Archive for December 2006
Maps
I discovered the Google Maps API recently and its a real winner. In minutes I had inserted a basic Google Map onto Elcom’s contact us page using the Google Maps API how to instructions.
Interactive maps definately have wow factor. The sales guys immediately added it to their bag of tricks. Without exception every customer that has seen it in action says “can we have that too?”.
Microsoft also have a map API called the Virtual Earth Control. I came across a site called Spyk that uses it with great effect to search for listed properties. The interface is fun, intuitive and the app is extremely useful if you are searching for a home in a defined geographical zone. Its definately in my top 5 sites for 2006.
