Workbook for learning how to use Python with ArcGIS for Desktop.

GIS Tutorial for Python Scripting uses practical examples, exercises, and assignments to help students develop proficiency using Python® in ArcGIS®GIS Tutorial for Python builds upon previously acquired GIS skills and takes them to the next level with the use of Python. Knowledge of Python® a key tool for scripting geoprocessing functions and tasks in ArcGIS for Desktop® is expanded through hands-on programming geared to automating GIS applications. Exercise data is provided, and instructor resources are available.

Table of contentsPrefaceIntroductionChapter 1 – Using Python in labeling and field calculationsTutorial 1-1 Python introduction and formatting labelsTutorial 1-2 Decision making in the Label Expression windowTutorial 1-3 Using Python in the Field CalculatorTutorial 1-4 Decision making in the Field CalculatorTutorial 1-5 Working with Python date formatsChapter 2 – Writing stand-alone Python scriptsSpecial introduction: Working with PythonTutorial 2-1 Creating describe objectsTutorial 2-2 Scripting geoprocessing tasksTutorial 2-3 Coding for multiple geoprocessing tasksTutorial 2-4 Using while statementsTutorial 2-5 Using lists and for statementsTutorial 2-6 Building script toolsTutorial 2-7 Using cursorsTutorial 2-8 Combining loopsTutorial 2-9 Creating custom toolbarsChapter 3 – The ArcPy mapping moduleTutorial 3-1 Accessing map document elementsTutorial 3-2 Controlling the map extentTutorial 3-3 Creating a map seriesChapter 4 – Python toolboxesTutorial 4-1 Creating a Python toolboxTutorial 4-2 Setting up value validationTutorial 4-3 Setting up dependenciesChapter 5 – Python add-insSpecial introduction: Python add-insTutorial 5-1 Creating a Python add-in applicationTutorial 5-2 Using buttons and combo boxesTutorial 5-3 Using tools to interact with the mapAppendix A: Using an IDE for Python scriptingAppendix B: Tool indexAppendix C: Data source credits