Description:
Adds support for geographic objects to PostgreSQL
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 3.6.1@0
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Tracked Since: Nov 16, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@PostGIS |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Databases
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Tags:
postgis
postgresql
spatial
gis
database
geospatial
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Install:
brew install postgis
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About:
PostGIS extends the capabilities of the PostgreSQL relational database to store and query spatial data. It adds support for geographic objects, allowing location queries to be run in SQL. This enables high-performance geospatial analysis directly within your database.
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Key Features:
- Spatial data storage and indexing
- GIS functions for analysis and processing
- Support for geometry and geography data types
- Raster data support for imagery analysis
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Use Cases:
- Location-based services and mobile apps
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis
- Spatial data visualization and mapping
- Routing and logistics planning
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Alternatives:
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SpatiaLite
– A lightweight, serverless spatial database extension for SQLite, ideal for smaller applications or mobile development.
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MongoDB
– A NoSQL database with built-in geospatial indexing and queries, offering a different data model for flexible schema.
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