I authored this educational guide and originally published it on the Gispo Finland Ltd. blog.
GeoPackage provides an excellent platform for learning spatial SQL concepts within QGIS. As a standards-based format built on SQLite, GeoPackage offers direct access to spatial database functionality.
GeoPackage uses SQLite as its underlying database engine, making it an accessible way to learn spatial SQL concepts without requiring a separate database server installation.
QGIS provides direct support for GeoPackage databases, allowing users to execute spatial SQL queries through the DB Manager interface and other database tools.
The tutorial covers fundamental spatial SQL concepts including:
GeoPackage provides a practical environment for learning spatial database concepts, allowing users to experiment with spatial SQL without complex database setup requirements.
The GeoPackage format offers an approachable entry point for learning spatial SQL, combining the power of spatial databases with the simplicity of file-based data storage.
GeoPackage follows OGC standards, ensuring that concepts learned apply to other spatial database systems and enterprise environments.
This learning guide was created when I was working at Gispo Finland Ltd. to support spatial SQL education and promote understanding of spatial database concepts.
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