find-nearby

Locate nearby amenities via OpenStreetMap with distance calculations and map links.

27|2|Updated Jan 15, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents --skill find-nearby-erfanzar
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: find-nearby
Source: https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents/tree/main/src/python/xerxes/skills/find-nearby
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents --skill find-nearby-erfanzar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill makes it easy to locate nearby points of interest (restaurants, cafes, bars, pharmacies, etc.) using OpenStreetMap data without requiring API keys.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Geocode any address or city to coordinates and search nearby amenities.
  • Coordinate-based search to find places around a given latitude/longitude.
  • Flexible place types including restaurant, cafe, bar, pharmacy, hospital, and more, with distance-based results.

Quick Start

To find places near a location, run the script with --lat/--lon or --near and specify --type as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about find-nearby

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find nearby amenities using OpenStreetMap data without an API key?

You can find nearby amenities without an API key by using OpenStreetMap data. The skill leverages Nominatim for geocoding addresses to coordinates and Overpass for querying amenities, returning distance-aware results.

Can I search for nearby places by address or zip code instead of coordinates?

Yes, you can search for nearby places by address, city, zip code, or landmark. Nominatim geocodes these inputs into coordinates, which are then used to query Overpass for nearby amenities.

How do I get map links for points of interest found via Overpass queries?

To get map links for points of interest, the skill processes Overpass query results and formats them with calculated distances. It outputs coordinates and Google Maps URLs for each amenity.

What types of places can I locate with OpenStreetMap Overpass queries?

You can locate various amenity types using OpenStreetMap Overpass queries, including restaurants, cafes, bars, pharmacies, and hospitals. The search supports flexible place types with distance-based results.

Does this OpenStreetMap search tool require any external dependencies?

No, this OpenStreetMap search tool does not require external dependencies or API keys. It operates independently using scripts to query Nominatim and Overpass for geocoding and amenity data.

Why use OpenStreetMap instead of Google Maps for finding nearby points of interest?

Using OpenStreetMap via Nominatim and Overpass for finding nearby points of interest eliminates the need for API keys. It provides free, distance-aware amenity searches with direct Google Maps URL outputs.