Support for Local Files in JupyterGIS Layers

[arjxn-py]

Currently, JupyterGIS does not support loading local files such as images, videos & shapefiles directly from a local file path. This limitation impacts the functionality and usability of the application when working with local data sources.

Observed Behavior:

• Images: Attempting to load a local image results in the following error:

InvalidStateError: The source image could not be decoded.

• Videos: While no error is thrown in the console when attempting to load a local video, the video does not appear to load as expected.

Proposed Solution:

• File Input in Create Layer Forms: Add a file input field to the "Create Layer" forms to allow users to easily select and load local files. This could include:
  • GeoJSON files
  • Image files (e.g. PNG, JPEG, GIF)
  • Video files (e.g. MP4, WEBP)
  • Shapefiles (e.g. SHP, ZIP)
• Local File Handling: Implement or extend existing functions to properly handle and load local file paths within the application.