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Using a Modern Web to Recreate 1980s Horribly Slow & Loud Loading Screens

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Explore the nostalgic world of 1980s computing in this JSConf talk. Dive into the era of slow, loud, and ugly home computers as you learn how to recreate their iconic loading screens using modern web technologies. Discover how to implement Web Audio, canvas API, cameras, audio jacks, binary, typed arrays, and blobs to simulate the screeching sounds and flickering visuals of vintage program loading processes. Gain insights into the history of computing while experimenting with JavaScript techniques to build intentionally slow and retro-inspired web applications. Be prepared for high-frequency visual flickering and noise as you journey through this unique blend of past and present technologies.

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Using a modern web to recreate 1980s horribly slow & loud loading screens - Remy Sharp


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