Developments in the Web Audio API - View Source 2018

Explore the evolution and potential of audio in web browsers through this 31-minute conference talk by Ruth John at View Source 2018. Delve into the Web Audio API's development, from its rocky beginnings to its current state as a powerful tool for games, apps, and XR experiences. Learn about best practices, policy changes, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of audio on the web. Discover how to create immersive soundscapes, implement volume controls, and work with audio graphs. Gain insights into the autoplay policy, spatialisation techniques, and the integration of Web MIDI API. Through practical examples and demos, understand how to leverage audio capabilities in web development, transforming browsers from noisy environments into sophisticated platforms for sound design and interaction.

Intro
Barrier of Entry
Sound Tags
Future Library
Education
Digital Audio
Connecting Audio
Audio Graphs
Volume Control
Audio Graph
Autoplay Policy
Spatialisation
New Thing
Boombox
Harry Potter
WebGL Frame
Blockdust
Frequency
Buffers
White Noise
Timing
Workers
Step sequencer
Web MIDI API
MIDI Controllers
Buttons
Demo
Novation
Conclusion