Files
mapsift/README.md
2026-06-23 19:21:12 +02:00

97 lines
2.2 KiB
Markdown

# MapSift
Explore OpenStreetMap data without writing queries.
MapSift is an interactive OpenStreetMap data explorer powered by the Overpass API. It lets users choose what they want to find on a map, refine the search with tags, add nearby conditions, and inspect the generated Overpass QL when needed.
## Features
- Interactive Leaflet map as the main workspace.
- Large categorized preset catalog for OSM tags.
- Search by the current map viewport or a named area.
- Optional refinement filters for selected presets.
- Custom tag search for advanced OSM exploration.
- Nearby search conditions, such as benches near shops.
- Generated Overpass QL preview.
- Copy query and open it in Overpass Turbo.
- Results shown as map markers and a linked result list.
- List result selection centers the matching marker on the map.
## Tech Stack
- Vite
- React
- TypeScript
- Leaflet and React Leaflet
- Vitest
- Plain CSS
MapSift is a frontend-only SPA. It does not include a backend, database, authentication, user accounts, or saved projects.
## Project Structure
```text
src/
app/
App.tsx
features/
map/
MapView.tsx
results/
ResultsList.tsx
search/
buildOverpassQuery.ts
overpassClient.ts
parseOverpassResponse.ts
presets.ts
types.ts
shared/
types.ts
```
## Overpass Architecture
Overpass-specific logic is intentionally kept outside React components:
- `buildOverpassQuery(state)` generates Overpass QL from a typed search state.
- `fetchOverpass(query)` sends the request to the Overpass API.
- `parseOverpassResponse(response)` converts Overpass elements into map/list results.
React components handle user interaction and display, not manual query string assembly.
## Getting Started
Install dependencies:
```bash
npm install
```
Start the development server:
```bash
npm run dev
```
Run tests:
```bash
npm test
```
Build for production:
```bash
npm run build
```
Preview the production build:
```bash
npm run preview
```
## Notes
MapSift uses the public Overpass API. Large viewport searches are blocked in the UI to avoid irresponsible requests. If a query returns too much data or the API is busy, zoom in, reduce filters, or try again later.