Build Interactive Maps

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Build Interactive Maps

This course is part of Geospatial Visualization, Cloud & Real-Time Pipelines Specialization

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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This course is part of the Geospatial Visualization, Cloud & Real-Time Pipelines Specialization

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course starts with turning data into clear geographic stories that help people see where patterns are happening. In this short, hands-on course, you’ll learn how to move beyond static charts by building an interactive COVID-case choropleth map using Folium. You’ll explore how geographic boundaries and data values work together to reveal regional trends, and how design choices like color scales influence interpretation.

As you progress, you’ll enhance your map with layer controls and informative popups that allow viewers to explore the data, toggle views, and access details directly on the map. Finally, you’ll complete the workflow by exporting your map as an HTML file and publishing it with GitHub Pages, creating a shareable link that works in any browser. Through guided videos, focused readings, and practical activities, you’ll practice moving from raw data to an interactive, web-based map that supports clear communication and informed discussion.

You are introduced to Folium and explore how choropleth maps communicate geographic patterns in data. Using COVID case data, learners build their first interactive choropleth map and understand how data values are translated into visual gradients.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

You will learn to enhance your maps by adding interactive features that allow users to explore data dynamically. This module focuses on usability, clarity, and stakeholder-friendly design.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 assignment

This module completes the workflow by moving maps from a local environment to the web. You will publish your interactive maps online so they can be shared with non-technical audiences.

What's included

2 videos1 reading2 assignments

2 videos Total 12 minutes

Screencast: Publishing a Folium Map to GitHub Pages 10 minutes
Advancing through Continuous Learning 3 minutes

1 reading Total 8 minutes

Folium Maps to Shareable Web Pages: Publishing Static Sites with GitHub Pages 8 minutes

2 assignments Total 35 minutes

Hands-On Learning: Publish Your Follium Map to GitHub Pages 15 minutes
Graded Assessment: Publishing and Sharing Interactive Maps Online 20 minutes

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