Pierre Kurth
Pierre is a seasoned Cartographer and GIS specialist with 20+ years of experience across print, digital, and spatial domains. Known for his hands-on approach and client-first mindset, he delivers impactful GIS training and guides organisations through seamless transitions to modern spatial systems. Since joining NGIS in 2022, he’s expanded his training expertise across both open-source and enterprise GIS platforms. Catch him at FOSS4G Auckland - he might just map his way into your next project.
Sessions
Learn to create a map from start to finish using QGIS and open data in this beginner-friendly workshop. No prior knowledge is required. By utilising open source software and data, participants gain hands-on experience in map creation while exploring cost-effective open-source tools.
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping GIS, and QGIS plugins are catching up fast. This talk explores how AI and large language models (LLMs) can enhance geospatial workflows. We’ll cover key concepts, demo real tools, and ask: do they work, can we trust them, and what are the trade-offs?