About event
For the second time we organize State of the Map in Croatia. This year as completely separate track at our conference, day before the main conference.
We focus on OpenStreetMap data, it’s usage and services, as well as on open data and geospatial data which can be used in combination with it. The aim of this event is to exchange experience, improve existing mapping practices and popularize free cartography.
The participants of State of the Map Croatia are not only cartography enthusiasts, but also developers, scientists, designers, social activists and other people, enterprises and institutions who are familiar with the topic of cartography.
When
21st of May, 17:30
Where
Sveučilište Algebra Bernays, Gradišćanska 24, Zagreb
Attending
By organizing State of the Map Croatia 2025 as a dedicated event on the day before the main conference, we ensure free access for all attendees.
Simply register for your free OSM ticket at https://www.entrio.hr/event/dorscluc-2025-22215 and join us!
Disclaimer – This ticket includes entry only for OpenStreetMap event on the 21st of May. If you wish to attend the main conference you need to buy the ticket.
Conferences are not just about presentations, they are an opportunity to meet people who are doing the same thing as you.
Submit your presentation
We especially invite proposals, not only directly related to the project, the community around it, but also to the use of data. It can be in 3 formats: lightning talk, lecture, workshop.
You can apply at https://www.dorscluc.org/call-for-speakers/
Select topic: OpenStreetMap
Presentations can be about: OpenStreetMap, mapping, cartography, development, data analysis, use of OSM data, OSM user experiences, anything else OSM related, open data usage and liberating spatial data.
Open Data
OpenStreetMap and Open Data are closely connected, and we strive to bring these topics together. Our interest is also in spatial Open Data and spatial data providers in Croatia. If you publish spatial Open Data you are important to us as a possible source for a better map.
Schedule
Talks
OpenStreetMap data sources – Hrvoje Bogner
A long time ago one guy decided to make his own map because all others were not free. It started with hand held GPS unit and a bike, and has evolved a lot since then. This talk is a quick overview how Openstreetmap input data sources evolved thru history and a quick preview what is coming.
Fractal world – Hrvoje Nuić
Everyone loves fractals. Fractals are never-ending patterns that repeat themselves at every level of observation. They are, on one hand, complex, and on the other, very simple. Explore where they appear around us and find out how you can use OpenStreetMap data to analyse fractal patterns found in nature.
Creating maps with uMap and Overpass – Janko Mihelić
uMap is a great tool for visualizing geographic data on a map background, but when combined with Overpass, it becomes a powerful way to explore and display OpenStreetMap data.
Improve your osm.org experience with better-osm-org – Matija Nalis
better-osm-org is user-script for Violentmonkey web browser extension (available for Firefox, Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox for Android) which improves and extends www.openstreetmap.org experience, by adding many features useful for both beginners causally browsing the map as well as advanced OpenStreetMap editors. This talk will show its features and demonstrate few more advanced examples of its usage.
OSM mapathon – Hrvoje Nuić
The Mapathon will consist of two parts:
Theoretical part – introductory presentations on OSM, its structure and application possibilities.
Practical part – participants will actively contribute to the OSM database under the mentorship of expert volunteers. Bring your laptop to join the practical part of the workshop.