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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.

A Beginner's Guide to the Google Maps API

One of the most valuable aspects of the Google Maps API is the level of UI control customization it allows, giving applications a more personalized touch. Various UI control elements can be added, removed, or even modified depending on the use case. For example, the map types control can be set up as a dropdown menu or a button bar. More controls, like the scale control, can also be enabled.

Learn how to add, remove, and modify controls.

Introduction

Maps Embed API and its Different Modes

Maps JS API Basics

Controls and Interactions

Events

Drawing on the Map

Conclusion

Appendix

Control Customization