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OGC Geopackage

The OGC GeoPackage (GPKG) is a modern, open format for storing and sharing geospatial data. This course introduces its structure, advantages, and practical use in GIS workflows, teaching you to create, manage, and use GeoPackages for efficient, interoperable spatial data management.

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Course content

  1. Foundations of GeoPackage
    Metadata Introduktion to get started with the geopackage course
  2. Vector Features
  3. Raster Data and Tiles
  4. Metadata and Relationships

course description

The OGC GeoPackage (GPKG) format has become a cornerstone of modern geospatial data exchange — combining the portability of a single file with the power of a full-featured spatial database. In this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the GeoPackage standard, its structure, capabilities, and how it fits into today’s GIS workflows.

We’ll explore how GeoPackage extends SQLite to store vector, raster, and tile data efficiently, and how it compares with other formats like Shapefile, GeoJSON, and PostGIS. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to create, query, and manage GeoPackages using popular GIS tools (such as QGIS and GDAL) as well as through scripting and APIs.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Understand the core concepts and structure defined by the OGC GeoPackage standard.
  • Store and organize multiple datasets within a single, standards-compliant container.
  • Use GeoPackages for mobile, offline, and web-based geospatial applications.
  • Integrate GeoPackages into workflows for data sharing, analysis, and publication.

Whether you’re a GIS professional, developer, or data manager, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to confidently use GeoPackage as a powerful, interoperable format for spatial data.

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Updated on Nov 5, 2025