How does ArcGIS work?

When you start the tutorial, browse to the project package on your computer instead of searching for it on ArcGIS Online.

Introducing ArcGIS Pro.
Navigate maps and scenes.
Create a project.
Add data to a project.
Explore your data.
Create a project template.
Import an ArcMap document.
Author a map.

Why should I use ArcGIS?

ArcGIS Pro uses a project-centric approach that keeps all your maps, layouts, tools, geodatabases, and connections in one place. ArcGIS Pro is the primary tool for authoring large web scenes and editing in 3D. It now supports storytelling in 3D with animation that can use range and time information.

What are the three main components of ArcGIS?

A base ArcGIS Enterprise deployment consists of a combination of three primary components—Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, and ArcGIS Data Store—that together comprise a Web GIS.

What ArcGIS stands for?

ARCGIS. Aeronautical Reconnaissance Coverage Geographic Information System.

Who uses ArcGIS?

Company	Website	Revenue
The American Red Cross	redcross.org	>1000M
Zimmerman Advertising LLC	zadv.com	100M-200M
TerraCycle Inc.	terracycle.com	50M-100M

How do I learn ArcGIS?

Esri has many resources that will help you quickly learn about how GIS technology can help you work more effectively.

Subscribe to ArcUser, ArcNews, and ArcWatch for free.
Make a map on ArcGIS Online.
Read a blog.
Visit ArcGIS Resource at the Esri website.
Get social.
Read an introductory book.
Listen to a webinar.

What do you do in a GIS class?

You will learn how to analyze your spatial data, use cartography techniques to communicate your results in maps, and collaborate with peers in GIS and GIS-dependent fields.

What are the basics of GIS?

GIS Concepts

Mapping where things are. We can map the spatial location of real-world features and visualize the spatial relationships among them.
Mapping quantities.
Mapping densities.
Finding what is inside.
Finding what is nearby.
Mapping change.