Yahoo! Maps Mashups

Yahoo! Maps is the most innovative of the online mapping service, and provides robust APIs that allow developers to create their own map-based applications and services Reviews the simple, yet comprehensive Map APIs built on Ajax, JavaScript, Flash, and Flex and allow users to build amazing map applications Teaches readers mashup fundamentals (including REST, XML, and popular map-friendly Web services), how to develop tight and efficient mashups with the Ajax API, and how to enrich the mashup experience with the JavaScript-Flash API Explores map features such as panning and zooming, widgets, markers, overlays, and geocoding Includes fully implemented and guided mashups featuring flickr, HotJobs, Upcoming.org, real-time weather, traffic, video, and more