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Explore the fascinating intersection of coding and art in this 51-minute conference talk from Voxxed Days Singapore 2019. Dive into the world of generative art (GenArt) and algorithmic art with Purnima Kamath, an engineer and amateur generative artist. Discover how programmers collaborate with autonomous systems to create visually appealing works. Learn about the history of using code for artistic expression, dating back to the 1970s, and its modern applications in algorithm visualization and data representation. Gain insights into creating GenArt, visualizing mathematical concepts like PI and cellular automata, and extending these techniques to machine learning. Explore creative coding ideas for interaction design and understand how GenArt can be a gateway for newcomers to enter the programming field. Whether you're an experienced coder or a beginner, find inspiration to blend your programming skills with artistic expression and discover the joy of creative coding.