Chapter 1:
After taking 291 WebGIS seems much easier to grasp and it seems like a more streamlined and beginner centered software. I feel like in Chapter 1 this is reflected with the user base of the software and how popular it is for businesses and government while still being easily usable by more casual, day-to-day users. The group and organization system seems really cool and makes the data much more accessible which is very convenient for businesses especially. The tutorials were also a lot easier to follow in my opinion. I was able to follow them and learn the ropes in a more efficient manor than when I used ARCGIS. Apps are also a pretty cool aspect of WebGIS that I found very interesting and very easy to understand.
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2 of the GIS guide explores tools for crafting visually compelling and meaningful maps. It highlights feature layers as the most versatile type of interactive layer, easily shared across web maps, 3D scenes, and applications. Esriās geospatial cloud offers extensive resources, enabling users to design custom layers using their own datasets, pre-made templates, or by starting from scratch. With intuitive smart mapping tools, creating polished mapsālike heat maps, dot density visualizations, and color-coded comparisonsābecomes accessible even to those with minimal technical expertise. The ArcGIS Living Atlas is another valuable resource, providing ready-made layers such as base maps, satellite imagery, and data on topics like infrastructure and environmental conditions.
For a project I would want to create an interactive map that shows some good birding spots at my favorite park.