Alchemy is system for importing map data for use natively in GeoBase. Alchemy consists of a data compiler and a scripting language that is used to quickly and easily define how to add custom data to the GeoBase File System A methodology of storing spatial data for optimal performance in geospatial or location-based applications. For more information see the GeoBase File Systems FAQ page. (GBFS) format. There are two flavors of Alchemy:
Alchemy Layers - allows you to import custom spatial data or augment the underlying street data set. Custom layers such as power lines, building outlines, etc., can then be rendered on a map and referred to in spatial queries. This data is stored in the powerful GeoBase File System(GBFS), allowing maps, spatial queries and other functions on customer data to yield the same performance as the base street data.
Alchemy Streets - provides you the ability to import 3rd party street data into GeoBase for core functions such as routing and geocoding. This allows you to deploy emerging markets and other street data sets into your application while retaining the power of the full GeoBase API.
