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Said Turksever
Geomapping engineer and project manager at Meta leading open mapping strategy, working with OpenStreetMap and Mapillary to build tools, AI workflows, and community programs for global open map data and pedestrian infrastructure.
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Dec 4, 2025
• 46min
#32: Why Meta Is Betting Big on Open Maps
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Said Turksever, a geomapping engineer at Meta, is on a mission to reshape global navigation through open mapping. He explains why Meta prioritizes open data and how it revolutionizes map accessibility. From utilizing AI to streamline mapping workflows to improving pedestrian navigation in cities like Naples, he shares fascinating insights. Collaboration with communities is key, as evidenced by partnerships that expanded sidewalk data. Said also highlights the role of mapping in disaster response and encourages listeners to contribute to community mapping initiatives.
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