👋 Hi, I'm Alexander Kobyakov

🌲 Forestry IT Expert | GIS Architect | Digitalization Consultant for Natural Resources

With over 17 years of experience at the intersection of forestry, geoinformatics, and software engineering, I specialize in digital transformation of forest management and spatial data systems for both government and industry.

🔧 What I do:

Design and implement web-based GIS platforms

Develop algorithms for forest inventory, harvesting calculations, logistics modeling, and carbon balance assessments

Consult on digital strategies for forest leaseholders and authorities

Write technical specifications, lead development teams, and speak at industry events

🧠 Academic & Professional Background:

PhD in Agricultural Sciences (GIS in Forestry)

Led and consulted on numerous national and regional forestry and GIS projects

Worked with government bodies (e.g., Rosleskhoz), NGOs (WWF, Greenpeace), and private investors

Former university lecturer on forest GIS and remote sensing

💻 Tech Stack:

Python (data processing, automation, prototyping)

GDAL / OGR (geospatial data transformation)

PowerShell (infrastructure scripting & automation)

React (frontend for spatial web apps)

QGIS, ArcGIS, Topol-L, custom forestry GIS tools

⚽ I'm passionate about football, maps, carbon, and making messy data actually useful.