Leaflet
A small open-source mapping library that renders tiles from any provider. It powers the interactive maps in the travel section of this site, with static SVG maps behind them as an offline fallback.
I use Leaflet to create responsive, interactive maps with custom markers and locally managed map behavior.
- Age
- 15 years (since 2011)
Experience highlights
- The Travel section uses Leaflet maps to present continents, countries, trips, and individual destinations.
- Configure sensible bounds and zoom behavior for both desktop and mobile visitors.
- A good alternative to Mapbox, which is itself a good alternative to Google Maps.
From the blog
Related writing
Articles from JWS News and DEV that relate to Leaflet.
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