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Last update: RNDr. Veronika Sacherová, Ph.D. (10.05.2019)
once image is created, it can be easily re-used for many purposes, from small figures in the scientific papers, through slides with clear infographics, to stand-out posters. Indeed, scale does not matter, vector image will always be smooth and readable, the pdfs zoomable and posters without pixelated images. Vectors save a lot of disk-space as well. Parts of different vector images can be easily combined into new context, saving time and effort. Many programs, including R or GIS-software, allow to export the output to vector format (.eps, .svg), which stays editable and can thus be polished-up in a vector editor. During the course we will mainly work in Inkscape, which is the most powerful open-source software available at the moment. Although it might seem a bit user-unfriendly at start, it has a steep learning curve. The course will be tailored to the needs and skill-level of the students. At start we will refresh the basics, so that everyone will understand the principles of vector graphics and will be familiar with the program environment and with the essential tools. We will later focus on the use of advanced tools that make the life even easier, and how to apply this knowledge to scientific outputs, maps, charts, trees etc. Ideally, the student should enter the course with a particular project of his own (e.g. poster / slides for a conference, or figure for a scientific paper / thesis) on which he or she will be able demonstrate the acquired skills. Preferably own laptop with either Windows, Mac, or Linux operating system, and Inkscape already installed. |
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Last update: Mgr. Pavel Pipek, Ph.D. (23.08.2019)
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Last update: Mgr. Pavel Pipek, Ph.D. (13.06.2019)
Several easier tasks during the progress of the course, final exam would consist of finalisation of an own or given project, followed by discussion with the lecturer. |
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Last update: Mgr. Pavel Pipek, Ph.D. (23.10.2019)
The course will run in three subsequent one-day blocks (the syllabus is preliminary) |
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Last update: Mgr. Pavel Pipek, Ph.D. (13.06.2019)
None, but preferably own project (presentation / poster) |