On April 20, Geeks Anonymes will host Raphaël Marée, a researcher at the Montefiore Institute, University of Liège, for a talk titled "Understanding the OpenStreetMap Ecosystem"

OpenStreetMap (OSM) is not just a map; it is a collaborative online mapping project that has brought together more than ten million members since its creation in 2004. Every day, its contributors enrich a free geographic database covering the entire globe using a wide range of tools and technologies.

After putting the challenges related to (digital) maps into perspective, this presentation will offer an accessible introduction to this ecosystem: its motivations, how it works, its community, the main tools (servers, APIs, applications, etc.) for viewing and reusing the data, as well as ways to contribute whether you’re an individual, a business, or an institution.

Whether you already use OSM or want to explore its potential, come discover what makes this project one of the most influential digital commons in the world.

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Registration is free but mandatory before April 14, 2026.

Schedule:

12:00 - A convivial moment over a sandwich

12:30 pm - Conference

A CONFERENCE FOR ANONYMOUS GEEKS

With the support of the open source academy