libspatialite

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  "why_use_this": "Adds PostGIS-like spatial queries (point-in-polygon, distance calculations, geometry operations) to SQLite without a separate database server. Essential for geospatial applications, mapping tools, and GIS workflows that need lightweight embedded spatial SQL. Acts as a build/runtime dependency for geo-aware applications."
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