What you need for this book
To follow through the various examples, you will need to download and install the following software:
- Python Version 2.x (minimum Version 2.5)
- GDAL/OGR Version 1.7.1 or later
- GEOS Version 3.2.2 or later
- PyShp 1.1.6 or later
- Shapely Version 1.2 or later
- Proj Version 4.7 or later
- PyProj Version 1.8.6 or later
- NumPy
- PNGCanvas
- Python Imaging Library (PIL)
This book assumes at least a basic working knowledge of Python and a familiarity with geospatial analysis. Procedures for unloading and installing these tools are covered in the relevant chapters of this book as needed.
