GDAL (Geospatial Data Abstraction Library)

GDAL, or the Geospatial Data Abstraction Library, is a powerful open-source library used for reading, writing, and processing geospatial data, such as maps and satellite images. It supports a wide variety of file formats, allowing users to convert and manipulate geographic data easily. Think of GDAL as a versatile tool that helps computers understand and work with spatial information, making it essential for tasks in geography, environmental science, and urban planning. Its flexibility and extensive capabilities make it popular among researchers, developers, and organizations dealing with geospatial data.