Commonly used front-end map framework (WebGIS framework)

1.Leaflet

Leaflet is the most famous front-end map visualization library, which is open source, small in size, clear in structure, and easy to use.

2.Mapbox GL JS

Mapbox GL JS is currently the latest front-end map library, with impressive vector compression, dynamic styling, and 3D performance. It itself is open source, but generally relies on the mapping services provided by Mapbox.

3.ArcGIS API for JS

ArcGIS API for JS is a relatively academic front-end map library that is part of the ArcGIS development kit and has good collaboration with desktop and server-side ArcGIS software. It is not open-source and has a high fee, making it more commonly used in academic settings.

4.Openlayers

Openlayers is also a commonly used front-end map library, which is open-source and more complex and complete compared to Leaflet.

5.Cesium

Cesium is a commonly used library for 3D geographic visualization, which is widely used in large-scale visualization (terrain, architecture, Earth).

6.Baidu Maps JS API/Baidu Maps API GL

Baidu Maps JS API is a traditional two-dimensional map, Baidu Maps API GL is a 3D map that relies on the backend services provided by Baidu Maps. In addition to map services, there are also related services such as search, navigation, and real-time transportation. Developers have free quotas.

7.Gaode Map JS API

Gaode Map JS API is similar to Baidu.

8.Google Maps JS API

Google Maps JS API has better data overseas.

9.AntV L7

AntV L7 is a spatial data visualization library, which can be used to build map visualization in collaboration with Gaud Maps.

10.Mapbox.js

Mapbox.js is an extension plugin for Leaflet (different from Mapbox GL JS).