Build a location-aware application with Vue and Typesense

Location-aware applications are increasingly prevalent in modern web development, exemplified by apps like Uber and Airbnb, which utilize geolocation features to connect users with nearby services. This tutorial explores the use of Typesense, a search-as-a-service solution, to simplify geospatial logic in such applications by building a nearby-hotels web app. Typesense allows developers to integrate search functionality without custom logic, focusing on location comparison to display results like hotels within a specified distance from the user. The guide walks readers through setting up a Typesense server, configuring a Vue development environment, and indexing data, culminating in a functional UI that lists hotels based on proximity to user coordinates. While the tutorial uses hardcoded coordinates, real-world applications would require dynamic location detection and secure handling of API keys. The tutorial underscores Typesense's utility in creating scalable, location-aware applications without the need for complex backend geospatial logic, offering a practical introduction for developers interested in leveraging its capabilities.