geocodes
Geocodes are identifiers that encode geographic locations to support storage, search, and analysis in mapping and geographic information systems. They can take the form of numeric coordinates or of alphanumeric codes that represent a geographic area.
Geocoding is the process of converting a description of a place—such as an address or landmark—into geographic
Formats vary. The most common are coordinates in decimal degrees (for example, 37.7749, -122.4194); grid-based references
Geocoded data are produced from street networks, gazetteers, and address databases, and are standardized and distributed
Applications include mapping and navigation, routing and logistics, geographic analytics, emergency response, and urban planning. Limitations