Parsing Natural Earth data into it's raw form.

[mrpubnight]

Hi there, I’m wondering if it is possible to parse the data so that I can get the geo vector data in its raw form.

I’m building a mapping tool and would like to build my own maps using raw data.

Any pointers would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Stephan

[Nathaniel]

Stephan,

The shapefiles provided on the download pages are about as raw as they come. Are you having problems importing them? Into what software?

_Nathaniel

[mrpubnight]

I’m writing my own software and would like to paint my maps myself. I downloaded Coastlines but the main data file is stored using some protocol – or at least it appears that way. Is there a tool or application I can use to export the data. Ideally i’m looking for point (lat,long) – or something functionally equivilant.

Thanks

Stephan

[Nathaniel]

@Stephan: There are shapefile parser libraries for most languages. Alternatively, you can install GRASS or QGIS and export out using a GDAL like tool the vector part of the shapefile to XY ordered text list.

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