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We’re excited to announce the release of the successor to our Leaflet Plugins, MapQuest.js! Built with Leaflet v1.1.0 integration, MapQuest.js provides all of the power of the MapQuest geospatial platform combined with the elegance of the open-source Leaflet mapping library. Seamless integration with MapQuest’s APIs allows easy interaction with the geocoding, directions, traffic, and search-ahead […]
We’re proud to announce the beta launch of MapQuest.js and MapQuest-GL.js. Get started today using your existing MapQuest API key and let us know what you think. Now, let’s break it down. MapQuest.js MapQuest.js is a JavaScript SDK that allows you to quickly integrate your JavaScript application with our web services without writing extensive code. MapQuest.js […]
Recently, Verizon Companies MapQuest, Sensity and it’s ThingSpace team joined together to co-sponsor TechCrunch Disrupt’s Hackathon in New York City on May 13-14, 2017. Nearly 700 hackers descended upon Pier 36 to create new products utilizing sponsor APIs and SDKs for the chance to win big. Teams were also given the opportunity to present to […]
We’re happy to announce the release of a new version of our icon service! This new version (V2) introduces crisp, flat and fast loading icons that look great on our Leaflet and static maps. Full documentation can be found at: http://developer.mapquest.com/documentation/icons-api/v2/ When I first started working for MapQuest last year, we had a team prototype hack […]
Hi, my name is Brian Coakley and I’m the leader of the developer tools support team. I’ve been here for over 10 years, meaning I’ve worked with several people to overcome their challenges. So, what do our customers frequently ask about? Can you help me figure this one out? Well, we sure can. We often get […]
We’re happy to announce additional improvements to our Traffic API, which will require no additional backend work for you! Updating four elements, we’re making your lives easier and providing a better user experience for you and your users. It’s a win-win scenario! Keep scrolling to read about our new and improved Traffic API enhancements: 7x […]
We recently launched an updated version of our Static Map API, including enhancements like you’ve never seen before. If you aren’t familiar, our Static Map API allows you to create a map image that can be placed in your applications, websites, email campaigns, or print media. Enhancements to Static Map API, v5, include: Retina Maps: Maps […]
MapQuest loves hackathons. Whether we’re sponsoring, mentoring or helping students utilize our APIs and SDKs, we love to be involved. We particularly love getting involved at a local level, helping mentor the up-and-coming tech generation, who may be sitting at a desk next to us one day! On April 22-23, 2017, we sponsored HackCU III, the […]
Do you ever wonder how MapQuest for Business powers other companies and their cutting edge solutions? Verizon Telematics’ business units including OEM, Hum and fleet leverage several of our APIs and SDKs. Watch the video to learn how we beat out other suppliers to become Verizon Telematics’ preferred geospatial provider.
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