maps

Geocode locations, search POIs, route, and look up timezones via OpenStreetMap and OSRM APIs.

Updated May 25, 2026

Search Tags:#routing #timezone #geocoding #POI search #location intelligence

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/webdevtodayjason/subctl-rust --skill maps-webdevtodayjason

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maps
Source: https://github.com/webdevtodayjason/subctl-rust/tree/main/skills/maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/webdevtodayjason/subctl-rust --skill maps-webdevtodayjason

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of geocoding, finding Points of Interest (POIs), and getting routes and timezones using OpenStreetMap and OSRM.

Core Features & Use Cases

Geocoding: Convert place names to coordinates and coordinates to addresses.
POI Search: Find nearby places by category (e.g., restaurants, hospitals).
Routing: Get driving, walking, and cycling directions between locations.
Timezones: Determine the timezone for a given location.
Use Case: Need to find a nearby restaurant or find the distance between two cities? This Skill can help with that.

Quick Start

Search for a restaurant near "Times Square, New York" using the 'nearby' command.

Frequently Asked Questions about maps

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I geocode addresses and find points of interest using Python?▼

Geocoding and POI search in Python can be done using OpenStreetMap APIs to convert place names to coordinates and find nearby locations by category like restaurants or hospitals.

Can I get driving and walking routes between two locations without installing extra dependencies?▼

Yes, routing between locations is possible using OSRM APIs, which provide driving, walking, and cycling directions without requiring additional dependencies beyond Python 3.8+.

What is the best way to find the timezone for a specific set of coordinates?▼

Timezone lookup for specific coordinates involves querying location intelligence APIs that map geographic points to their corresponding timezone identifiers for accurate conversions.

Do I need any external libraries to perform location queries and route planning in Python?▼

No external libraries are needed for location queries and route planning; the Skill requires only Python 3.8 or later and relies entirely on OpenStreetMap and OSRM APIs.

How does POI search work for finding nearby restaurants or hospitals?▼

POI search works by querying OpenStreetMap with a location and category keyword, returning nearby points of interest like restaurants or hospitals based on geographic proximity.

Can I convert coordinates back to readable addresses using OpenStreetMap?▼

Yes, reverse geocoding converts coordinates back to readable addresses by querying OpenStreetMap data, translating numeric latitude and longitude points into recognizable place names.