Geolib is a lightweight JavaScript library for geospatial calculations and utilities. It provides functions for calculating distances between coordinates, determining the closest point, and converting between different coordinate formats. Geolib is commonly used in applications that require geolocation functionality, such as mapping, routing, and location-based services.
Compared to other geospatial libraries, Geolib stands out for its simplicity, ease of use, and performance. It offers a wide range of functions for common geospatial tasks without unnecessary complexity. Geolib is actively maintained and regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest JavaScript standards and best practices.
Alternatives: turf.js, leaflet, geodesy
Tags: javascriptgeospatialcoordinatesdistance-calculationgeolocation