Inspiration
We were inspired by the popular game GeoGuessr. We attempted to remake it in an effort to improve our HTML/CSS/JavaScript skills and promote education in geography.
What it does
The program generates a random image using Google Maps' API. There is a map to place a marker on in order to guess the location of the image. It then tells you how many miles away your guess is from the actual location of the image.
How we built it
We built our project using JavaScript/Google Maps API for the backend and HTML/CSS for the front end.
Challenges we ran into
Randomizing the API call, sizing the images proportionately, and calculating distance through longitude and latitude from cursor on map.
Accomplishments that we're proud of
We are proud of how we generated latitude and longitude from an image and then converted it into distance.
What we learned
We learned a new language (JavaScript) and how to use API's.
What's next for JiyaGuesser
Limiting the number of tries for the user, using 360 degree view Google Maps API, and adding a point system.
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