DEM Net Elevation API

Inspiration

Graphics based on elevation data (profile slopes, joy division t shirt, 3D terrains)

What it does

Automatically downloads data and perform live 3D textured terrain generation and other elevation calculations

How I built it

Aspnet core web api and c#

Challenges

Find affordable hosting. (Cloud is expensive) Fast pipeline Open data sources Protect from abusive usage Communication around the project

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

Thousands of users Cross Platform Fast

What I learned

Passion and perseverance is always rewarding Cloud is very expensive Keep things simple

What's next for DEM Net Elevation API

Integrations with other actors (SketchFab) Better 3D Streamed terrains

Built With

• c#
• dotnet