I recently published this article on LinkedIn.
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Keith
J. Keith Maxwell, PE, PLS, has been practicing surveying since 1974, professionally since 1989. He knows a thing or two because he's seen a thing or two.
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Good article. Keep it up.
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Thanks Jaybird. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
You're a great writer J Kieth ...would love to see more insight on surveying here on the site... keep it up!
Nice post!