# 1. What is Overture Maps?

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![Overture Maps Homepage](img/homepage.png)

The [Overture Maps Foundation](//overturemaps.org) is an open data project within the Linux Foundation that aims to "Power current and next-generation map products by creating reliable, easy-to-use, and interoperable open map data."

Primarily, "Overture is for developers who build map services or use geospatial data." Additionally, Overture is a fantastic resource for researchers looking to work with one of the most complete and computationally efficient open geospatial datasets.

## What Overture Provides

![Overture Maps Goals](img/overture-goals.png)

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