About us
The geocompx project is a community-driven initiative focused on reproducible geographic data analysis, modeling, and visualization using open source software across multiple programming languages.
We aim to support learning, teaching, and collaboration in the field of geocomputation by creating and maintaining accessible, high-quality learning resources — including open-source books and related materials — for R, Python, Julia, and beyond.
Our Mission
The geocompx project is about:
- eXchanging information across geospatial communities
- Cross (X) pollination of ideas between tools and languages
- Supporting geocomputation with (X) other languages as the ecosystem grows
We believe that by sharing methods and insights across programming environments, we can help users choose the best tools for their work and foster more inclusive, interoperable spatial workflows.
Our Story
The project began with Geocomputation with R, which helped spark a community of learners and contributors. As interest grew in other languages and cross-platform approaches, the need for a broader, language-agnostic home became clear. Thus, geocompx was born — a name reflecting our evolving focus on geocomputation across languages and tools.
Learn about the story behind the geocompx project in our presentation at FOSS4G Europe 2024 (video). This talk explores the origins, development, and future directions of our open-source geospatial initiative.
Get Involved
geocompx is open by design: we welcome contributions, feedback, and ideas from learners, educators, and practitioners around the world.
If you’d like to suggest improvements, report issues, or contribute content, please visit the relevant GitHub repositories or open a discussion on our Discord.