Michael Scharnagl • 5/11/2014

Maphancement – progressive enhanced Google Map

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This article introduces 'Maphancement,' a method to optimize Google Map integration on websites. It replaces heavy dynamic maps with lightweight static images for initial load, saving ~550KB. A tiny JavaScript library then converts the static map into a full interactive Google Map when the user clicks or drags, balancing performance and functionality.

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