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Hi all,

I'm struggling a bit to make sense of the Language_Guide, http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Overpass_API/Language_Guide

I assume the Language Guide is the first place people would look to learn? If that's correct, I'd like to edit the page a bit. Would somebody with experience be happy to validate, and answer questions if needed?

Bjoern

asked 02 Jul '16, 14:44

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If you don't want to edit that page directly, but instead want feedback on a version of it, you can always create a copy in your user area on the wiki and ask for feedback on that.

(02 Jul '16, 14:55) SomeoneElse ♦
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Unfortunately, the Language Guide is somewhat dated and hasn't seen any substantial updates for a few Overpass versions now. For a full up-to-date coverage I highly recommend to consult the Overpass QL guide.

If you're unsure, check the Overpass QL page or use the discussion page. We'll keep an eye on your changes... :)

(02 Jul '16, 15:07) mmd

ok, thanks, I'll use the wiki pages, including talk pages. Thanks!

(02 Jul '16, 17:23) bjohas

I've done some work on http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Overpass_API/Language_Guide. However, there are some sections marked as 'stubs', where some input from others would be useful. These include how sets work. Also, is "out;" the same as "out body;" ?

(04 Jul '16, 18:31) bjohas
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Also, is "out;" the same as "out body;" ?

yes, that's right.

However, there are some sections marked as 'stubs', where some input from others would be useful.

I believe ome of those stubs have been introduced by a user, who is now blocked on the wiki. If they don't make sense to you, just remove them.

I've done some work on http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Overpass_API/Language_Guide.

OK, great, thanks! It will probably take some time to review all changes... :)

(05 Jul '16, 08:29) mmd

Thanks, and thanks for looking at it!

(08 Jul '16, 10:28) bjohas
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