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Gain insights into Google Maps APIs, specifically Embed Maps and Maps JavaScript API. Learn about drawing, events, and controls to develop interactive web applications with engaging maps.

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Google Maps is one of the most utilized services in the world. Its APIs are among the best available for creating interactive digital maps. There’s a wide range of use cases for maps, including ride-hailing apps, looking up new restaurants, and even checking out the traffic situation on roads. In this course, you’ll be introduced to two of Google Maps’s most utilized APIs: Embed Maps API and Maps JavaScript API. Through examples and code exercises, you will master key concepts of Google Maps development, including drawing, events, controls, and interactions. By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to create impressive web applications with unique and interactive maps.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Learn about the Google Maps API.

Learn how you can embed Google Maps to your webpages.

Learn to make interactive web applications using the Maps JS API.

Learn about the key maps concepts like events, controls, and map interactions.

Learn about the Google Maps API.

Content

33 Lessons

Introduction

3 Lessons

Get familiar with integrating and customizing interactive Google Maps using APIs and setting up API credentials.

Get Started

Set Up API Credentials

Set Up a Billing Account

Maps Embed API and its Different Modes

6 Lessons

Look at embedding interactive maps in web pages via various Google Maps API modes.

Embed Maps on Web Pages

The place Map Mode

The view Map Mode

The directions Map Mode

The streetview Map Mode

The search Map Mode

Maps JS API Basics

4 Lessons

Go hands-on with creating, localizing, and customizing various types of maps using the Google Maps API.

Create a Simple Map Using JavaScript

Map Localization

Map Types

Tilted Map View

Controls and Interactions

6 Lessons

Break down the steps to manage, disable, customize, and position Google Maps API controls.

Map Controls and the Default UI

Disable Default Controls

Control Customization

Control Positioning

Custom Controls

Restrict Map Bounds

Events

2 Lessons

Take a closer look at handling events in the Google Maps API to enhance interactivity.

Simple Events

Access Arguments in UI Events

Drawing on the Map

10 Lessons

Follow the process of adding and customizing overlays, markers, and shapes on Google Maps.

Overlays

Introduction to Markers

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Approach the Google Maps API with confidence and engage with the community.

Wrap Up!

Appendix

1 Lessons

Get familiar with essential terms like Plus Codes, URL-encoded addresses, and ccTLDs.

Glossary

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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