.. module:: geoserver.basemap
   :synopsis: Learn how to create a base map.

.. _geoserver.basemap:

Creating a Base Map
===================

Up to this point modules have focused on adding data and styling it. With a set of layers with appropriate styles in hand this module focuses on bringing layers together to form a base map.

.. note:: Before you start, ensure that the following modules have been completed:

    * :mod:`Postgis <geoserver.postgis>` or :mod:`Shapefile <geoserver.shapefile>` 
    * :mod:`Advanced SLD <geoserver.sld_advanced>`

What you will learn
-------------------

In this module you will:

.. toctree::
   :maxdepth: 1

   Create a Base Map by Defining a Layer Grouping <layergroup_create.rst>
   Preview the Base Map <basemap_preview.rst>
