Google Maps Mashups with Google Mapplets

• Is the first book to cover Google’s new Mapplet technology
• Shows you how to create Google Maps–based applications and publish to maps.google.com
• Provides a single–source resource and practical guide to Mapplets and mashups
• Teaches you how to mash up Mapplets using location–specific data
• Includes examples of real–world applications

Readers will be taken through the process of building a mashup of multiple data sources and APIs, using Tourfilter’s concert and event data to map concerts and venue information happening nearby. Creating GeoRSS and KML files will also be covered, showing readers how to publish their content with geographic metadata and encouraging their users to interact with their data in new and interesting ways.

Who is this book for?

This book is aimed at developers, designers, and technologists looking to explore Google’s new Mapplet technology. The book will be a great resource for those just getting into Map–based applications and mashups, as well as for seasoned Maps developers looking to reach an extended audience with their mashups on maps.google.com.

Readers of the book should be familiar with JavaScript, basic HTML and CSS, PHP, and some SQL.

Michael Young is a Technologist in the Research & Development group of The New York Times Company. He is currently focused on building new digital media products and services, primarily in the mobile space.