State of the Map 2026

2026-08-28 | original

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Why This Matters

The State of the Map 2026 conference highlights the ongoing importance of collaborative mapping and open data in shaping the future of geographic information systems. It provides a platform for industry professionals, enthusiasts, and developers to share innovations, best practices, and foster community engagement, which can drive advancements in navigation, urban planning, and location-based services. This event underscores the growing influence of open-source mapping in technological development and data democratization.

Key Takeaways

The conference will feature a mix of talks, workshops, and discussions to promote knowledge sharing.
It emphasizes the global community's role in improving and expanding OpenStreetMap data.
Attendees can participate both in person in Paris and virtually, broadening access and collaboration.

State of the Map 2026

State of the Map is the annual event for all mappers and OpenStreetMap users. In 2026 the State of the Map conference will be taking place in Paris and online. It will be a three day conference packed with talks, workshops, discussion rounds and more.

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Attending

If you are attending the conference either in person in Paris or online, here are some useful links to find information:

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