CARTOframes is a Python package that allows users to interact with CARTO, a geographic information system (GIS) platform, for data analysis and visualization. The package was created by Andy Eschbacher and Jeff Ferzoco as an internal need on their team, who wanted to use CARTO more efficiently within their data science workflows. The package has gained popularity among customers, including one who used it to process terabytes of daily data, and has been updated with features such as CARTO VL styling language, vector maps, and improved data import and export functionality. Future development plans include full feature parity with CARTO VL, integration with premium data offerings, and a more robust analysis toolkit. Users have praised the package for its ease of use, flexibility, and ability to visualize data in real-time.