OpenStreetMapNov 11, 2024

OpenStreetMap is the premier source of open geo data, allowing you to take control of your maps. Rather than relying on a handful of tech corporations based in USA, you can host your own maps.

Why not switch away from the handful of US tech companies, to your own maps today? 🙂
#OpenStreetMap

Show threaddodothedev🦤💻Nov 11, 2024
@openstreetmap
I spent part of my walk yesterday updating and confirming details for OSM using Street Complete. It's a fun activity, although it must look a bit dodgy from an outsiders perspective.
Show threadDerick RethansNov 11, 2024
@DodoTheDev @openstreetmap Have you found "Every Door" yet? ;-)
Show threaddodothedev🦤💻Nov 11, 2024
@derickr @openstreetmap
Yes, I've tried that too.
Show threadDerick Rethans
@DodoTheDev @openstreetmap It's addictive, isn't it? 😄
Nov 11, 2024 at 11:17amWeb
Show threaddodothedev🦤💻Nov 11, 2024
@derickr @openstreetmap
Almost too addictive. It's like Pokémon Go, but useful 🤣
Show threadMatt CengiaNov 11, 2024
@DodoTheDev @derickr @openstreetmap Ironically, given PoGo uses OSM data, you're doing an addictive OSM-based thing in service of another! 😂
Show threaddodothedev🦤💻Nov 11, 2024
@mattcen @derickr @openstreetmap
Oh wow, does it? That's pretty cool. Don't get me wrong, I like PoGo, but it's not as constructive as SC.
Show threadMatt CengiaNov 11, 2024
@DodoTheDev @derickr @openstreetmap https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Go
"many *Pokémon Go* players have edited OpenStreetMap in an attempt to improve their gameplay"
Pokémon Go - OpenStreetMap Wiki

Show threadAmᵃᵖanda | map data witchNov 11, 2024

@mattcen Some people wanted to fix the PoGo maps, and found OSM and got hoooked on that instead 🤣

There's even an OSM Wiki page:
https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Tips_for_new_(Pokemon_Go)_mappers

@DodoTheDev @derickr

Tips for new (Pokemon Go) mappers - OpenStreetMap Wiki