[Ovmsdev] Open Charge Map

[Lee Howard]

On 05/22/2014 03:44 PM, Tom Saxton wrote:
> Maybe another map vendor wants to add support to OVMS, so the user can 
> choose OCM or PlugShare, or whatever.
> ....
> As an aside, PlugShare is already experimenting with adding the 
> ability to add voltage/amperage info to their database via a special 
> version of their web site that appears when the user agent is the 
> Model S browser.

I am pleased that PlugShare easily accepts data contributions, but does 
it meet your own criteria listed an hour ago?...

On 05/22/2014 02:49 PM, Tom Saxton wrote:
 > I'd like to make sure that whatever happens with OVMS reporting charging
 > station information stays open and stand-alone, not tied exclusively to
 > OCM.

I've read through the PlugShare "Terms of Use Agreement", and it seems 
very much opposed to the "open" philosophy espoused by OVMS (and OCM).

Mind you, I have absolutely no objection to anyone developing-in an OVMS 
feature to contribute information to PlugShare and other databases 
besides OCM.  I merely mean to point out and seek clarification for the 
apparent conflict in your positions.

Thanks,

Lee.


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