desktop GIS Software Adds CAD Tools   6 Oct, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

Pitney Bowes' MapInfo Professional 9.5 can reduce need for stand-alone computer-aided design software.

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Third-Party Solutions Enhance Data Transfer   1 Sep, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

New software improves efficiency of data updating and provides an ongoing log of edits and updates.

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Bringing GPS Data Quickly into CAD   4 Aug, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

Software lets users collect and upload field data into AutoCAD using handheld consumer GPS units.

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New Tools Link GPS and Digital Cameras   30 Jun, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

New technology automatically records not only where a photo is taken but also the direction in which the camera is aimed.

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Sustainable Is a Many-Splendored Word   2 Jun, 2008
By: Andrew G. Roe,P.E.

Civil and geospatial software find a natural niche in working toward a sustainable environment, as evidenced at this year's Bentley Conference.