maps

Geocode places, find POIs, and compute routes using open map data.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent --skill maps-hugoalmeidamoreira
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maps
Source: https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent/tree/main/skills/productivity/maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent --skill maps-hugoalmeidamoreira

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Geocodes places, finds POIs, and computes routes and timezones using open data sources, enabling location-aware decision making without API keys.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Geocoding: convert place names to coordinates
  • Nearby POIs: discover points of interest around a location across multiple categories
  • Distance & Timezone: compute road distances and travel times, and fetch timezone info for coordinates

Quick Start

Find nearby restaurants around Times Square, New York.

Frequently Asked Questions about maps

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I geocode place names to coordinates without an API key?

Geocoding place names to coordinates is done using the public Nominatim API, which converts text queries into latitude and longitude without requiring API keys. It relies entirely on open map data for location-aware tasks.

How do I find nearby points of interest around a specific location?

Finding nearby points of interest uses the Overpass API to query OpenStreetMap data for amenities around a given location. You can discover restaurants and other POIs across multiple categories without authentication.

Can I calculate road distances and travel times using open map data?

Calculating road distances and travel times is supported through the OSRM public API. It computes driving routes and directions for travel planning using open data sources, requiring no Python package dependencies.

Do I need to install Python packages to compute routes and geocode addresses?

No Python package dependencies are required to geocode addresses or compute routes. The implementation uses the Python standard library alongside public APIs like Nominatim and OSRM to perform all mapping operations.

What's the best way to get timezone info for geographic coordinates?

Getting timezone info for geographic coordinates is handled natively by querying open data sources alongside routing operations. It fetches timezone data based on latitude and longitude without needing external authentication.

Does this approach work for generating travel directions and planning routes?

Generating travel directions and planning routes works by computing distances and paths via the OSRM API. It uses OpenStreetMap data to calculate travel times and road distances for location-aware decision making.