[OSM-talk] Slightly OT: Learning GIS?

[Serge Wroclawski]

On Sun, Dec 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM, John Smith <deltafoxtrot256 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 2009/12/14 Serge Wroclawski <emacsen at gmail.com>:
>> So where does someone like me begin? Is there a good book I can read?
>> A video course online?
>
> Are you more interested in theory aspects or practical aspects?

Practical, but knowing a little theory helps know how to apply the practical.

>> I realize that many universities offer a GIS class, but I'm wondering
>> if this is something that can be relatively self-taught?
>
> Almost anything can be self taught if you are determined enough to
> learn it, doubly so since the internet came about.

Can you suggest any material?

- Serge