In further weeks we got introduced to open-source visual programming called Pure Data. It runs on anything from personal computers to embedded devices. It can make pretty much any sound and digital instrument and apart from that, it has functions (called objects, or externals) for generating 3D graphics and video, and can also control external hardware like stage lighting or robotics.

I have never considered myself a tech person but looking at the possibilities and accessibility of Pure Data and its accessibility I will try and find some time to explore this free and open source tool. After building some very simple oscillator it became clear that using PD can be rewarding and interesting but also arduous, especially when creating more complicated projects.

https://www.soundonsound.com/techniques/pure-data-introduction

https://archive.flossmanuals.net/pure-data/

https://www.youtube.com/@SoundSimulator

Pure Data patch can be loaded onto a standalone device like Raspberry Pi or Bela Board. Bela is an embedded computing platform that helps to create interactive project without additional software.

We can now load our patch onto a standalone device with no need for a computer – introducing the BELA platform  a maker platform for creating beautiful interaction. Create beautiful interaction with sensors and sound.