Data Import Guide

Aurora GIS supports multiple methods for importing spatial data into the system.

Overview

Data can be imported from various sources:

  • File Uploads: Direct file uploads from your computer

  • URL Imports: Import from web-accessible URLs

  • PostGIS Remote: Connect to external PostGIS databases

  • ESRI/ArcGIS: Import from ArcGIS services

  • S3 Buckets: Import from cloud storage

  • Overture Maps: Import from Overture Maps parquet files

Import Methods

General Import Process

  1. Select Import Method: Choose the appropriate import method

  2. Configure Source: Provide source location and credentials

  3. Set Parameters: Configure import options (SRID, filters, etc.)

  4. Execute Import: Start the import process

  5. Monitor Progress: Track import status

  6. Verify Results: Check imported dataset

Import Options

Update Modes

  • Replace: Replace existing data

  • Append: Add to existing data

  • Upsert: Update existing, insert new

Scheduling

  • Immediate: Import immediately

  • Scheduled: Schedule for later execution

  • Recurring: Set up recurring imports