1. MapMaker Easy fast web-based map creation
A Proposal by Giles Westerfield and Max Aller
MapMaker

2. Overview Imagine MapMaker solves this Rural area
Want to point out some landmarks or specific directions to friends (additional information)
No easy way, even with existing map systems
MapMaker solves this
Easily take full advantage of existing map systems adding features that are not accessible to the average web user

3. More Information
Normally you’d have to be an experienced web developer to use the API
But with MapMaker, pointing out a landmark is as easy as selecting the marker tool and clicking on a map
Take full advantage of the API

4. Features Map-making Share with friends Custom content
Can create paths, shaded areas, and expandable tooltips
Tweakable zoom and pan settings
Share with friends
Create your map, host it with us, then link your friends
Custom content
Design your own marker icons, map backgrounds, and map controls
Tools for users basic and advanced

5. Picture (Markers & Tooltips)

6. Picture (Polygon)

7. Picture (Paths)

8. Architecture Modular work and roles, flexible
Map API is to be determined
(Google Maps, MSN Virtual Earth, Yahoo, MapQuest)

9. Lifecycle Plan Initially Later
Spiral – at least until core feature set has been implemented
In a limited time scenario, a risk-oriented strategy is advantageous
Flexible, multiple planning phases, iterative risk analysis, non-linear stages (unlike Waterfall)
Later
Staged delivery – for non-essential features
Predictable (and shippable) release cycles

10. Feasibility Easily-attainable core feature set
Once coded, team can analyze risks of additional features with respect to the remaining time in the course
Reduced integration time
Immediately visible results
Little interdependence of tasks (low coupling)

11. Summary
MapMaker would be a useful and original project that has potential for real use beyond the class
Many skills needed – large potential for learning a new language or practicing
Extremely scalable goals
Easy to demonstrate current progress to customer
I like MapMaker!