qgis ☆

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Description:
Geographic Information System

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 4.0.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 26, 2025

Links: Homepage | @qgis | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: gis mapping spatial-analysis geospatial open-source

Install: brew install --cask qgis

About:
QGIS is a professional, open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) used for creating, editing, visualizing, analyzing, and publishing geospatial information. It supports vector, raster, and database formats and includes a powerful Python API for scripting and plugin development. The platform enables users to build interactive maps and perform complex spatial analysis across desktop, server, and web platforms.

Key Features:

Advanced vector and raster data processing
Intuitive map composer for high-quality print layouts
Extensive plugin ecosystem and Python scripting support
Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Use Cases:

Urban planning and land use mapping
Environmental modeling and impact assessment

Alternatives:

ArcGIS Pro – Proprietary GIS suite with enterprise integration but high licensing cost
GRASS GIS – Advanced geospatial analysis engine often used alongside QGIS for scientific modeling

Version History

Detected	Version	Change	Commit
Mar 11, 2026 10:39am	4.0.0	VERSION_BUMP	f921578b
Mar 7, 2026 4:24pm	3.44.8	VERSION_BUMP	b1986e2a
Jan 17, 2026 1:23pm	3.44.7	VERSION_BUMP	95907495
Dec 26, 2025 2:09pm	3.42.1,20250324_153321	VERSION_BUMP	6ceee6cf
Sep 15, 2025 12:51pm	3.42.1,20250324_153321	VERSION_BUMP	374cef61
Jul 7, 2024 9:59pm	3.38.0,20240706_122635	VERSION_BUMP	b7f8de99
Dec 23, 2023 2:34am	3.34.2,20231222_122631	VERSION_BUMP	0ca10144
Nov 24, 2023 5:16pm	3.34.1,20231124_122843	VERSION_BUMP	88c00f9d
Nov 24, 2023 4:10pm	3.34.1,20231124_122843	VERSION_BUMP	fdf69daa
Nov 12, 2023 12:31pm	3.34.0,20231112_051527	VERSION_BUMP	2a7df5c3
Nov 4, 2023 2:46pm	3.32.3,20230915_122907	VERSION_BUMP	58cbfa13