Latitude Longitude
Latitude and longitude are geographic coordinate systems used to specify locations on Earth's surface. Latitude measures north-south position relative to the equator (0°), ranging from -90° at the South Pole to +90° at the North Pole, while longitude measures east-west position relative to the Prime Meridian (0°), ranging from -180° to +180°. This system enables precise global positioning and is fundamental to mapping, navigation, and geospatial applications.
Developers should learn latitude and longitude when working with geospatial data, location-based services, or mapping applications, such as in GPS tracking, ride-sharing apps, or geographic information systems (GIS). Understanding this concept is essential for tasks like calculating distances between points, plotting locations on maps, or integrating with APIs like Google Maps or OpenStreetMap, ensuring accurate spatial representation and functionality.