Saturday, November 18, 2006

Google Maps with Your Locations!

web tools, free, software: YourGMap

I've found a possible practical utilization for Google Map: it's called YourGMap

What is it?
"YourGMap Examples:
* A map of store locations embedded into another website
* Back from a trip? Show your friends where you went!
* Make a map of your favorite restaurants!
* Office locations around the world"

By the Author:
"About this Service

YourGMap is great for two kinds of users:

* Anyone who needs to an easy way to create a map and send to their friends,
* Web designers who want to add interactive maps to their client's websites.

The Google Maps API is great for creating powerful map-based applications, but requires JavaScript skills. YourGMap offers a simpler way."

"I had the idea for this site when I was looking for a place to cash my traveller's checks in New York City. When I googled for AmEx offices, the only page that came up was a simple address list. A native New Yorker knows each corner of Manhattan by heart and could instantly figure out which office is closest. For me, a map would have been better. Hopefully, people will use this tool to fill the web with beautiful maps instead of address lists."

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