Leaflet

Leaflet is an open-source JavaScript library for creating interactive, mobile-friendly maps on the web. It provides a lightweight and flexible API for displaying map tiles, markers, popups, and vector layers, with support for various tile providers like OpenStreetMap. It is designed to be simple, performant, and easy to extend with plugins.

Also known as: Leaflet.js, LeafletJS, leaflet-js, leaflet library, L

Why learn Leaflet?

Developers should learn Leaflet when building web applications that require embedded maps, such as location-based services, data visualization, or GIS tools, due to its minimal footprint and ease of use. It is ideal for projects needing custom map interactions without the complexity of heavier alternatives, and it works well with frameworks like React or Vue.js through wrapper libraries.

Learning Resources

• docs: Leaflet Official Documentation
• tutorial: Leaflet Tutorial on MDN Web Docs
• video: Leaflet Crash Course on YouTube
• course: Leaflet - Interactive Maps with JavaScript on Udemy
• book: Leaflet Cookbook by Packt