ipeaGIT/geobr — Easy access to official spatial data sets of Brazil in R and Python

Description and use

i​peaGIT /geobr is an open‑source library that provides simple, programmatic access to Brazil’s official geographic datasets (e.g., states, municipalities, biomes, and hydrographic units) for both R and Python users. By wrapping the official IBGE, INPE, and other government sources, it lets researchers download, manipulate, and visualize up‑to‑date spatial data with just a few function calls. The package is especially useful for analysts, planners, and developers needing reliable Brazilian geospatial information in their data‑science workflows.

Problem

ipeaGIT/geobr helps convert raw data into searchable, analyzable, or automated pipelines.

Outcome

Medium: useful for prototypes or internal workflows, with dependency and maintenance checks before production.

Workflow

• organize analytics pipelines
• process datasets
• improve reporting workflows

Evidence

Easy access to official spatial data sets of Brazil in R and Python

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