A Quick Intro to Humanitarian Mapping
Year: 2016
Section: Data Science
Status: Archived
Organization: Medium
Practical introductory guide designed to help newcomers start with humanitarian mapping workflows.
Outcome: Created an accessible learning resource that lowered entry barriers for volunteers and early-career practitioners.
Methods: Technical writing, GIS knowledge transfer, Community onboarding
Problem
Many prospective contributors asked how to begin with humanitarian mapping but lacked a compact, practical starting point.
Work
I documented tools, communities, and first steps in a short format aimed at quick orientation and independent follow-up.
Delivery
The article provided a reusable onboarding reference for people transitioning into GIS support roles.