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Mashups

What are mashups?

A mashup combines data from more than one source into a single tool. Data sources often include maps (such as Google Maps Exit Disclaimer and databases (such as a spreadsheet of clinic locations).

Mashups allow you to search for and locate information and services. They also can help you track information such as disease outbreaks.

Creating your own mashup requires a certain level of comfort with software technology, but there are several online tools that do not require technical expertise. You can customize many ready-made mashups by using your own data. If you are interested in creating your own mashups, tools such as ZeeMaps Exit Disclaimer and Dapper Exit Disclaimer can help you get started.

Mashups in response to HIV

  • Connect people living with HIV to services such as housing and meals.
  • Post and find HIV-related job openings.
  • Host AIDS candlelight memorials.

Examples from the field

Examples of mashups addressing HIV and AIDS include:

Examples of other public health mashups include:

Where can I learn more about mashups?

One Pagers

Mashups (PDF - 602 KB)

Mashups - One Page PDF

A one page reference regarding mashups, what they are, and how they are being used in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Last revised: 06/05/2012