[thelist] Dynamic Artwork...

[David U.]

Jay Blanchard wrote:
> [snip]
> I've got an interesting problem that I was hoping you could help me
> out with. I'm tasked with color coding state maps' counties based on
> specific statistical data. I can create the stand alone maps with
> color coded counties just fine. Is there a way to automate the
> coloring process? based on data from any database?
> [/snip]
>
> PHP has the GD library for dynamic image manipulation. Other than
> that you could create multiples of each image and based on the
> statistics from your database call the proper image.

I would say that GD is __FAR___ undersuited for this task, like using a
push-pin when you really need a big-honkin screw.

-davidu


>
> HTH!
>
> Jay
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