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Nagaraj Bhat
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Python's Folium to create choropleth maps

Folium is a built on top python and of leaflet.js. It is used to visualize data through interactive maps, choropleth visualization, as well as parsing markers on data.

For ipython notebook code, checkout my github

What will be covered in this blog?

  • data preparation - merging, sorting, grouping using pandas.
  • barplot visualization using seaborn
  • creating maps using python's folium - tiles, circle marker, choropleth map, and geojson.
  • creating labels on the choropleth map using GeoJsonToolTip.
  • Displaying multiple data views on the same map using feature group and control layer.
  • Create markers and use custom icons.

Check out the full blog here : Python's Folium to create choropleth maps

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