Implement MCMapAnchor for positioning UIKit views relative to map coordinates #856
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This PR introduces a new "anchors" concept to the iOS MCMapView that enables positioning UIKit views relative to map coordinates using standard AutoLayout constraints. Views anchored to map coordinates automatically update their position when the map camera changes (pan, zoom, rotate).
Key Features
MCMapAnchor Class
MCCoordand update the coordinate at any timeNSLayoutAnchorproperties (centerXAnchor,centerYAnchor,leadingAnchor,trailingAnchor,topAnchor,bottomAnchor)MCMapCameraListenerInterfaceand updates screen positions automaticallyMCMapView Extensions
createAnchor(for coordinate: MCCoord)- Create new anchorsremoveAnchor(_:)andremoveAllAnchors()- Anchor lifecycle managementactiveAnchors- Access all current anchorsUsage Example
Implementation Details
camera.screenPosFromCoord()CameraListenerWrapperwith weak references to prevent retain cyclesThis enables native iOS AutoLayout workflows for map-based applications, making it easy to create overlays, annotations, and UI elements that stay positioned relative to geographic coordinates.
Fixes #855.
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