This API is best for obtaining real-time data, geospatial data and open data repositories from the ACT Government.
This API is a great way for developers to access open government data from the ACT Government. With it, developers can access a variety of real-time, geospatial, and public datasets. It also provides access to data repositories and analytics so developers can use the data to create meaningful long-term strategies from it. Furthermore, developers can use the API to influence data collection and inform long-term data strategies.
Key features
- ✓Search
- ✓filter and access data
- ✓connect with datasets and related publications
- ✓run analytics on large-scale data
- ✓influence data collection and use in long-term strategies.
Use case ideas
QR Code Scanner
Build an app that uses geospatial data to detect location, scan QR codes and use the data to display local deals and discounts personalized to each user.
City Dashboard
Create a dashboard with visualizations of multiple data sets such as population, weather and traffic to better inform citizens on various topics of interest.
Transportation Map
Create a map with real-time data about the availability of public transportation such as buses or trains to enable easy routing for citizens and visitors.
I was able to quickly access real-time data from the ACT Government and use it in my app. I was also able to run analytics and use the insights to drive my product forward. The ACT Government Data API has made programming more efficient and interesting.