How to convert Shapefiles to GeoJSON maps for use on GitHub (and why you should)
Read OriginalThis technical guide explains how to use the open-source tool ogr2ogr to convert government Shapefiles (e.g., from data.dc.gov) into the GeoJSON format. It provides step-by-step commands for Mac (using Homebrew and GDAL) and mentions options for Windows and bulk conversion. The article argues this process liberates public geodata, enabling easy visualization on GitHub and fostering collaborative, open-source-style work with geographic datasets.
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