This short tutorial shows how you can use the Map View in APM Studio to visualize location and status of objects. The tutorial uses the OpenStreetMap’s standard tile layer server.
The tutorial shows:
- How objects on the OpenStreetMap are visualized;
- The configuration of the APM Studio system preference for maps; and
- The configuration of the APM Studio Model View.
Background information
OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a free, collaborative, and open-source mapping project that provides geographic data and maps to anyone who wants to use them. It is often referred to as the “Wikipedia of maps” because it relies on contributions from volunteers worldwide to create and update map data.
Key Features of OpenStreetMap:
- User-Generated Data: Anyone can edit and update the map using GPS devices, aerial imagery, and local knowledge.
- Free to Use: Unlike Google Maps, OSM is open-source, meaning its data is free for personal, commercial, and academic use.
- Highly Detailed: Covers everything from roads and buildings to hiking trails and bike lanes.
- Customizable: Developers can use OSM data to create custom maps and applications.
- Global Coverage: Available for almost every country in the world.
OpenStreetMap data is free to use, their tile servers are not (see https://operations.osmfoundation.org/policies/tiles/). A limited number of calls were used to show the tutorial. Typically for our customers we set up a private tile server to fullfill their map visualisation needs.
