OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

Day 16

I joined OSM back in 2018. Then, there was a movement to use alternatives to Google products. For Google Maps, I found OSM.

Recently, in 2023, I finally started contributing to OSM seriously and continuously. Within around 50 days of contributions, I have already become a member of the OSM foundation and one of the top 10 mappers in India.

I am primarily focusing on:

• Adding buildings in Bhubaneswar, my birthplace area and
• Adding roads in Malkangiri, Odisha.

Today is Day 16 of my 100 days of OSM challenge. Let’s see where I will reach at the end of 100 days.

I have corrected alignments of buildings, shore line, roads for the area from Cherry Hill (NW) to Beaulieu (NE) down to Egmont (SE) and to the airport in the SW.

I’ve added some buildings, deleted others. Made corrections to some and added a few swimming pools. Put in a few roads, tracks, driveways and service roads. Most recently a load of solar panels at the energy company along with associated infrastructure. Fixing the St John’s River as best I could was fun. Not my first or longest and there is likely more to go.

I have reached my first goal: To make a baseline realignment for the SW of Grenada. I might give myself a little break and continue up the west coast to finish St George as the South coast it pretty congested and it will be nice to fix the whole district.

No delete option!

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

It’s wonderful to discover such beautiful and accurate mapping.

I checked my location in the Open Street Map and saw how accurate the buildings were mapped in the vicinity where I live in the province. It gave an accurate sizing of our location, which I found great.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

I want to share that I received the “State of the Map Asia 2023 Community Champion Awards” on November 17 as recognition for advocating the use of OpenStreetMap and community-building across different groups and regions in the Asia-Pacific region and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusivity within the community.

As a student leader passionate about exploring not just maps, but also the diverse tapestry of communities in the Asia-Pacific, I recognize that my efforts are a work in progress. I aim to continue advocating for OpenStreetMap’s advancement and I am deeply grateful to the State of the Map Asia team, my colleagues, mentors, family, friends, and everyone who has contributed to this remarkable journey.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

My experience at Pista ng Mapa 2023, from November 21-23, was an exhilarating adventure as eleven Viscan YouthMappers (VYM) and I delved into a three-day conference at the University of the Philippines Tacloban College. The event seamlessly blended intellectual engagement, skill-building workshops, and a celebration of our dedication to open mapping.

The Summit Hotel in Tacloban City hosted the kick-off, featuring plenary sessions with insightful presentations by Mr. Mikko Tamura of Open Mapping Hub – Asia Pacific and Dr. Alfredo Mahar Francisco Lagmay of UP Resilience Institute. The day concluded with parallel sessions, providing a diverse look into mapping’s facets. The highlight of my Day 1 was presenting our VYM project, ‘Mapping of Fire Hydrants as Baseline Data for Fire Emergency Response in Leyte Province, Philippines.’ This was very memorable for me as this transitioned me from a participant last year at PNM2022 to a speaker this year.

Day 2 immersed us in hands-on workshops led by industry experts, from Geoladies’ Ms. Leigh Lunas’ “When Women Maps” to Action for Economic Reform’s Mr. Mark Aimon Pangan’s insights on Digital Data Collection to BNHR’s Mr. Ben Hur Pintor sharing knowledge about beyond shapefiles and file-based data management and “Getting started with Developing Geospatial Applications” by Mr. Luiz Caezar Ian Panganiban of Ausome Maps. These sessions not only enhanced my mapping skills but also fueled my inspiration for geospatial applications.

Day 3 centered on community connections, with meet-ups led by Mr. Mikko Tamura for the OSM Philippines, Mr. Ben Hur Pintor for the OSGeo, and Ms. Feye Andal for the YouthMappers. The YouthMappers Meet-up allowed us in Viscan Youthmappers to reflect on our achievements, identify challenges, and envision our future aspirations. Moreover, the afternoon featured an immersive field trip through Tacloban City and Palo, Leyte, connecting us with local culture and history.

The icing on the cake of my PNM2023 adventure was receiving the Mabiskugon Award for myself and accepting the Pinaka Awesome (OSM) Award for my very own Viscan YouthMappers, acknowledging our dedication to OpenStreetMap and fueling my passion for meaningful contributions.

As I bid farewell to Pista ng Mapa 2023, I left with enhanced mapping skills, cherished memories, and a reinforced commitment to open mapping. I am very grateful to all the sponsors of Pista ng Mapa especially to Open Mapping Hub – Asia Pacific and to my Visayas State University for making this experience for me and my fellow Viscan YouthMappers possible. I eagerly anticipate future opportunities to contribute positively to the mapping community.

Okay then well today it looks like I’ll be beginning my amateur cartography hobby. Oh what fun.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

I had the incredible opportunity to serve as one of the primary organizers for the inaugural YouthMappers Bangladesh Summit 2023 in my role as the Executive of the hosting chapter, YouthMappers at Eastern University, Bangladesh. Amazing experience with great instructors.

After a productive meeting with local chapter leaders in Bangladesh and a successful community gathering in September, the official announcement of the summit was made, and December 2, 2023, was marked as the date.

As October commenced, the call for participation resonated across chapters, resulting in an overwhelming response. With a capacity for 140 participants from 14 chapters, the 4 local chapters – Eastern University, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul University, and the University of Rajshahi – served as co-hosting partners.

The inauguration, led by myself, featured esteemed guest speakers and keynote speakers, including Mr Tasauf A Baki Billah, Executive Director of Bangladesh Open Innovation Lab; Mr Azizul Alam, Vice-president of Geo-Informatics, Product & Technology Division at bKash Limited; Prof. Dr. Sheikh Tawhidul Islam, Director of Institute of Remote Sensing and GIS at Jahangirnagar University; and Prof. Dr. Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean of Faculty of E & T at Eastern University. The summit special guest and key speaker was Mr. Mohammad Ali Azzam, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Eastern University and Mr. Prof. Dr. Shahid Akter Hossain, Vice-chancellor of Eastern University.

The summit’s middle phase showcased renowned global resource persons such as Professor Taichi Furuhashi from Aoyama Gakuin University (School of Global Studies and Collaboration), Dr. Can Unen, Nirab Pudasaini and Honey Fombuena from Open Mapping Hub - Asia Pacific, alongside valuable Bangladeshi resource persons Mr Azizul Alam, Fazle Rabbi, Atikur Rahman, and Samsul Arafin. Workshops covered diverse topics, including democratization of maps, backend web mapping for beginners, hazard exposure mapping, OSRM, innovation with open mapping, geodata collection, and advanced mapping tips and tricks. Chapters presented annual reports, and participants shared insights in lightning talks.

The summit’s climax featured a keynote address by Pete Masters, Special Projects Lead of the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team, delivering a powerful speech to boost the YouthMappers Bangladesh community. The closing remarks were delivered by the Lead Coordinator of OpenStreetMap Bangladesh and the Executive Director of Bangladesh Open Innovation Lab, Mr. Tasauf A Baki Billah, outlining future initiatives.

I extend my sincere appreciation to Dr. Patricia Solis, Director of YouthMappers, and Marcela Zeballos, Managing Director of YouthMappers, for their steadfast support.

I am delighted to share that I have received the “State of the Map Asia 2023 Community Champion Awards” as a recognition for advocating the use of OpenStreetMap and community-building across different groups, spaces, and regions in the Asia-Pacific region and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusivity within the community. I am grateful to the SOTMA team, my colleagues, mentors, family and friends and everyone who has been part of this amazing journey.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

A week ago, one of my riding companions lost her horse in a tragic traffic accident at a busy intersection. Now, the Colorado equestrian community is demanding change in our suburbs to prevent pedestrian, equestrian, and cyclist injuries and deaths. One of our starting steps is to map popular riding routes that use public roads so that our legislators can identify problem areas and work to resolve unsafe traffic conditions caused by inadequate infrastructure.

Spent all morning updating speed limits from 30mph to 20mph in Port Talbot, Goytre, Cwmavon, Margam, Sandfields and Baglan.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

Hello, my name is Janeth Mwakisole and I’m from Tanzania.

I had the opportunity to attend the State of the Map Africa conference in Yaounde, Cameroon from 30th November to 2nd December 2023. This conference was about celebrating and showcasing the culture of open mapping in Africa. I learned a lot about the significance of open mapping in supporting sustainable community development. One of the crucial things I grasped is the value of data-based decision-making. Open data is a dependable and efficient tool, especially in communities that have limited resources. By utilizing open mapping and the information it provides, communities can make well-informed decisions that optimize their scarce resources and contribute to long-term progress.

One of the things I found particularly interesting was how open mapping can contribute to climate resilience because it is related to my career background. I also learned about waste management and how it can be improved through open mapping. Of course, there are a lot of things to share, and I have mentioned only a few of them.

During the conference, I met and connected with people from different countries in Africa and worldwide. For example, I met Geoffrey Katerrega from Uganda, Kennedy Jomokela, and Charles Chifulya from Zambia, and many more from Cameroon and other parts of the world.

I had the opportunity to moderate and participate in the panels at the conference, which was a completely new experience. I’m grateful for the chance I was given, and I believe, through what I have learned at the conference, I’ll be able to make fruitful impacts in my community and further develop my career.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

Today I participated in the training on road classification where I gained additional knowledge on different types of road classification in Java OpenStreetMap (JOSM).training@hotosm.org

At present, farming_system is used in Nepal to mark bari and khet , referring to specific farming practices in the area. I am proposing to use this tag with jhum to mark farmland in NE India / Myanmar where traditional jhum shifting cultivation (slash-and-burn farming) is practiced.

These are fields which are essentially permanent farmland, but which are left to re-wild for some years before being used again. Contrary to some beliefs about the method, the entirety of the jungle is not used for this type of farming. Instead, it is always the same fields that the communities cycle between.

Expansion of this tag to include jhum could enable greater tracking of such fields as part of ongoing scientific analyses of this methods of farming and their impact on the environment. Use of the farming_system tag does not affect rendering, or interfere with any other tags. As farming_system is already in wide use in Nepal but otherwise unused, it is the ideal option for tagging jhum land use.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a wide range of benefits across various industries and applications. Here are some key advantages:

Efficiency and Automation:

AI systems can perform repetitive tasks, analyze vast datasets, and execute complex calculations much faster than humans. This enhances overall efficiency and allows human workers to focus on more creative and strategic aspects of their roles. Data Analysis and Insights:

AI excels at processing and analyzing massive volumes of data. It can identify patterns, trends, and correlations that may be difficult or impossible for humans to discern. This capability enables data-driven decision-making. Cost Savings:

Automation through AI can significantly reduce operational costs. Tasks that would typically require human labor can be automated, leading to increased productivity and decreased reliance on manual resources. 24/7 Availability:

AI systems can operate continuously without the need for breaks or rest. This enables businesses to provide around-the-clock services, improving customer experiences and satisfaction. Personalization:

AI algorithms can analyze user behavior and preferences to provide personalized experiences. This is particularly evident in applications like recommendation engines in e-commerce or content personalization in streaming services. Predictive Analysis:

AI can forecast future trends and outcomes by analyzing historical data. This is beneficial in various fields, including finance, healthcare, and marketing, where predictive analytics can inform decision-making processes. Enhanced Security:

AI is instrumental in developing advanced security systems. Machine learning algorithms can detect and respond to potential threats in real-time, improving cybersecurity measures and protecting sensitive information. Natural Language Processing (NLP):

NLP allows machines to understand, interpret, and generate human-like text. This capability is essential for chatbots, virtual assistants, and language translation services, enhancing communication between humans and machines. Innovations in Healthcare:

AI contributes to medical diagnosis, drug discovery, and personalized medicine. Machine learning algorithms can analyze medical images, predict patient outcomes, and assist healthcare professionals in making more informed decisions. Improved Customer Service:

AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants can handle customer queries and provide support in real-time. This not only enhances customer service but also frees up human agents to focus on more complex issues. Human Augmentation:

AI technologies can enhance human capabilities. For example, exoskeletons with AI components can assist individuals with physical disabilities or provide strength augmentation for labor-intensive tasks. Environmental Impact:

AI can be applied to optimize energy consumption, reduce waste, and improve overall sustainability. Smart grids, for instance, use AI to manage and distribute energy more efficiently. In summary, the benefits of using AI are diverse, ranging from improved efficiency and cost savings to advanced data analysis and innovative solutions across multiple industries.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

Penonome is a city lacking infrastructure in the center & historical sections, where most of the foot traffic happens. On the other end, there are bustling new malls and neighborhoods that cater to those who drive on the interamerican highway.

This ‘small town’ is set to grow well over 100,000 people in population and is starting to seem crowded. The rural communities that head North and Northeast are gems that is rarely visited by foreign tourists.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

New York is the most beautiful city I have visited but it also needs more green areas in general

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license.