Need to perform quick geospatial calculations? A new, lightweight REST API called the Geo Calculation Toolkit API might be just what you’re looking for. This handy tool handles common geospatial calculations using coordinates and “Geo Objects” – shapes like polygons, circles, and polylines.
Why This API Was Created
The developer behind this project originally built a real-time location tracking system. Working with spatial data sparked an interest in solving location-based logic challenges. The Geo Calculation Toolkit API is a result of that experience, offering reusable features to help other developers tackle similar problems.
Instead of dealing with massive GIS datasets, this toolkit focuses on fast, real-time calculations involving location and spatial boundaries. It’s perfect for those times when you need a quick answer without the overhead of a complex GIS system.
What Can You Do With It?
This API is designed for speed and simplicity. Imagine easily calculating the distance between two points, checking if a point falls within a specific area, or determining the intersection of different shapes. These are the kinds of tasks the Geo Calculation Toolkit API excels at.
How to Get Started
The full documentation and sample requests are available on GitHub:
https://github.com/your-username/geo-calculation-toolkit-api
To test the API, include this header in your requests:
X-RapidAPI-Key: cc8ca2c596mshb17640c8b5cc21bp13445ejsn7a138f181255
Please be aware the provided key has a usage limit. It’s not intended for production or high-volume use.
Feedback Welcome
The developer is actively seeking feedback. If you have any thoughts, suggestions, or encounter any issues, please share them. Your input is valuable and can help improve this useful tool. So, give the Geo Calculation Toolkit API a try and see how it can simplify your geospatial calculations.
