Re-interpreting Data - Turning Files into Audio, Images, and Music
Offered By: Ruby Central via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of data transformation in this 45-minute conference talk from RubyConf 2023. Discover how to convert various file types into unexpected formats, such as listening to a JPEG, visualizing an executable file, or transforming a ZIP file into an orchestral score. Learn about the process of manipulating WAV file headers to turn any data into audible sound, and delve into the intricacies of working with BMP and MIDI files. Gain valuable insights into using Ruby for raw byte and bit manipulation while experiencing unique interpretations of data, including hearing a README file, viewing an executable, and listening to the Ruby interpreter itself. This thought-provoking talk by Murray Steele challenges conventional perceptions of data representation and opens up new possibilities for creative data interpretation.
Syllabus
RubyConf 2023 - Re-interpreting Data by Murray Steele
Taught by
Ruby Central
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