Working with geospatial data on the web
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Apply to this job SF Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description
This 4 hour workshop will give you a solid foundation for working with spatial data in Javascript. We will convert, modify and visualize data from various sources and formats. At the end of the day you should feel confident that you can put any Shapefile, GeoJSON or CSV file onto a web-based map.
Price: 350$
What will be covered
- Common Geo spatial file formats: Shapefiles, GeoJSON, topojson and even CSVs.
- The fundamentals of GeoJSON, how it works (geojson.io) and how to manipulate it programmatically (turf.js)
- Loading your spatial data into the browser
- Working with Leaflet and d3.js for visualizing spatial data quickly
- Adding simple interactivity
What won't be covered
- Raster & vector tiles
- Map design (attend the companion workshop!)
- Desktop GIS software
- Backend/server-side programming
Our workshops are designed to include a balance of new information and hands-on learning. We believe well designed exercises done in the company of other enthusiastic participants can accelerate your learning greatly. We curate these workshops so that each 10-15 student event is attended by people with similar skills and motivation.
There is a companion workshop: Designing with geospatial data which offers a technical overview of this subject matter. Sign up for both and get a 15% discount.
Prerequisites
Basic command line familiarity ( comfort running commands from a recipe )
About this role
Summary
Teach spatial data manipulation and visualization in JavaScript using Leaflet, GeoJSON, and Turf.js
Job title
working with geospatial data on the web
Experience level
basic knowledge of json and command line
Industry
software
Location requirements
Located in SF or remote work allowed
Salary
$350
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
jsonjavascriptcommand line
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
geospatialjavascriptvisualizationgeojsond3.js
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Remote Country
Sfax, Tunisia
On-site City