Sonic Pi

Explore the world of live coding music with Sonic Pi in this demo-heavy conference talk. Discover the history, evolution, and capabilities of this innovative environment designed for both educational and professional use. Delve into fascinating linguistic innovations essential for live performance with code, including rhythmic synchronization of multiple threads, lexical blocks for time encapsulation, precise sleep mechanisms without drift, and deterministic manipulation of global state concurrently. Experience the fusion of programming and music creation through hands-on demonstrations, from crafting melodies and utilizing samples to reverse engineering and live looping. Gain insights into keyboard controls, real-time audio manipulation, and the broader implications of programming in music composition. Prepare for an engaging and noisy exploration of Sonic Pi's potential to revolutionize the intersection of coding and musical expression.

Introduction
Getting started
Making a melody
Controls
Sample
Reverse engineer
Single Alive Loop
Live Coding
Keyboard
Synchronization
Realtime
Live Audio
Samples
Conclusion
Programming can make music
What could you write
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