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Learn AWIPS CAVE for version 20.3.2-1

by Nicole Corbin -

Learn AWIPS CAVE has been updated for version 20.3.2-1! If you are already enrolled in this course, your progress is still saved. Completions are also still recorded. 

There are several new features in AWIPS 20.3.2.-1 and a few changes to the interface. To get the best experience working through Learn AWIPS CAVE, make sure you install the latest version of CAVE.

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