Google Maps
Google Maps is a web mapping platform and consumer application developed by Google, offering satellite imagery, aerial photography, street maps, 360° interactive panoramic views, real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for traveling by foot, car, bicycle, air, or public transportation. It provides APIs and SDKs for developers to integrate mapping, geolocation, and location-based services into websites, mobile apps, and other software. The platform is widely used for navigation, local search, business listings, and geographic data visualization.
Developers should learn and use Google Maps when building applications that require location-based features, such as ride-sharing apps, delivery services, travel planners, or real estate platforms, as it offers robust APIs for maps display, geocoding, directions, and places search. It is particularly valuable for projects needing high-quality, up-to-date map data, global coverage, and integration with other Google services like Google Places and Street View, making it ideal for consumer-facing and enterprise applications.