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Integrating Nginx & QGIS Server

In order to manage incoming HTTP requests and effectively distribute them to the QGIS Server instances, Nginx is used as a reverse proxy server as part of the integration of Nginx and QGIS Server. When dealing with many users and heavy traffic, this configuration is advantageous for serving maps and geospatial data online.

In order to effectively handle and direct incoming requests to the QGIS Server, Nginx must be configured as a reverse proxy. By putting these two lines of settings into action, we create a connection that enables Nginx to effectively redirect traffic to the QGIS Server, enhancing the performance and security of the web-based mapping application overall.

Benefits

• Efficient Performance
• Scalability
• Even Load Balancing
• Additional Security

Working

1. Firstly, an HTTP request for a map or geospatial data is originally sent to the Nginx server by the client.

2. Then, a reverse proxy server has been set up with Nginx. Based on the specified URL or location, it receives the client request and sends it to the appropriate QGIS Server instance.

3. After processing the incoming request and retrieving the required geographical data from its project files, the QGIS Server instance renders or analyzes the requested geospatial data as well as creates the map or data response.

4. Then the response (map picture, data, etc.) is produced by QGIS and sent back to Nginx.

5. Finally, the original client who made the request is then sent the response by Nginx. Through their web browser or application, the client can access the map or data.

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Conclusion

The article briefly explains the Nginx & QGIS Server integration, along with its advantages and the working of the combination.