mapbox/mapbox-gl-js
Interactive, thoroughly customizable maps in the browser, powered by vector tiles and WebGL
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MOST-STARRED TypeScript
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +70 | +311 | +900 |
| Per day | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Forks gained | +12 | +48 | +119 |
mapbox-gl-js gained 311 stars in the last 30 days, about 10 a day, and now has 12.4K. It is about 14 years old and has averaged roughly 887 stars a year. It ranks #134 among TypeScript repositories and #757 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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75
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Mar 7, 2013
FIRST APPEARANCE
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STATUS TODAY
mapbox-gl-js has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
mapbox-gl-js is an open-source project written in TypeScript: Interactive, thoroughly customizable maps in the browser, powered by vector tiles and WebGL.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in 3d, javascript, maps. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in TypeScript for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ npm install mapbox-gl-js⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Node.js >= 18, npm, pnpm or bun
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
mapbox-gl-js coordinates its core functionality through a modular TypeScript pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed mapbox-gl-js into TypeScript backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install mapbox-gl-js using your package manager: `npm install mapbox-gl-js`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for mapbox-gl-js.
Import mapbox-gl-js into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `mapbox-gl-js --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with TypeScript, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
mapbox/mapbox-gl-js is currently ranked #757 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does mapbox-gl-js do? +
Interactive, thoroughly customizable maps in the browser, powered by vector tiles and WebGL
What language is mapbox-gl-js written in? +
The primary language is TypeScript. Topics include: 3d, javascript, maps, priority, webgl.
Is mapbox-gl-js actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 28, 2026 with 1,455 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does mapbox-gl-js have? +
mapbox-gl-js has 12,422 stars and 2,377 forks on GitHub.
How does mapbox-gl-js rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 12,422 stars, mapbox/mapbox-gl-js is ranked #757 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #134 among TypeScript projects.
What license is mapbox-gl-js distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
