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The Challenge
Standard map engines were limiting flexibility for certain visualization use cases. The objective was to explore how far custom raster-based mapping could go on mobile devices.
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╚══════════════╝ UAE Country Map (Prototype)
Custom mapping framework built from scratch, treating maps as controllable visual layers rather than third-party dependencies.
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Our Solution
We built a custom mapping framework from scratch, treating the map as a controllable visual layer rather than a third-party dependency.
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Prototype iOS application using raster image maps
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Custom zoom, pan, and interaction logic
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Framework-level abstraction for future reuse
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Impact & Results
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Validated Approach
Validated feasibility of custom map engines on mobile
Reusable Framework
Served as foundation for future location-based experimentation
Full Control
Demonstrated ability to build core infrastructure from scratch
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Technology Stack
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iOS
Custom Framework
Category: Custom Mapping Framework
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