[Qgis-user] Getting started - Data

[Bob and Deb]

It has been a while since I had to deal with e00 files, but when I did I
believe I used avcimport to convert the e00 into a binary coverage.  If you
don't do this some e00 files can take a very long time to import.
On Jul 6, 2012 7:49 AM, "Jeff Barnard" <jeffbarnard1111 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I am working with the Dominican Red Cross for 12 months assisting with
> disaster preparedness and prevention. Members have begun mapping
> communities for hazards using google maps and very lengthy hand written
> notes etc.
>
>
> I have installed QGIS 1.8.0-Lisboa but am frustrated at being unable to
> get started ie I have purchased some data on Dominica from the Geocommunity
> website (which I have on CD) but simply cannot get in onto the program. I
> have tried to convert the e00 files into shape files but have not
> been successful. I think the software has some sample data but again have
> not been able to access either Rasta or Vector layers.
>
>
> All the videos and training I find start from having the data accessible
> to the program. I feel once I get something to work with I will be away.
>
>
> Hope someone can assist
> Jeff Barnard MCommDev (EmergMgt) AVID Volunteer with Dominica Red Cross Email:
>  jeffbarnard1111 at gmail.com, Skype: jeffbarnard1111
>
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