Free & Open Source GIS (FOSS4G) Tools I Frequently Use

Below is a list of some free and open source GIS tools I regularly use:

Vector Viewing and Editing

1. OpenJUMP – for fast analysis, good cartography capabilities
2. MapWindow GIS – has some added raster operations as well
3. Quantum GIS – comprehensive and complete desktop GIS tool
4. uDig – good for re-projecting and exporting to different coordinate system

Web Map Server

1. GeoServer WMS and WFS Server
2. OSGEO MapServer

Client-side Web Mapping

1. OpenLayers Javascript API
2. OpenScales Flex/ActionScript API

I plan to write detailed reviews on each one of them in subsequent posts. So stay tuned!!!