Designing and Sharing Custom Web Maps with HERE XYZ Studio

Web mapping has evolved beyond static visualizations into highly interactive, cloud-driven experiences. In this session, Raymond Camden from HERE Technologies demonstrates how to leverage HERE XYZ Studio, a browser-based location data management platform, to design and publish custom interactive maps without complex infrastructure setup.

Participants will see how spatial data can move seamlessly from raw datasets to styled, shareable web maps using modern cloud-based tools.

Building a Custom Web Map with HERE XYZ

The webinar walks through the creation of a thematic web map focused on U.S. National Parks. Using HERE XYZ as the data backbone, viewers learn how to structure layers, configure map elements, and prepare datasets for visualization.

Because HERE XYZ operates as a location data management service, it supports scalable storage and manipulation of spatial information directly in the cloud. This architecture simplifies the process of managing datasets while maintaining performance and flexibility.

Importing and Managing Location Datasets

A core feature of HERE XYZ Studio is its ability to ingest and organize geospatial datasets. The session demonstrates how to upload location data, define its schema, and integrate it into a live mapping environment.

Effectie dataset management ensures that features are correctly structured, searchable, and ready for styling. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations maintaining evolving data layers or collaborating across teams.

Applying Custom Map Styles

Visualization is essential for communicating geographic insights. Raymond illustrates how to apply custom styling to map layers within HERE XYZ Studio, adjusting colors, symbols, and display logic to highlight meaningful patterns.

Custom styles allow users to tailor maps for specific audiences, ensuring that thematic emphasis aligns with the story being told. Whether presenting environmental assets, infrastructure networks, or business locations, styling transforms raw coordinates into intuitive visual narratives.

Sharing Interactive Maps

Once a map is configured, HERE XYZ Studio provides straightforward sharing options. The webinar shows how to distribute web maps with colleagues, stakeholders, or the public, enabling broader engagement with location-based insights.

Because the maps are web-native, recipients can access them through a browser without installing specialized software, expanding reach and usability.

About HERE

HERE is an Open Location Platform company focused on enabling organizations and cities to leverage the power of geographic intelligence. By translating location data into actionable insight, HERE supports improved infrastructure management, asset optimization, mobility solutions, and navigation services.

Its cloud-based location platform services are designed to help enterprises and public sector entities interpret and apply spatial data effectively. Through scalable technology and developer-friendly tools, HERE empowers users to build applications and workflows centered on accurate, real-time location intelligence.

This webinar provides a practical introduction to how HERE XYZ Studio can serve as a foundation for creating dynamic, shareable web maps that bring spatial data to life.