Knitting for Javascripters

Explore the fascinating intersection of knitting and JavaScript programming in this JSConf US 2015 talk by Mariko Kosaka. Discover how to generate bitmap art using JavaScript and transform it into knitted scarves. Learn about the similarities between knitting textiles and programming computers, deciphering knitting nomenclature into JavaScript code. Gain insights into programming knitting patterns and utilizing an electronic knitting machine from the 1980s to create beautiful knitted textiles. Delve into topics such as Jacquard knitting, bitmap image creation, grayscale techniques, noise matrices, pattern files, and bitwise operators. Unlock the potential of combining traditional crafts with modern programming techniques in this unique and creative presentation.