Research on the Integration of Silverlight and WebGIS Based on REST

Network is an inevitable trend in the development of Geographic Information System (GIS). Silverlight, as a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in, can bring the next generation based. NET-media experiences and rich interactive applications for the network, and provides new method of performance for the new generation of WebGIS development. With the research of Silverlight and REST technology, this paper focus on the latest RIA implementation technology - the integration of Silverlight and WebGIS, constructs a WebGIS system structure based on Silverlight technology and REST, develops a Web browsing system of Shanghai electronic map ,then analyzes the technical feasibility and performance advantages of WebGIS development based on Silverlight technology.