The objective of this project is to explore the artistic aspects of two-dimensional mathematics. To put it simply, it is about visualizing a function in 2D, but with fancy colors and some extra options.
To run the project, navigate to the project's directory and install the python3 dependencies:
pip install -r requirements.txt
Then, to start the program, run:
python3 main.py
Each pixel on the picture corresponds to a unique (i,j) value. In particular, the point in the center is at (0,0). For example, the function 100*(i**2+j**2) takes the form of concentric circles.
aesthetic-functions provides 3 different color-representation models. Here is how the previous example looks using each color model:
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In order to add interactivity to your plot, you can add sliders. Just enter the slider's name and use slider.XXX in your formula.
The user definition entry can be used to define additional python code. Anything you define there can directly be used in the formula using the prefix user.XXX.
Mouse is fully integrated and can be used to move or zoom on the canvas.
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If the canvas doesn't update anymore, there's probably a problem with your inputs. Check the error labels on the interface to see where you made a mistake. If that's not enough, check the console for error messages. From there, you should be able to rectify your formula and definitions.
- Don't forget to add user. for the userdef entry and slider. for slider values
- Don't use the sliders in the user definition entry (pass them as parameters to your function instead)
- Check your function is written in valid Python and returns a value or an array with appropriate size
If that didn't help, please do not hesitate to contact us so that we can fix your problem and add it to the troubleshooting tips.