Deep Space - A Simulation Drama

Explore the fascinating world of complex systems emerging from simple rules in this captivating conference talk from JSConf.Asia 2014. Journey through the evolution of life, starting with bacteria and progressing up the food chain, while discovering how basic principles can generate intricate outcomes. Witness an attempt to conquer the universe through JavaScript simulations featuring spaceships, explosions, and mass extinction events. Gain insights from Simon Swain, an experienced web developer specializing in realtime cloud solutions for connected devices and creator of the Straw library. Delve into the intersection of biology, complexity theory, and programming in this engaging 33-minute presentation that showcases the power of JavaScript in modeling and simulating complex systems.