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OSM Extraction Tool

OSM Extraction Tool
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Language

Javascript

Tool Type

Web app

License

AM331-A3

Version

1.2.0

About the tool Responsible

Inter-American Development Bank

OSM Extraction Tool
What is it?

Data Extraction OSM simplifies access to maps and open data from Open Street Map, allowing navigation and extraction of detailed information for urban and territorial planning projects. This web application makes it easy to obtain specific attributes, supporting the closing of information gaps. Developed to increase planning accuracy using crowdsourced data, it is shared to allow public agencies and organizations to combine this data with existing records, improving their analytical capabilities with minimal effort and cost. It is a valuable resource for projects that seek to optimize the management of geographic information.

What problems does it solve?

The OSM Data Extraction Tool addresses the lack of direct and easy access to detailed geographic data, allowing users to fill information gaps for territorial planning and analysis projects efficiently and at no cost.

How does the tool work?

Data Extraction: The OSM Extraction Tool offers tools for extracting specific geospatial data from OpenStreetMap. Customization: Users can often customize the tool to extract data relevant to their specific projects and applications. Geospatial Data Access: It facilitates access to OSM data for use in mapping, analysis, and geographic information system (GIS) applications.

Open standards

Built with modern libraries like React, Redux, and Leaflet for geospatial data visualization and management. Uses OpenStreetMap data and converts it to GeoJSON, a widely adopted open standard. Employs tools like Webpack and Babel to ensure compatibility with modern JavaScript. Aligned with open development practices and standards for dynamic web applications.

Sector
Urban Development and Housing
Functionality
Geolocation
Sustainable development goals
Sustainable cities and economies
Toolkits
Topic - Municipalities
IDB Tools
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Extracting Geospatial Data with OSM Extracting Geospatial Data with OSM

This image displays the interface of the OSM (OpenStreetMap) Extraction Tool, allowing users to draw boundaries and extract geospatial data from a map.

OSM Extraction Tool OpenStreetMap Interface OSM Extraction Tool OpenStreetMap Interface

The image shows a digital tool named "OSM Data Extraction". Boundaries and the "Bodies of water" feature are selected to extract data near Guyana using Overpass API. There's an "EXTRACT" button.

Software Development Script Table Software Development Script Table

The image shows a script table with "Name" and "Description" columns. It includes: cibuild, clean, console, lint, server, setup, test, and update, with brief function descriptions.

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