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Homework 1

a) create 5 "pixel" based images via code, preferably using 5 different languages or environments. For example, you could write php or javascript that rendered elements as pixels (as in the389.com). Keep it simple, and try to have fun.

1. PHP + Last.fm API

Writes my last.fm username with my top artists' album artwork as pixels. Click on the image to view it online.

pixelfm

Source

2. HTML + JavaScript

Uses browser input elements to create a mushroom from Super Mario. Click on the image to view.

mushroom

Source

3. Processing

Generates a field of pixels that change color and seem animated. Click on the image to view.

Pixel Field

Source

4. Flash

Generates abstract, icon-like pixel art.

Source

5. OpenFrameworks

Uses FFT to create random colored bouncing pixels.

Source

c) Find your top favorite 5 examples of "software that sees." Especially think about aesthetically interesting works. Provide an image and link for each.

1. Bodypaint

bodypaint

2. Scrapple

scrapple

3. Interactive Windows

window

4. Funky Forest

ff-boy-water

5. Pi @ Glastonbury

glastonbury