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Leveraging OpenStreetMap on AWS

We use geospatial data every day to guide our driving experience. Whether getting directions to an unfamiliar destination or making sure that our journey is efficient by monitoring current traffic conditions, navigational applications save us time and headaches on the road. In this chapter, you’ll learn that OpenStreetMap (OSM) has a wealth of data and services for streamlining your analytics and navigational needs. In this chapter, we’ll explore the following topics:

  • The OSM platform
  • Accessing OSM from AWS
  • Practical applications
  • Community projects and organizations
  • Architectural considerations

What is OpenStreetMap?

OSM is the most widely known and well-maintained free collection of geospatial data on the ...

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